ABOUT US: 

META Group specialises in maximising research impact and addressing societal challenges. With + 30 years of collaboration with entities like the European Commission and start-ups, META Group has supported 2.000+ consortia and 500 companies through services like knowledge valorisation, access to risk capital, dissemination of results and others.

META Group counts a team of experts leading communication, dissemination and exploitation activities for EU-funded projects in a wide range of sectors: health, renewable energy, access to capital and intellectual property among others.

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

We are seeking a skilled Communications Specialist to join our team. This role will be instrumental in developing and implementing effective communication and dissemination strategies for our projects and our company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication and dissemination plans for our projects (EU-funded mainly) and our company, aligning with project objectives and target audiences;


• Manage and maintain effective communication channels, including the project websites, social media platforms, and newsletters;


• Create engaging content such as press releases, articles, and multimedia materials to disseminate project results and impact;


• Organise and participate in conferences, workshops, and other events to promote project outcomes;


• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, stakeholders, and project partners;


• Monitor media coverage and analyse communication performance;


• Ensure compliance with EU communication guidelines and reporting requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Native-level English proficiency is essential;


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in communication roles, with a proven track record in EU-funded project communication and dissemination;


• Master's degree in human and social sciences such as communication, history, marketing, psychology, geography, and political science. A scientific background is nice to have;


• Experience working in communications roles on collaborative EU-funded research and innovation projects (e.g. Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe);


• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills;


• Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms;


• Strong organisational and time management skills;


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;


• Proactive and creative.

JOB CONDITIONS:

• Contract: Full-time position, permanent contract;


• Salary package: 35k-45k per year according to the professional experience, public transport and usual benefits;


• Based in Brussels, hybrid;


• Start: Tuesday 1st October 2024.

HOW TO APPLY: 

Please submit your CV and cover letter to personae@metagroup.com by Friday 13th September 2024. 

We look forward to receiving your application!