- 5Rights Foundation
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Communications Officer
- 5Rights Foundation
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: April 20, 2025
- 5Rights Foundation
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: April 20, 2025
OVERVIEW:
5Rights Foundation is a globally active NGO with the agenda to build the digital world children and young people deserve. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and proactive individual to further develop their expertise in advocacy communications, press relations, and digital engagement while contributing to meaningful global change.
ABOUT 5RIGHTS:
5Rights Foundation aims to ensure a digital world that will serve children and young people today and for future generations.
We are a small but high-impact team of senior professionals and experts delivering change in how the digital world works. We have shifted the narrative and the agenda through provocative comms campaigns (e.g. Twisted Toys), pioneering research (e.g. Pathways) and award-winning tools (e.g. Child Online Safety Toolkit). We continue to drive real-life change thanks to an outstanding track-record of delivering legislation (e.g. Californian Age Appropriate Design Code), policy and regulatory frameworks (e.g. UNCRC General comment No. 25), and industry standards (e.g. IEEE 2089).
ABOUT THE ROLE:
5Rights Foundation is seeking a dynamic and skilled Communications Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a central role in managing external communications, strengthening our media presence, and ensuring our messaging aligns with the organisation’s pioneering and ambitious global advocacy objectives. This role offers the opportunity to deliver practical change for children, as part of a small organisation with a strong track record of changing narratives, setting the agenda and bringing together both the expertise and the public support to get policy over the line.
Reporting to the Head of Communications and working closely with the 5Rights Advocacy and Operations teams, the Communications Officer will be responsible for crafting compelling content (such as articles, social media posts and press releases), liaising with journalists, and enhancing our brand visibility across multiple platforms. The position is fast paced, requiring a proactive mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. We offer an initial 6-month contract, with the possibility of a permanent role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
SKILLS AND STTRIBUTES:
Essential
Desirable
PRACTICAL DETAILS:
HOW TO APPLY:
We are a small but ambitious organisation looking for committed professionals that can help scale our influence and impact. If you believe you are a good fit, please submit a CV and brief covering letter explaining what you would bring to 5Rights before 20th April via this link: https://5rightsfoundation.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=9c3a5c0b-fb83-4bea-b6e9- 6af9bd32959.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
5Rights Foundation is committed to building a diverse team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration irrespective of age, racial or ethnic background, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.
5Rights Foundation is a globally active NGO with the agenda to build the digital world children and young people deserve. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and proactive individual to further develop their expertise in advocacy communications, press relations, and digital engagement while contributing to meaningful global change.
ABOUT 5RIGHTS:
5Rights Foundation aims to ensure a digital world that will serve children and young people today and for future generations.
We are a small but high-impact team of senior professionals and experts delivering change in how the digital world works. We have shifted the narrative and the agenda through provocative comms campaigns (e.g. Twisted Toys), pioneering research (e.g. Pathways) and award-winning tools (e.g. Child Online Safety Toolkit). We continue to drive real-life change thanks to an outstanding track-record of delivering legislation (e.g. Californian Age Appropriate Design Code), policy and regulatory frameworks (e.g. UNCRC General comment No. 25), and industry standards (e.g. IEEE 2089).
ABOUT THE ROLE:
5Rights Foundation is seeking a dynamic and skilled Communications Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a central role in managing external communications, strengthening our media presence, and ensuring our messaging aligns with the organisation’s pioneering and ambitious global advocacy objectives. This role offers the opportunity to deliver practical change for children, as part of a small organisation with a strong track record of changing narratives, setting the agenda and bringing together both the expertise and the public support to get policy over the line.
Reporting to the Head of Communications and working closely with the 5Rights Advocacy and Operations teams, the Communications Officer will be responsible for crafting compelling content (such as articles, social media posts and press releases), liaising with journalists, and enhancing our brand visibility across multiple platforms. The position is fast paced, requiring a proactive mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. We offer an initial 6-month contract, with the possibility of a permanent role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitor news cycles and digital trends to identify risks and opportunities;
- Track media coverage and maintain an up-to-date press contact database;
- Manage 5Rights’ website and social media platforms, ensuring consistent messaging;
- Develop impactful content, including audiovisual assets, articles and press releases;
- Manage the design and dissemination of 5Rights’ monthly newsletter;
- Support the design and execution of communications campaigns, both independently and with coalition partners;
- Assist in the planning, promotion and execution of events;
- Support internal coordination to align communications with advocacy goals.
SKILLS AND STTRIBUTES:
Essential
- A degree in communication, journalism or equivalent;
- At least 2 years of professional experience in communications, journalism, or a related field;
- Excellent writing, messaging and presentation skills, with a strong ability to engage press and public audiences;
- A solid understanding of traditional and digital media landscapes;
- Experience managing social media channels and developing effective engagement strategies;
- Experience in the creation of social media content (video and static graphics), and marketing materials using graphic design software such as Canva or InDesign;
- Familiarity with Mailchimp and experience with content management systems (WordPress); knowledge of SEO best practices is a plus;
- A proactive, can-do attitude and solution-oriented mindset, backed by strong strategic thinking skills and project management abilities;
- Excellent spoken and written English. Other languages are an advantage.
Desirable
- Experience working internationally and in culturally-diverse settings;
- A good understanding of the international tech policy landscape and policy making processes;
- A good overview of the issues children face in the digital environment;
- Knowledge of other languages, notably French or Spanish.
PRACTICAL DETAILS:
- Reporting line: Head of Communications;
- Location: UK or Belgium. This is a fully remote role, with access to shared office spaces in both London and Brussels that can be used up to twice a week;
- Duration: 6 months;
- Full time: With flexibility in working hours;
- Remuneration: £27,500 per annum for a UK-based employee, or 35,760 Euros per annum including all benefits (Basic salary of €2,500 per month before benefits) for a Belgium-based employee. Some negotiation may be possible depending on experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
We are a small but ambitious organisation looking for committed professionals that can help scale our influence and impact. If you believe you are a good fit, please submit a CV and brief covering letter explaining what you would bring to 5Rights before 20th April via this link: https://5rightsfoundation.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=9c3a5c0b-fb83-4bea-b6e9- 6af9bd32959.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
5Rights Foundation is committed to building a diverse team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration irrespective of age, racial or ethnic background, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.
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