The Council of the EU is currently recruiting a Director-General for the Directorate-General for Communication and Information (DG COMM). This is an exceptional opportunity within the General Secretariat of the Council of the European Union (GSC), offering a prestigious and influential role. It is ideally suited to an executive with extensive experience in external communication and public relations for the EU.

Key responsibilities include:

- Lead DG COMM in providing clear, accurate and timely information on the activities of the European Council and the Council,

- Act as principal adviser to the Secretary-General, the President of the European Council and the Presidencies on external communications, social media, transparency and public affairs,

- Develop and implement effective communication strategies while representing the Council in public and in interinstitutional negotiations,

- Manage resources and motivate a skilled team of professionals to produce high quality communication outputs.

This is a permanent post at the heart of the European Union, offering an attractive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional development and personal well-being. The role offers the opportunity to have a significant impact on how the EU communicates its vision, activities and decisions to the public.

Full details on the role and eligibility criteria are available in the Official Journal (link here). The deadline for applications is 29 October 2024, 12:00 noon (Brussels time).

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