Communications Assistant

About Wetlands International European Association

Established in September 2013, Wetlands International – European Association (Wetlands International Europe) is the single network organisation in Europe bringing together NGOs whose shared mission is to inspire and mobilise society to safeguard and restore wetlands for people and nature. Wetlands International Europe has 11 members from across Europe. Our ambition for the period 2020-2030 is to upscale action to safeguard and restore wetlands, collaborating with multiple partners and mobilising a wide range of actors to transform whole landscapes and sectors. Our access to cutting-edge science, combined with our understanding of EU policies, the on-ground experience from our members, partners and their networks, in addition to our own global network, makes us a credible and effective advocate for improving European policies and practices.

We operate a growing Secretariat, with our key priority to raise the voice of our members in Europe, share knowledge, improve policies and build capacity among stakeholders. For more information, please consult https://europe.wetlands.org/

Overall purpose of the job

The ideal candidate will be adept at packaging the best soundbites, stats and visuals for a range of purposes on social media channels that give us the greatest visibility and share of voice on European significant issues. The postholder will support the Communications Officer in writing and editing for our website, media monitoring and in engaging of Wetlands International Europe’s audiences though our different digital channels (social media, website, and campaigns). The postholder will also support engagement with our member organisations, in particular via our members’ newsletter.

Roles and responsibilities

The Communications Officer intern will support Wetlands International Europe’s team in delivering our European Programme as well as helping to manage communications for a number of specified projects.

Supporting roles and responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with the management and running of corporate Twitter;

• Coordinating and scheduling content in line with projects, programmes;
• Developing the social media content and advertising for our European campaigns, events and activities.

• Website management activities;
• Assisting with website updates and refreshes;
• Some data and analytics gathering.

3. Project communications

• Assisting with the organisation of events;
• Developing communications plans with the project team;
• Developing informational and promotional written, visual and digital communications materials;

• Participating in coordinating and overseeing our annual General Members Meeting.

Working relations

INSIDE Wetlands International:

Wetlands International Communications Team and Wetlands International Europe’s team. The postholder will report to the Communications officer.

OUTSIDE Wetlands International:

Partners, donors, members and other key stakeholders.

Profile

• Understanding of nature conservation issues
• A social media whizz
• Creative and visual
• Communicative and open-minded
• International in outlook and proactive
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) with fluency in English.
• Knowledge of relevant IT systems

Internship Offer

• Part time of Full-time job (36 hours per week).
• 424 euros per month if full-time.
• Contract duration: minimum of 6 months.
• Location: Brussels, Belgium.
• Start date: a.s.a.p.

Applications should include a covering letter summarizing the applicant’s suitability for the position and a detailed CV. Applications should be sent by email to yurena.lorenzo@wetlands.org and marc.hall@wetlands.org marking your application with “Communications Assistant” in the subject line.

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