- International Association of Public Transport
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Communications Manager
- International Association of Public Transport
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
- International Association of Public Transport
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION:
UITP’s research and innovation (R&I) projects drive the sector forward in areas such as autonomous driving, sustainable urban environments, and zero-emission mobility. Funded by the European Institutions, global Development Banks and other stakeholders, these projects are highly visible within the public transport and urban mobility sector, bringing together some of the biggest public transport companies in the world.
The Communications Manager leads the communications activities on these projects. They develop and execute communications strategies to ensure visibility on UITP’s channels (website, social media and newsletters), dedicated project channels, and with external media.
The Communications Manager develops campaigns and creates content. They also coordinate the creation of content with external providers and content communications team members (specifically with the communications officer dedicated to R&I projects).
In some projects they will lead the communications work package and chair project meetings. In others they contribute to the communications activities and ensure the public transport sector is represented.
Some travel is required in this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
UITP offers a friendly, caring and dynamic work atmosphere with a great team of 130 international colleagues, working together on the opportunities and challenges affecting the public transport sector. Our new colleague will be able to contribute to the service and business excellence of our multi-cultural organisation and membership.
UITP is an equal opportunity employer and warmly welcomes candidates with diverse backgrounds.
UITP’s research and innovation (R&I) projects drive the sector forward in areas such as autonomous driving, sustainable urban environments, and zero-emission mobility. Funded by the European Institutions, global Development Banks and other stakeholders, these projects are highly visible within the public transport and urban mobility sector, bringing together some of the biggest public transport companies in the world.
The Communications Manager leads the communications activities on these projects. They develop and execute communications strategies to ensure visibility on UITP’s channels (website, social media and newsletters), dedicated project channels, and with external media.
The Communications Manager develops campaigns and creates content. They also coordinate the creation of content with external providers and content communications team members (specifically with the communications officer dedicated to R&I projects).
In some projects they will lead the communications work package and chair project meetings. In others they contribute to the communications activities and ensure the public transport sector is represented.
Some travel is required in this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead UITP projects communications, ranging from strategy development and project management to content creation and promotion;
- Match dissemination activities of projects with UITP communication plans; ensure projects communication planning fits with the rest of UITP activities and overall editorial strategy;
- Define the strategy to ensure that project communication activities, knowledge and output contribute to added value to benefit UITP members;
- Manage and maintain the websites of third-party funded projects;
- Manage the communications budget for third party funded projects;
- Ensure optimal dissemination of knowledge and possibly complex/technical output through engaging content and campaigns (articles, videos, press, social media, etc.) on project channels and the various UITP channels;
- Conduct project management activities related to communications, including attending of events, coordinating of and presenting at meetings, reporting of statistics, contribute to proposal writing;
- Represent UITP in external bodies on communications, e.g. conferences committees, EU initiatives, and others.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- 4–5 years of experience in communications;
- Proven experience in managing or contributing to EU-funded or third-party funded projects, including reporting and coordination tasks;
- Background in the EU environment is considered an asset;
- Experience in copywriting or journalism, with the ability to translate technical language into engaging content (written or visual);
- Solid project management skills;
- Strong ability to engage with international stakeholders (e.g. third parties or UITP members);
- Excellent written and spoken English (fluent or near-native);
- Proficient in design software such as Adobe Suite, Canva, or similar;
- Delivers high-quality work across multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines;
- Resilient and able to perform well under pressure;
- Proactive and creative mindset;
- Degree in communications, journalism, or a related field.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
UITP offers a friendly, caring and dynamic work atmosphere with a great team of 130 international colleagues, working together on the opportunities and challenges affecting the public transport sector. Our new colleague will be able to contribute to the service and business excellence of our multi-cultural organisation and membership.
UITP is an equal opportunity employer and warmly welcomes candidates with diverse backgrounds.
- Position is based in Brussels;
- Deadline for application: April 15 2025;
- Starting date: As soon as possible;
- Info: https://www.uitp.org/jobs.
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