Department: Corporate Communication and Events department
European Schoolnet is searching for a versatile and creative Communications Officer interested to join our dynamic Communications & Events Team. The position will involve supporting and promoting the organisation in the communication of corporate initiatives and outputs in the field of innovation in education. This position offers a great opportunity to work in an international environment liaising with colleagues and partners from all over Europe.
Main tasks
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Writing, editing, and customising high quality content to different audiences, using different channels (e.g.: website, newsletters, social media, publications, press releases, and other marketing material that communicates the organisation’s activities, projects and services).
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Dissemination of European Schoolnet’s publications, projects, initiatives and events.
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Updating and maintaining European Schoolnet’s social media profiles, corporate website and policy newsletter.
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Updating and maintaining European Schoolnet’s Future Classroom Lab communications channels, including its website, social media profiles newsletter and digest.
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Maintaining European Schoolnet’s databases (spokespeople and media contact database & digital platforms database).
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Media monitoring, to report back in the progress of communications.
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Assisting the Head of communication on the implementation of the internal communication strategy, in collaboration with other colleagues.
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Proofreading and quality check: to ensure all external communications outputs are in line with the narrative and visual identity of the organisation.
Profile and skills
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Preferably a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject (like communication studies, media and journalism, etc.).
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An excellent command of English, both spoken and written. Additional languages are an asset.
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Proven experience working previously on social media communication SEO.
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Experience engaging communities through organic social media and paid advertising knowledge.
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A proactive team player with the ability to work independently under pressure and tiny deadlines.
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Excellent writing and editing skills, with strong attention to detail.
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Creative, with initiative and ability to identify ways to improve communication efforts, using compelling storytelling and online marketing skills.
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Familiarity with multi-channel communication (web, blogs, newsletters, social media, publications) and digital tools.
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Experience in video editing is an asset.
Useful information
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Deadline for applications: until the position is filled.
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Duration of contract: 12-month CDD (Contract Duration Déterminée – a fixed-term contract) according to Belgian standard conditions (renewable or leading to a CDI if mutually agreed). Full time from Monday to Friday (possibility to choose between 38 or 40 hours / week).
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Benefits: teleworking allowance and IT equipment, partial reimbursement of commuting costs, salary in line with experience and qualifications, meal vouchers, corporate DKV hospitalisation insurance.
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Location: European Schoolnet, Rue de Treves, 61, Brussels, Belgium. The position requires living in Belgium.
How to apply
Please send your CV and motivation letter in English, as one single file to [email protected] and [email protected]. The motivation letter should show how your background and interests fit the tasks planned for this position.
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Make sure to include the Vacancy Reference in the subject of the email
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The file should be named: LASTNAME FirstName – Ref: CommsOfficer-2025.
PLEASE NOTE:
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Interviews will take place as soon as possible in presence or at distance.
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Due to the volume of applications, only pre-selected candidates will be notified.
About European Schoolnet
European Schoolnet is the network of 34 European Ministries of Education, based in Brussels. As a non-profit organisation, we aim to bring innovation in teaching and learning to our key stakeholders: Ministries of Education, schools, teachers, researchers, and industry partners. Since its founding in 1997, European Schoolnet has used its links with education ministries to help schools make effective use of educational technologies, equipping both teachers and pupils with the skills to achieve in the knowledge society. We pledge to support schools in achieving effective use of ICT in teaching and learning; improve and raise the quality of education in Europe; promote the European dimension in education.
