The European Cocoa Association is looking for a Communication & Administrative Manager. Based in Brussels, occasional business travel within the EU might be required. The ideal starting date is as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

1. Information and communication management
   • Manage ECA’s communication activities, i.e. social media, website, monthly newsletters, promotional materials, Grind Stats
   • Manage event and meeting organisation (2025 ECA Forum included)
2. Administrative management
   • Daily office management
   • Manage ECA’s databases
   • Manage ECA’s physical and online records
   • Manage travel arrangements
   • Proofread documents in English
   • Manage Memberships (application process)
   • Support the Finance Manager with payments (FALCO software), budget preparation
   • Support the ECA Team as deemed necessary

Requirements

• University    degree    or    equivalent,   preferably   in   Communication, Business Administration, International Affairs
• 3 – 5 years of experience in event and communication management. Prior experience in administration & finance is an advantage
• Native or near-native level of English proficiency and professional proficiency in French
• Affinity with and knowledge of the EU/institutions is an advantage
• Strong organisational skills; ability to work both autonomously and in a team
• Full IT proficiency (incl. MS office 365)

Our offer

• Full-time 1 year contract with possibility of renewal
• Competitive salary based on the candidate’s experience
• Possibility to work from home and occasionally telework within the EU
• Additional days of annual leave
• Benefits: meal vouchers, eco cheques, public transport allowance, medical insurance and pension scheme

Please send your CV & motivation letter stating salary expectations and earliest possible starting date to recruitment.eca@outlook.com. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the EU. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Deadline for applications: 23.10.2024.

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