Are you interested in being part of a dynamic and supportive team that welcomes new ideas and own initiatives? You are a good communicator and would like to work on policies and initiatives related to inclusive entrepreneurship, sustainable and diverse business, and migrant and refugee integration?
We are looking for a Communication and Project Assistant to join our small NGO team in the heart of Brussels from September 2023. For more details and information on how to apply, please see below.
THE ROLE
You will be in charge of maintaining UNITEE’s website, social media channels and newsletter, will work with us on the management and communication of ongoing projects and will support us with the establishment of future projects and collaborations. You will also help strengthen our outreach and advocacy by organising small-scale events and will assist the management team with tasks related to outreach, networking and fundraising.
Communications and social media (50%)
- Developing and updating content for our various communication channels and formats, including websites, newsletters and social media pages (Facebook; Twitter; LinkedIn);
- Conducting interviews with key stakeholders and drafting short articles about relevant policy updates for UNITEE’s online magazine and website;
- Helping to monitor news and policy developments for the areas of business and entrepreneurship, the green and digital transition, social innovation, and the integration and inclusion of migrants and refugees;
- Keeping track of communications statistics;
Project assistance (30%)
- Supporting our ongoing projects by assisting with project meetings and events, and the development of communication material;
- Monitoring project funding opportunities and supporting the development of new project ideas and applications to open funding calls;
Other (20%)
- Organising small-scale events (e.g. online or in-person roundtables or workshops)
- Undertaking occasional research on a given topic e.g. for new policy papers, project applications, or advocacy plans;
PROFILE
- Ability to work in Belgium;
- Graduated with a degree in political sciences, European studies, international affairs, economics, journalism, communication, event management, marketing or a similar field;
- Interest in European Affairs and in particular business, sustainability and inclusion;
- A previous work experience or internship, for instance in the field of journalism, social media marketing or project assistance;
Skills
- Able to develop and articulate own ideas and to work both independently and in a team;
- Ready to take the lead on a task and try out new approaches;
- Capable of navigating stressful situations, asking for help and managing your own time, work and deadlines;
- Excellent proficiency in English and clear writing and proofreading techniques (additional languages such as French are an asset but not a requirement)
- ICT skills: Microsoft Office programmes; WordPress, Elementor or other website tools; Social media platforms, scheduling and visual editing tools (e.g. Canva or Adobe);
OUR OFFER
- 1-year contract starting from 4 September 2023, with the possibility to extend to a full-time (38h per week), open-ended Belgian employment contract;
- A competitive salary package in line with the level of experience and responsibilities (€2.100 gross) along with transport compensation, meal vouchers, and 13th month salary
Start date: 4 September 2023
Deadline for applications: Monday 5 June 2023, 18:00 CEST
To apply, please send your CV and a short motivation letter to info@unitee.eu with the subject line “APPLICATION: Communication and project assistant”
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Salary: €2,100.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food allowance
- Travel reimbursement
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- 13th month salary
Ability to commute/relocate:
- 1050 Brussel: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- projects, communication or marketing: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 05/06/2023
Expected Start Date: 04/09/2023
