ICF Next is one of Europe’s leading integrated communication agencies, specializing in large-scale campaigns for clients across the European Union.

Are you passionate about public relations and skilled in delivering top-notch communication services while building meaningful connections? We are looking for a seasoned expert in media relations, community engagement and communication services around events to join our team. If you thrive in dynamic settings and are eager to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you!

Main Responsibilities

Implementation of small to large-scale PR projects/campaigns from A to Z.Set up of PR plans in co-operation with other relevant teams (strategic planning, creation, content and production).Active contribution to tender proposals including research work, liaising internally with different teams and contribution to case studies.Regular contact with clients (mainly within the EU Institutions).Building tactics, engaging with journalists, stakeholders, content creators and empowering them to become multipliers.Liaising and working closely with our network of PR agencies to implement PR strategies and activities at local levels.Production of PR assets: multi-media news releases, social media posts, insightful presentations and reports.Mapping of media outlets, stakeholder organisations and content creators and pitching by e-mail and phone (mostly in English but any additional languages is an asset).Implementation of communication services around events including managing competition and awards submission.Ensuring social media promotion and live coverage of events on social media.Monitoring of PR and social media activities and projects/campaigns’ pick up.Analysis, reporting and presentation of results in dedicated reports and presentations.Ability to travel from time to time.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of proven experience in PR.Previous experience in EU communication projects.Excellent knowledge of English (oral and written) - any additional languages is an asset.A keen interest in and knowledge of institutional communication.Good storytelling and pitching skills.Proven ability to develop and cultivate relationships with journalists, stakeholders and content creators.Proven experience in creating engaging content for social media, with a particular focus on managing and covering social media for events.At ease with Microsoft Office Suite, mailing and survey tools.Proactive, solution-oriented and can-do mindset.Team player.Strong problem solving, analytical, organisational and planning skills.Flexible with a great sense of responsibility and adaptability to changing workload.Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.

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