Communications Consultant

Position description

We are looking for a Communications Consultant to join our Brussels team to support the organisation and implementation of EPICO’s high-level conference – the “Sustainable Growth Summit” (SGS) – and the development of our Sustainable Growth Forum (SGF).

Applicants should be available to start as soon as possible, although most of the work will be conducted in September/October 2024. Interviews will take place on an ongoing basis via Teams.

Your tasks:

Collaborating with EPICO on the development of a media and communication strategy for the Sustainable;
Growth Summit & Forum with a view to targeting policymakers, businesses, and media in Brussels;
Expanding EPICO’s network of journalists (both national and EU media) in Brussels and promoting the SGS and SGF with relevant media actors;
Providing ideas for potential invitees based on personal networks;
Preparing media material on the topic of sustainable innovation, competitiveness, and green industrialisation;
Participating and supporting in the organisation of the SGS.

Qualifications

You have at least 5 years of proven professional experience in Communications, Media Relations and Outreach;

A track record in developing and implementing communication strategies on policy topics and conferences;
You are based in Brussels and have an expansive network of national and EU-level media, policymakers, and organisations;
You have a very good understanding of political and economic issues in climate, energy, and industrial policies;
You have a portfolio of written deliverables (e.g. open letters and op-eds published by recognised media outlets) on the topic of energy and climate policy;
You have very good analytical skills, can work independently, and are detail-oriented. Experience in editing and proof-reading is desirable;
You are fluent in both spoken and written English. Knowledge of another EU language is desirable.