Communications Assistant

Erasmus Student Network

Length of contract
1 year

Start date
1st September 2025

About the Organisation

Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is the biggest international student network in Europe, with over 500 local organizations (“Sections”) active in Higher Education Institutions in 46 countries. ESN has been supporting student mobility since 1989 and has its international headquarters in Brussels.

ESN is currently involved in several international projects, many of which involve extensive communication, research, policy/advocacy, and community engagement. ESN also organizes many campaigns throughout the year and events that require coverage on social media and media attention through press releases.

About the role

International headquarters in Brussels is looking for a Communications Assistant. Communications Assistant supports the communications team in delivering internal and external messaging. This role is ideal for someone with strong writing, organizational, and digital media skills who is eager to contribute to campaigns, content creation, and public engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing communication tasks within international EU-funded projects.
• Assist in the planning and execution of communication campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Create and curate engaging content (written, visual, audio-visual) for social media, newsletters, and ESN’s website;
• Support the preparation of press releases, articles, and updates for both internal and external audiences;
• Help monitor ESN’s presence in the media and assist with reporting and evaluation of communication activities;
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure coherent and effective branding and messaging.
• Contribute to event communications (live coverage, interviews, photo/video documentation);
• Take part in regular team activities and contribute to office-wide responsibilities.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

Requirements:

• Some experience in communications, social media management, or content creation (internships and volunteering experience count);
• Familiarity with platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, and LinkedIn;
• Strong writing and editing skills in English;
• Basic knowledge of design or video tools (Canva, Adobe, CapCut) is a plus.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a multicultural team.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple tasks;
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work flexible hours (including weekends during major events).

Highly valued:

• Knowledge of the European-level education policy (in particular, the Erasmus+ program);
• Knowledge of ESN;
• Experience with writing grant applications and reports.
• Familiar with graphic design and video creation;
• Experience in working with volunteers.

Required Qualifications

• A recent graduate or early-career professional (Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communication, Journalism, European Studies, or related field)

Compensation & Benefits

• Meal vouchers of 8 EUR per day;
• Public transportation in Brussels is partially covered.
• Beneficial health insurance covering Hospitalisation and Dental;
• Casual, friendly work environment;
• Access to further training (congé éducation) during working hours.

Conditions of employment

• You must have the right to work in Belgium

Working locations

• Remotely working in Brussels, Belgium

How to apply

• To apply, please complete the application form and upload your CV and portfolio there. Only complete applications will be considered. The application deadline is 20th July 2025, at 23:59 CEST
• Note: No motivation letter or reference letters are required. References may be requested at a later stage of selection.

Interviews

• Interviews take place on a rolling basis between the 22nd and 25th of July 2025

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