Missing Children Europe is looking to recruit a full-time Junior Communications Officer. We are seeking an outgoing and creative person with an interest in social media, eager to gain experience in communications activities within a European NGO.

Missing Children Europe is the European federation for missing and sexually exploited children, representing 33 organisations from 27 European countries. Our mission is 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.
  • Support the development of the annual Figure & Trends report and Annual Impact report.
  • Create and disseminate social media content.
  • Keep the website (missingchildreneurope.eu) current.
  • Draft 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:

  • Degree in communication, journalism, marketing, press relations, or a relevant field.
  • Minimum of 1 years of relevant professional experience (including internships).
  • Excellent command of spoken and written English.
  • Interest in human/children’s rights and child protection issues.
  • Experience in managing social media profiles and content.
  • Good knowledge of design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
  • Knowledge of website management and content management (WordPress).
  • 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:

  • 1-year contract with the possibility of renewal.
  • Compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, following the Missing Children Europe remuneration scheme.
  • The benefits package includes a holiday scheme, lunch vouchers, hospitalisation insurance, and reimbursement of transport costs.
  • This position requires being based in Brussels.

 

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 “Junior Communications Officer” 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: January 31st at 12:00 CEST. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a written test (online) and will be invited for an interview.

 

Disclaimer

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

Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Missing Children Europe (MCE) jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. MCE will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with MCE. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorized MCE representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand.

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

For Missing Children Europe, human qualities are decisive regardless of your race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.