Are you a journalist with a special interest in energy and the environment? Do you commit to forward-looking journalism and being keen on exposing the dynamics of European decision-making? And do you have the ambition to serve a pan-European, highly informed audience at the cutting edge of tomorrow’s news? Then apply to become Euractiv's new Energy and Environment Journalist (Berlin based).

A full-time journalist to cover EU energy and environment policy based in Berlin

The ideal candidate will be expected to deliver both breaking news stories and in-depth feature articles focusing on Europe’s green transition and how it is being driven – or slowed – by legislative activity taking place in the EU institutions.

The candidate will be expected to demonstrate a sharp news sense, breaking stories as well as exclusive features about legislative activity in Berlin and its impact on Europe’s green industries.

You are confident in linking with politicians, business leaders and activists. As a good team player, you will jump on news trends as the need arises, for example during EU summit meetings.

Main responsibilities:

• Write breaking news stories, interviews, as well as in-depth feature articles and analytical pieces
• Conduct interviews with high-level officials, including EU Commissioners, MEPs, business leaders and policy experts
• Identify stories at the intersection of policy and politics, putting often complex issues into simple language for a wider European and global audience
• Contribute to meeting Euractiv’s editorial mission and commitment to balanced reporting

Profile:

• At least three years of experience in journalism and in EU energy & environment policy.
• Native German speaking.
• Strong English-language writing skills.
• Ability to deliver accurate stories in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to think quickly and provide insights and perspective on reports coming from a wide variety of sources, including EU institutions, business associations and civil society.
• Hard-working, able to respect tight deadlines, entrepreneurial, team-player.

What we offer:

• Wide variety of tasks in a multicultural work environment;
• Valuable insights into the media world of EU Affairs;
• This is a full-time employment contract under German law, with salary and responsibilities commensurate to the candidate’s level of experience.

What are the benefits of working at Euractiv?

You will be working in a vibrant international media office, in a multicultural team, full of talented colleagues you can learn from. You will be in the middle of EU affairs, both physically (our office is in the EU quarter) and through your work. You will be able to bring your contribution to one of the most respected EU affairs media in Europe and bring our news, multimedia content and newsletters in front of Euractiv’s influential readers.

How to apply: 

Please mention in the subject line Berlin Energy & Environment Journalist - First and last name, attach your CV and a short cover letter and email to: selection@euractiv.com

Candidates should be available as soon as possible.

Background

Euractiv is an independent pan-European media network specialising in EU policies. Our primary goal is to foster policy debates among EU stakeholders, including governments, businesses, and civil society groups. We provide comprehensive coverage of policy processes leading up to decisions, presenting the issues in a neutral manner without taking sides.

Euractiv is part of Mediahuis, a publishing company with assets in Belgium, the Netherlands, Ireland, Luxembourg and Germany. Mediahuis publishes across a wide range of formats – from newspapers and magazines to television, radio and online media. More about Mediahuis and Euractiv here.

Equality and diversity

We are committed both to promoting equality and diversity within the organisation and to Equal Opportunities in recruitment. We believe in equality of opportunity regardless of race or racial group (including colour, nationality, ethnicity, national origins), religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender re-assignment and gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy, maternity and paternity. This also includes any incidents of perceptive or associative discrimination and harassment. All hiring decisions are made entirely on merit. We encourage everyone to apply, even if you do not fit all the criteria.