Communications and Campaigns Officer
Federation of Young European Greens
Hours
Full-time 35 hours per week
Start date
October/November
Salary
€2450 per month
About the Organisation
FYEG is an international NGO registered and operating under Belgian law. We are a dynamic youth organization that unites Green youth movements, young Green activists, and Green political organizations from all over Europe. We organize youth projects, summer camps, international training, conferences, campaigns, and direct actions. We serve as a youth lobbying organization and a platform for exchanging ideas and knowledge among young Green activists.
About the role
The Communications and Campaigns Officer plans and implements FYEG's external communications and digital campaigns, coordinating with the Executive Committee and office responsibilities in developing communication and campaign strategies. coordinating with stakeholders, from other members of the European Green Family to other youth NGOs, like-minded civil society organizations, etc. producing graphic and media content. Leading the execution of communications, and executing digital campaigns in collaboration with the Community Officer. Evaluating data collected on communications and campaigns. Supporting the maintenance of the IT tools and internal channels of communication of the organization.
The role requires strong organizational, creative, and independent working skills under pressure, with opportunities to collaborate with green activists and movements. The Communications Officer reports to the Secretary-General and Executive Committee. With this job, you will have the opportunity to work at the heart of the Green family in Brussels and be involved in politics at the European level. You will also have the opportunity to travel Europe and work with activists from across the continent.
Responsibilities
- Oversee FYEG’s internal and external communications.
- Plan and execute digital campaigns on a diverse range of issues.
- Create social media content for multiple platforms.
- Manage and develop FYEG’s visual identity and communication tools; including following up on and identifying trends.
- Manage FYEG’s online presence (websites, social media, emailing).
- Create and edit graphic, video, and audio content.
- Design work for both digital and physical media.
- Analyse data from websites, social media, and mailing lists.
- Coordinate campaigns and volunteers.
- Produce and distribute press releases.
- Monitor European political developments.
- Event photography.
- Provide support for FYEG events and ad-hoc tasks.
- Networking with partners, including Greens/EFA in the European Parliament, the European Green Party, and our member organizations.
Skills, Competencies & Experience
Skills and Expertise:
- Experience in social media management
- Multimedia production skills (graphics, video, photo, and audio)
- Campaigning experience (election, digital, or other)
- High proficiency in the English language (C2 or native) and strong writing and editing skills
- Good understanding of European politics
- Experience in Green politics, movements, or activism
- Good understanding of Green values such as ecology, feminism, anti-racism, and social justice, and how to communicate around these values
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent people skills and the ability to work in multi-cultural teams and environments
- Good teamwork and personal communication skills
- Good computer skills and digital literacy
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Flexibility to travel and occasionally work during evenings or weekends
Additional Assets:
- Digital Campaigning;
- Knowledge of other European languages;
- Action Network or other digital campaigning platforms and CRM;
- Involvement in a local or international Green organization;
- Experience of working in the non-governmental sector;
- Networking skills;
- Participation in FYEG events and bodies;
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate Degree
Compensation & Benefits
- 20 days paid legal holidays per year
- Additional holidays between December 25th and 31st
- €8 Meal Vouchers Every day and Averaging €128 per month.
- Coverage of Daily Transport
- Telework Allowance of €125 per month
Conditions of employment
- You need to have the right to work in Belgium
Working locations
- Hybrid model, working in the Brussels office and remotely.
How to apply
- Send an email to [email protected] with a CV single PDF, Maximum of 3 pages, and a cover letter by Sunday 6th October 2024 at 11:59 PM.
Interviews
- The selected candidate will be notified for an interview. The interview will be held online in Brussels on the 14th or 18th of October 2024.
Policies
- FYEG strives to promote gender balance, diversity, and inclusion within its structures. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect and promoting active political participation of persons with disabilities and disadvantaged groups. All applicants are encouraged to submit their application and to self-identify if they wish to, on either their cover letter or CV. In case of equal appreciation of competence and suitability for the position, applicants from disadvantaged groups will be given preference. In any case, responses will remain confidential within the human resource responsible.