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Position closing date: September 1, 2026
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Digital Content Officer [f/m/x] – Full-time (40 hours/week)

IT & Digital
Other, Austria
Position closing date: April 26, 2026

The European Space Policy Institute (ESPI), the leading independent European think-tank on space, is looking to employ a Digital Content Officer at the premises of the Institute in Vienna (on-site), starting latest by Q3 2026 (please see all the details on the ESPI website https://www.espi.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/VN-ESPI-DCO-Mar-26.pdf).

 

About the role

Can you read beyond the job description? Are you driven by purpose and passion and thrive in a pool of bright young minds? Do you cherish independence and can you stand up in open debate and advocate for impact? Can you build bridges in complex spheres of influence and power? Are you inspired by space? As the Digital Content Officer at ESPI you will be primarily tasked with:

  • producing audiovisual content for ESPI’s various communication and engagement platforms, including website and social media;
  • managing and providing technical support for ESPI’s studio room;
  • assisting with graphic design activities and other communication activities in ESPI’s digital and printed outputs;
  • working with ESPI Engagement Staff and Management on continuously improving ESPI’s communication and outreach through multimedia channels and platforms;
  • contributing to brainstorming sessions for activities and providing creative solutions to reach new audiences and enhance our impact.

This position is a part of ESPI’s Engagement staff, strengthening ESPI’s impact on various audiences and aiming to further develop ESPI’s role in advising and promoting European space policy globally, in line with the ESPI2040 vision (see https://www.espi.or.at/espi-2040/).

Space is undergoing a transformative change in market dynamics, technology developments, and policy implications. Engagement activities enable ESPI to achieve its mission and strengthen its position and reputation with more impactful outreach towards decision-makers and other target communities. Complementary to working with stakeholders in the space sector, ESPI also puts a major focus on developing the impact of space on other policy domains and sectors of economy.

 

Qualifications

  • at least 2 years of relevant work experience (i.e. producing and editing video and audio content in different settings);
  • strong understanding and practical use of multimedia outreach channels platforms, and hardware & software tools, in particular audiovisual outputs, with awareness of current best practices;
  • intercultural and multistakeholder competence with a self-starting mindset and attention to detail and accuracy;
  • flexibility, and impact-oriented thinking;
  • a good knowledge and understanding of the space sector, and experience with podcasting, will be considered an asset.

 

Application Process

We accept applications by EU/EEA citizens as well as non-EU citizens. To apply for this position, please send:

  • a copy of your CV in .pdf format,
  • a motivation letter in .pdf format,

to vacancies@espi.eu with the subject: “ESPI DCO” before 26 April 2025, 23:59 CEST. Please do not submit educational records or certificates at this stage.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with flexible working conditions. The advertised salary is is in the range of € 46,000 – € 48,000 gross per year (paid 14 times a year). Given ESPI’s status as a Quasi-International Organisation (QuIO) since July 2025, the salary of ESPI employees is exempt from tax.

Why work with us? Read more about benefits of working at ESPI here (see https://www.espi.or.at/vacancies/).