To strengthen the ECVM/VinylPlus team, we are looking for a Communications Manager with passion in sustainability issues and stakeholder interaction. The selected candidate will have to proactively develop and manage communications activities, as well as public affairs activities in the context of European ‘Building and Construction’ and ‘Green Public Procurement’ regulations and policies.
The successful candidate will be hired as a PlasticsEurope employee working 100% for ECVM/VinylPlus.
The position is based in Brussels.
Responsibilities
- Support the communications team in managing, developing and implementing 360° communications:
- Strategy, messaging, social media
- Development of media campaigns
- Print, web, digital (newsletters), audio visual productions
- Event organization and development of communication/promotional tools
- Development of marketing campaigns (e.g. Sustainability Product Label)
- Manage multi stakeholder projects in the context of the ECVM and/or VinylPlus partnerships with external communities (e.g. Cities, Sport organisations, Hospitals)
- Support the Public Affairs Director in shaping policy messages, campaigns and advocacy strategies
- Represent and present ECVM / VinylPlus at various events
- Liaise with member’s experts
Skills & Competencies
The candidate should be capable to take initiative, be self-motivated, be able to negotiate achievable commitments and to convince stakeholders to work together on a set goal.
Requirements
- Master degree in communication or equivalent area
- Around 5 years of experience in a trade organisation or an agency is an asset
- Familiarity with the European Institutions and a comprehensive understanding of their decision making process
- Excellent communication, persuasion and engagement skills (oral and written) in English. Additional EU languages will be considered a plus.
- Ability to quickly master complex and scientific topics and to communicate them in an effective manner.
- Track-record in managing communication (including social media channels) and organizing events.
- Strong IT skills: word, excel, PowerPoint, database, experienced user of Adobe, InDesign and Photoshop, knowledgeable in HTML and CMS such as WordPress
- Knowledge of the plastics and/or the construction industry will be considered a plus.
- Domicile in Belgium
Application process
If you are interested in applying for this role send your CV with the subject “Communications Manager (ECVM)” to HR@plasticseurope.org before February 12th 2021.
Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
Please do not forget to mention when you would be available to start.
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