Senior Communication Officer - European University Association

The European University Association (EUA) represents around 850 universities and higher education associations in 47 countries. Located in Brussels, the EUA secretariat is comprised of around 35 staff members.
EUA's mission is to promote the development of a coherent system of education and research at the European level through studies, projects and services to members.

EUA is looking for a
Senior Communication Officer (Full-time)

The Communication, Marketing and Events unit is currently seeking a highly motivated communication professional to join the team:

Senior Communication Officer – Press Officer/Newsletter editor-in-chief

Responsibilities

Media relations
• Press relations at European level (drafting press releases and editorials, dealing with journalists and acting as a spokesperson for EUA as necessary)
• Media/News monitoring (including all relevant EU issues)

General communications

• EUA Newsletter editor-in-chief (for all internal and external newsletters)
• Issues related to the content and structure of the website
• Drafting and coordinating content for the annual report
• Quality control and planning of e-mailings, letters, brochures, leaflets
• Assisting director with the strategic planning and organisation of EUA communication and marketing activities
• Back-up to the webmaster

Background and qualifications

• At least five years' experience in communications, media relations or editing, preferably in higher education or research
• Native English speaker, good knowledge of French, any other European language an asset
• Good knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and CMS systems Excellent planning, strong organisational skills and ability to work efficiently to deadlines
• Excellent social and communication skills
• A dynamic and conscientious team-player able to work autonomously on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• An interest in European higher education and research

EUA is looking to make this appointment as soon as possible.

The Association offers a permanent position under Belgian law, and an attractive package of benefits including lunch vouchers and a pension scheme.

If you are interested in the position, please submit your CV and cover letter to Ulrike Reimann at the following email address: info@eua.be by 30 October 2014.

EUA regrets that we are not able to acknowledge all applications received. Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview.