Vacancy for a Communications and Fundraising Assistant (Internship)

Missing Children Europe is looking to recruit a full-time Communications Assistant for a 6-month internship (“convention d’immersion professionnelle” training contract). We are seeking an outgoing and creative assistant with an interest in social media, eager to gain experience in communications activities within a European NGO.

About us: Missing Children Europe represents 33 NGOs in 27 European countries active in combatting the disappearance and sexual exploitation of children. We provide the link between research, policies, and organisations on the ground, to protect children from any kind of violence, abuse or neglect that is caused by, or results from them going missing.

Tasks:

Coordinating External Organisational Communication:

• Ensure all external communications align with the organisation’s strategy and objectives.
• Coordinate content production for the annual Figure & Trends report and Annual Impact report.
• Create and disseminate social media content.
• Keep the website (missingchildreneurope.eu) current.
• Write press releases, newsletters, success stories, etc.
• Monitor media and report on communication campaigns, social media reach, Google Analytics, Bitly, social media analytics etc.
• Support projects, campaigns, and events with marketing and communication efforts (e.g. International Missing Children’s Day).
• Organise and implement EU communication campaigns in coordination with our members.
• Facilitate communication with members through newsletters, campaigns, webinars, and the internal member portal.

Collaborating with Fundraising Officer:

• Coordinate social media campaigns for fundraising purposes.
• Support fundraising events with marketing and communication efforts.
• Update donors, sponsors, and partners list on CRM database
• Draft thank you letters to donors, sponsors, and partners

Required Profile, Skills, and Background:

Essential:

• Recent graduate with a degree in communication, journalism, marketing, press relations, or a relevant field.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English (preferably as a first language).
• Interest in human/children’s rights and child protection issues.
• Experience in managing social media profiles and content (desirable).
• Good knowledge of design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
• Knowledge of website management and content management (WordPress) (desirable).
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently, and handle stress.
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and improve.
• Applicant must possess EU work permit

Our Offer:

• A 6-month “convention d’immersion professionnelle” training contract in a dynamic organisation addressing child disappearance and sexual exploitation at a European level.
• Remuneration in line with Brussels Capital Region internship laws.
• Monthly reimbursement of public transport costs and internet allowance, and meal vouchers.
• 5 days of paid holidays.
• Hands-on experience in communications for a European organisation.

Application Instructions:

If you believe you qualify for this position please send your CV and a letter outlining your motivation (1 page max.) to applications@missingchildreneurope.eu with “Communications Assistant” as the subject title. Please name your files as follows: LastName, FirstName_CV (e.g. Smith, John_CV) and LastName, FirstName_CL (Smith, John_CL). Application deadline: 23 August at 12:00 CEST. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Staff recruited by Missing Children Europe will be asked to comply with our child protection policy, including necessary vetting and background checks of personnel.

Missing Children Europe is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Confidentiality and privacy: All information given upon application will be treated in a confidential manner and according to Missing Children Europe’s privacy policies.