Communication consultant

Arctik is looking for a consultant to support and lead communications on diverse sustainability projects.

Are you the Napoleon of online and offline communication strategy? Do you have a passion for ecology and sustainability? Are you interested in science communication? You can find the story behind the data? Then don’t wait to apply to become our new communication consultant.

Contract type: full-time 

Duration: permanent

Starting date: as soon as possible

Application deadline: 20 September 2021

As a communication consultant at Arctik, you would:

• Develop and execute communication and dissemination strategies to meet project goals
• Organise stakeholder engagement and outreach activities
• Develop social media strategies and campaigns
• Work with our creative team to deliver engaging audio-visual content
• Translate research or policy documents into content that speaks to different target audiences
• Draft content for different media and audiences (articles, interviews, blogs, press releases, …)
• Managing project timelines and deliverables
• Maintain good relationships with research partners and clients

PROFILE

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications and skills:

• A master’s degree in communications or a related field
• 3-5 years experience working in communication
• Excellent command of English
• Strong writing skills
• Experience translating abstract material into engaging content
• The ability to work on different projects while respecting strict deadlines
• Flexibility and initiative to respond to changing priorities
• A can-do attitude
• European spirit and a sense of humour!

Any of the following is a plus:

• Fluency in other European language
• Knowledge of the EU’s research priorities and EU policies in the fields of circular economy, environment, and climate agenda
• Good data literacy
• Strong digital skills (social media management platforms, Google Analytics, media monitoring software)

WHAT WE OFFER

• A diverse job at a dynamic and creative agency
• A permanent contract starting as soon as possible
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Training and the opportunity to build your skills
• A fun team

WHO WE ARE

Arctik is a Brussels-based communication agency that puts sustainability first. We provide a broad range of communication services to European clients who focus on environmental and climate issues, circular economy, and sustainable development. Arctik is part of the leading science and innovation consultancy Technopolis Group.

Technopolis Group provides evidence-based policy advice and insights with offices in Europe, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our experts support decision-makers who want to tackle environmental or societal issues or look to achieve fair and sustainable growth through science, technology, innovation, health and education.

HOW TO APPLY

Please upload your CV to the Technopolis Group website, together with your portfolio and a motivation letter by 20 September. We would welcome a creative application.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability status.