{"id":23958,"date":"2021-08-11T12:19:54","date_gmt":"2021-08-11T12:19:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plopandrei.com\/?p=23958"},"modified":"2021-08-11T12:19:54","modified_gmt":"2021-08-11T12:19:54","slug":"job-vacancy-media-officer-at-caritas-europa-brussels-belgium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cvnextjob.com\/index.php\/2021\/08\/11\/job-vacancy-media-officer-at-caritas-europa-brussels-belgium\/","title":{"rendered":"Job vacancy\/ Media Officer at Caritas Europa ( #Brussels, #Belgium)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Deadline for applications: 5 September 2021<\/strong>.
\nCaritas Europa (CE) is the network of 49 organisations from 46 European countries. It is one of the seven regions of Caritas Internationalis, a confederation of 165 Catholic relief, development and social service organisations. Our vision is of a civilisation of love and justice where every human person can flourish and live in peace and dignity as part of one human family. Caritas Europa has a heartfelt commitment to analyse and fight poverty and social exclusion and to promote true integral human development, social justice, and sustainable social systems in Europe and throughout the world. Caritas Europa advocates for, and with, people in need to transform society into a more just and inclusive civilisation. Caritas Europa recognises the need for mutual learning and innovation in all we do.
\nWith a view to further develop its work on communication, Caritas Europa is seeking to recruit a
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\nMedia Officer
\n(full-time, permanent contract)
\nStart asap
\nWe are looking for a pro-active communicator who:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Reinforces the Caritas Europa image and messages towards the European Institutions and European media, supporting the implementation of the Caritas Europa Strategic Framework 2021-2028;
\n\u2022 Reinforces the knowledge and understanding of the European dimension in the Caritas work among its member organisations;
\n\u2022 Based on previous experience and knowledge, improves the visibility of Caritas Europa and reinforces its communications and messaging.
\nTasks:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Implement the communications-related components of the Caritas Europa Annual Work Plan.
\n\u2022 Support the development and implementation of Caritas Europa\u2019s communication strategy and the communications-related components of the fundraising strategy.
\n\u2022 Perform press\/media communications by:
\n\u2022 Creating narratives, news stories and articles that contribute to enhancing Caritas Europa\u2019s vision.
\n\u2022 Writing\/editing press releases, press briefings and opinion pieces to pitch and get published by media.
\n\u2022 Organising press conferences and interviews, and handling media enquiries.
\n\u2022 Establishing and maintaining fruitful relationships with the media.
\n\u2022 Curating Caritas Europa\u2019s social media channels.
\n\u2022 Contributing to the development and maintenance of the Caritas Europa website and microsites, particularly the \u2018News\u2019 section.
\n\u2022 Monitoring and assessing Caritas Europa\u2019s media coverage.
\n\u2022 Develop targeted communication actions that boost the impact of Caritas Europa\u2019s advocacy and policy activities vis-\u00e0-vis primarily the European Institutions.
\n\u2022 Promote and cover Caritas Europa\u2019s politically relevant public events via various communication channels.
\n\u2022 Ensure effective and timely internal communication to the Caritas Europa network. caritas europa is the network of Caritas organisations on the European continent \u2013 http:\/\/www.caritas.eu
\n\u2022 Under the guidance of the Senior Communication Officer, advise the Caritas Europa secretariat in terms of external communication, assessing and ensuring the quality of the external presence and visibility of Caritas Europa.
\n\u2022 Liaise with relevant faith-based organisations and civil society partners towards achieving joint communication objectives.
\n\u2022 Participate in unit and team meetings and inform the units and team on progress in fields of work, coordinating inputs where appropriate.
\n\u2022 Provide support and help in communication-related activities of the CE-Secretariat.
\n\u2022 Support and participate in relevant Caritas Europa events.
\n\u2022 Assume any other responsibility or task that might be necessary to the achievement of the strategic outcomes or specific tasks related to the adequate functioning of the organisation.
\nThe main place of work is Brussels. Regular teleworking is possible. The work also entails travel to other countries. The Media Officer, as part of the Communication Unit, reports directly to the Secretary General of Caritas Europa.
\nProfile:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 University education and\/or equivalent relevant experience, preferably in a field relevant to the function, such as journalism, communication sciences or similar.
\n\u2022 Relevant press\/media experience within an NGO, agency, EU Institution or national ministry.
\n\u2022 Knowledge of political communication and European affairs, and how communication can be used for impact.
\n\u2022 Excellent English language skills: proficient writer with a keen eye for grammar, style and tone. Good command of French and\/or German as well as other European languages would be an asset.
\n\u2022 Experience in media processes and an existing network of media contacts.
\n\u2022 Experience in community management and use of social media.
\n\u2022 Good knowledge of Microsoft Office package and CMS, especially WordPress. Knowledge of Adobe package an advantage.
\n\u2022 Understanding of and commitment to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, in which Caritas\u2019 work is firmly rooted.
\n\u2022 Understanding of an \u2018accompanying attitude\u2019 towards member organisations.
\n\u2022 Experience in Caritas or other Church organisations would be an asset.
\n\u2022 Presentation, facilitation and networking skills.
\n\u2022 Organisational, communication, interpersonal, linguistic and diplomatic skills.
\n\u2022 Innovative thinker with creative ideas to streamline Caritas Europa\u2019s media outputs.
\n\u2022 Possesses flexibility and shows initiative.
\nCaritas Europa is committed to diversity, equal opportunities and non-discrimination.
\nStarting date: Asap
\nOur offer:<\/strong>
\nWe offer a challenging experience in Brussels with the possibility to make a difference for people experiencing poverty or marginalisation, or who are in situations of vulnerability, and to\u00a0 contribute to the development of the European Caritas network, working in an international team.
\nWe offer a full-time permanent contract in line with our salary scheme and with extra-legal benefits (hospitalisation and pension insurance, lunch vouchers, contribution to public transport).
\nApplication:<\/strong>
\nPlease submit a motivation letter (max one page), CV and an unedited example of written work (max one page) by 5 September 2021, 23:59 Brussels time to secretary-general@caritas.eu and sdevoght@caritas.eu, mentioning in the subject \u2018CV Media Officer\u2019. Links to portfolios and published work are also appreciated, but not obligatory.
\nWe thank all candidates in advance who show their interest in this offer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The first round of interviews will be held third week of September. The second round of interviews will be carried out shortly after. Prospective candidates may also be asked to carry out a written assignment in English as part of the selection procedure.
\nCaritas Europa is committed to safeguarding people from exploitation and abuse in its work and has specific policies on this commitment which outline the expected behavior and the responsibility of all staff. We follow safe recruitment practices according to our safeguarding policies.
\nAny candidate offered a job within Caritas Europa will be expected to sign the Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with its provisions.<\/p>\n

Caritas Europa
\n<\/strong>Tel: +32 (0)2 280 02 80
\ninfo@caritas.eu<\/a><\/p>\n

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