Project Communications Officer

European Federation of Journalists

Length of contract
6 month

Start date
1 August 2026

About the Organisation

European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) is the largest organization of journalists in Europe, representing over 296,000 journalists in 74 unions and associations across 44 countries. It was founded in 1994 to defend social and professional rights, promote freedom of expression, and foster quality journalism. The EFJ works with organizations like the European Union and Council of Europe to promote decent work and media pluralism.

About the role

European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) is looking for a Project Communications Officer to join a diverse team of eight staff based in Brussels. The Project Communications Officer will work on a diverse range of issues related to journalism, media freedom, and the trade union movement.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for implementing communications of EU-funded projects and related activities under the supervision of the project managers, including:
  • The Voices Journalism Festival(ongoing). Responsibilities will include leading regular communications meetings with the Consortium, promoting the Festival’s fourth edition (Greece, November 2026), and doing on-site social media communications and follow-up.
  • Stand Up for Journalism(starting October 2026). Responsibilities will include writing articles/press releases, creating visual/campaign materials, and promoting specific activities (from October 2026).
  • IMPACT- Independent Media Promoting Accountability, Community, and Trust in European Democracy (ongoing). Responsibilities will include writing articles/press releases/newsletters/advocacy papers to promote EU journalists’ values and fundamental rights, promote EFJ members’ national projects, communications, and outreach impact report.
  • And any other ad hoc project-related communications.

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Proven and significant professional experience of at least two years in project communications
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Knowledge of EU projects and requirements
• Good understanding of the journalism sector and media freedom issues in Europe
• Experience in managing a website (WordPress) and social media
• High command of English, native level (any other language is an asset)

Desirable:

• Experience in communications for a high-profile event, such as a festival
• Awareness of the importance of safeguarding journalists’ working conditions
• Strong team spirit
• Proactivity, autonomy, creativity, hands-on

Compensation & Benefits

• Additional benefits: lunch vouchers, remote work allowance, Computer and Internet Allowances, mobile phone subscription, and public transport.

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the Brussels office and remotely

How to apply

• Please send your CV and a one-page motivation letter as well as reference contacts, if any, to [email protected]

Interviews

• Applications will be evaluated on an ongoing basis, and interviews may be held beforehand. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The application process will include at least two interviews.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted – thank you for your understanding.

Policies

EFJ is an equal opportunity employer. To comply with GDPR and data protection laws, EFJ does not retain candidate applications.

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