Deadline: 4 April 2012
Open to: Holders of a university degree and some years (1-3) of relevant experience or individuals with secondary education and extensive experience
Remuneration: Not specified
Description
With a network of national coordinators connected to over 1.800 local information providers and partners in 33 European countries, Eurodesk is the main source of information on European policies and opportunities for young people.
Eurodesk is seeking a creative and dynamic communicator with the initiative and drive to bring its information dissemination platforms into line with the latest information and communication technologies. At the same time, the successful candidate will need to bring in strong project management skills to support the coordination of Eurodesk’s contribution to a new ‘European Youth Portal’ that is currently in development.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting the overall coordination of the revamp of the European Youth Portal and Eurodesk’s tasks in the process in close cooperation with the European Commission
- Providing assistance, training and guidance to Eurodesk partners regarding the network’s task towards the European Youth Portal
- Researching and updating information and coordinating regular content provision to the European Youth Portal
- Supporting the development of online communities of active users
- Contributing to further developing an integrated communication strategy for Eurodesk
- Planning and implementing dedicated communication activities with a strong focus on enhancing Eurodesk’s online communication
- Participating in network activities and stakeholder meetings (with occasional travel)
- Supporting other aspects of Eurodesk Brussels Link’s daily work as required
Eligibility
The position is open to individuals with:
- University degree and some years of relevant experience (1-3yrs), or secondary education with extensive experience
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, project management skills
- High level of creativity and the strategic ability to devise and implement innovative communication tools that actively engage users
- Thorough understanding of technical aspects of web and digital communications functionality, and proficiency in content management systems, e.g. Drupal
- Experience of working in information management field is an asset
- Knowledge of the European Policy area, European Youth policy and European programmes for young people
- Some experience with photo/graphic design software
- Very good command of English and working knowledge of at least one other official EU language
Remuneration
This is a full-time position based in Brussels. The successful candidate will be offered a 6-month contract (maternity leave cover) with the option of prolongation subject to further funding from the European Commission.
Application
Please send your CV, together with a concise motivational letter of no more than half a page explaining why you are the right candidate for the position, to vacancy@eurodesk.eu. Deadline: 4 April 2012.
Interviews will take place in April 2012 in Brussels (in the first round, also phone interviews possible). The successful candidate should be available to commence work in May 2012.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
