The European Free Alliance (EFA) works to make the idea of a “Europe of the Peoples” a political and cultural reality at the European and international level.

It is an umbrella organisation of 41 civic nationalist, regionalist, and autonomist parties throughout the European Union (EU), representing stateless nations, emerging new States, regions and traditional minorities in Europe. It focuses its activity on the promotion of the right of self-determination of peoples, human, civil and political rights, democracy, internal enlargement, multi-level governance, devolution of powers, cultural and linguistic diversity, as well as on civic nationalism, regionalism, autonomy and independence. The right to self-determination is a cornerstone of the EFA’s program and ideology.

EFA is a European Political Party recognized by the European Parliament since 2004. It is duly registered as non-governmental organisation (asbl/vzw) under Belgian law and as EUPP under the European Parliament.

About the job offer

Position: Digital Content creator

Contract: Full-time contract (38h/week). A 6-month initial contract is offered, renewable upon positive evaluation before the end of the period.

Starting date: To be agreed, mid-September 2023.

Place of work: EFA headquarters (Brussels capital region). Availability for occasional travelling within Europe might be required. The teleworking policy governing the Secretariat applies to this position.

Conditions: A competitive salary in the sector is offered according to the candidate’s experience and skills. Fringe benefits are also offered (meal vouchers, complementary insurance, a.o.).

Job description:

EFA is looking to recruit one Community manager (F/M/X) to join the Communications Unit of the EFA Secretariat team in Brussels.

As Digital Content creator, you will be responsible for:

The creation of EFA social media content following the guidelines set by the head of Communications Unit and in cooperation with the Political Unit.
Managing the on-line visibility of the organisation by developing a social media strategy and creating attractive messages addressed to the right target for each media or platform.
The management of social media channels and other forms of electronic communications of EFA
Creating digital marketing and brand awareness campaigns including banners, text ads, pop-ups, and other forms of interactive and visual content.
Producing videos, podcasts, infographics, slideshows or other digital media formats to engage new audiences in an innovative and creative way.

Required skills:

Native or near-native level of English.
Proven skills and experience in managing social media channels.
Excellent knowledge of social media channels and the right language to use them to reach different targets and audiences.
Ability to translate political messages into catchy, potentially viral social media contents.
Proven knowledge of the use of professional video-editing and graphic design tools
Excellent communication skills

Desirable -but not essential- skills and assets:

Previous work experience within a political organisation, an international institution, an NGO or a campaign organisation focused on EU politics.
Marketing and data analysis
Degree in a relevant field for the job.
In addition to proficiency in English, fluency in other European languages will be considered an asset.
Interest in Political communication.

Mission, vision and values

EFA is looking for a high performing professional able to deploy quality, efficient and effective work, together with an innovative approach.

The following drivers are an asset for EFA:

Proactivity and responsiveness.
Adopt an innovation mindset and the ability to anticipate trends.
Offer a catalogue of services reflecting the needs of all EFA’s stakeholders.
Ensure that procedures are clear, transparent and accessible to all.

EFA Staff is meant to work in commitment with the following values:

Integrity and professionalism – EFA staff members trust each other, act with honesty and goodwill, keeping the interest of the service and of member parties clear in their minds.
Quality service - EFA consistently strives for providing its members with excellent standards of service in a timely manner. It achieves this by carefully listening to its stakeholders and by continuously improving based on their feedback.
Diversity & Respect – EFA mirrors diversity in its own team and supports all staff members to put their best efforts into the pursuit of the common goal. Respectful professional behaviour is the guiding principle in all working relations at EFA.
Collaboration - EFA encourages collaboration internally and with all its stakeholders. It builds quality partnerships to improve overall performance. Shared working platforms are actively used and encouraged. Deeper synergies throughout organisation supports proactivity, responsiveness, and the development of a culture of excellence.

Application Instructions

Interested professionals can apply by sending the following information to the Secretariat of EFA:

A motivation letter in ENGLISH

CV in ENGLISH

At least TWO of the following options should be added to the candidate’s application:

A portfolio of video contents produced by the candidate (to be attached to the application e-mail via WeTransfer); AND/OR

1 or 2 examples of social media recently managed by the candidate (TikTok, Instagram, etc.); AND/OR

An example of a short piece that you would like to produce for EFA. The topic is to be freely picked by the candidate from EFA’s social media or website news as an example.

Applications should be sent to the following email address: info@e-f-a.org and using the subject line “Digital Content Creator EFA 2023”.

Selection Procedure

The procedure for the selection of the candidate is planned to be as follows:

Deadline of Application Submission 26 July 2023

First Round of Interviews 28 August – 1 September 2023

Shortlisted candidates shall be informed and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates shall not be notified.

Decision. 10 September 2023

Unsuccessful candidates shall also be informed.

Start Date (can be arranged) Mid-September 2023

The interviews will take place in the headquarters of the European Free Alliance in Brussels. EFA will shoulder the travel expenses of shortlisted candidates upon request.

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