Founded in 1904, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) brings together leading national motoring organizations from 146 countries worldwide and is the governing body for world motor sport. The FIA Region I office, based in Brussels, is a consumer body comprising 100 Mobility Clubs that represent over 40 million members from across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. For more information: www.fiaregion1.com

Location: Brussels, with flexible remote work options (up to 8 days/month, including from other European Union locations)

Job duration: Open-ended, full-time

Starting date: June 2025

Deadline for applications: 24.04.2025

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Communications Officer will implement the Office communication strategy and translate the office strategy into simple, compelling messages. S/he closely supports our three departments (Membership & Events; Policy; and EU-funded projects),  and proposes the best tools to communicate various activities to different audiences.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Develop and implement an internal and external communications strategy with our member organisations and toward the EU institutions
• Create communications campaigns, press and media materials targeted at our member clubs and EU decision-makers
• Manage social media strategy by identifying priorities and creating adapted media content for various channels
• Manage FIA Region I’s internal and external websites (content management, maintenance, overseeing new developments, newsletters)
• Build relations with the Press to create communications content around EU-projects and Policy
• Brief and manage relations with external experts (i.e. designers, agencies, photographers and videographers), including the development of visual identity and promotion of events

The successful candidate will have

• Excellent command of written and spoken English, additional language(s) a plus
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Good command of social media and website management
• Creative thinking
• Ability to act and react in a timely manner (e.g. when fast-paced political developments occur)
• Some knowledge of graphic design would be an asset
• Education in a related field (Communications, Journalism, Public Relations)

The ideal candidate is a good networker, organised, and able to prioritize, with an ability to proactively  find and implement solutions.

 What we offer

• An exciting and challenging work opportunity in a dynamic and multicultural job environment
• A competitive salary package in line with the position, responsibilities, and experience (holiday pay, 13th month salary, lunch vouchers, and hospital, life group, and travel insurance, designed to support the health, well-being, and career growth of our team members).
• 20 days of legal annual leave, plus 10 extra days (5 of which are planned during the end-of-year closure)
• Working-from-home policy compensation (170 EUR net) for home office setup.

Applications including CV and cover letter shall be sent to: recruitmentr1@fia.com by 24 April 2025 with subject line “Communications Officer”.

Candidates must have the right to work in Belgium.

By submitting your application, you agree to FIA Region I storing your personal data for the purpose and duration of the selection process.

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