- ECRE - European Council on Refugees and Exiles
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Director
- ECRE - European Council on Refugees and Exiles
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: May 27, 2025
- ECRE - European Council on Refugees and Exiles
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: May 27, 2025
PURPOSE OF JOB:
The ECRE Director provides overall strategic leadership for ECRE. ECRE is the leading pan-European network working on the rights of displaced people in Europe and in Europe’s external policies. ECRE has 128 members in 40 European countries. ECRE work covers legal support and litigation, advocacy and communications. The Director coordinates and targets the efforts of the member organizations to obtain maximum influence in European decision-making concerning refugees.
The Director manages all of ECRE’s activities in close coordination with the ECRE Board, which is drawn from its membership, and is responsible for the management of ECRE’s secretariat in Brussels, currently consisting of 11 staff members. The Director is ECRE’s main public spokesperson.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
The European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE) is looking to recruit a new director.
The new director will lead ECRE’s litigation, advocacy and communication efforts and contribute to the alliance’s strategic development within a dynamic and challenging social and political environment. They will develop and manage strategic planning in close interaction with the membership, represent ECRE vis à vis the EU institutions and across Europe, develop partnerships, raise media profile and maximise ECRE’s impact through policy development and advocacy.
The ideal candidate will have:
HOW TO APPLY:
(NB/ Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the advert may be closed earlier if there has been sufficient interest in the role.). First round interviews will take place on Tuesday 10 June and second round interviews (for a smaller number of candidates will take place on Monday 16 June.
If you have any questions about the position, please email jobs@localknowledge.be.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
ECRE is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates with a refugee background are particularly encouraged to apply. We regret however that only people with the right to work in the EU can apply.
The ECRE Director provides overall strategic leadership for ECRE. ECRE is the leading pan-European network working on the rights of displaced people in Europe and in Europe’s external policies. ECRE has 128 members in 40 European countries. ECRE work covers legal support and litigation, advocacy and communications. The Director coordinates and targets the efforts of the member organizations to obtain maximum influence in European decision-making concerning refugees.
The Director manages all of ECRE’s activities in close coordination with the ECRE Board, which is drawn from its membership, and is responsible for the management of ECRE’s secretariat in Brussels, currently consisting of 11 staff members. The Director is ECRE’s main public spokesperson.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Represent ECRE at a senior level across Europe;
- Work in partnership with the ECRE Board to ensure the active engagement of the membership;
- Ensure effective overall management of the Secretariat;
- Financial management: Ensure resources are in place and used effectively to carry out the strategy;
- Management of the ECRE Board; Advising and supporting the ECRE Board in its governance role;
- Ensure representation of people with a refugee background in all areas of ECRE’s work.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
The European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE) is looking to recruit a new director.
The new director will lead ECRE’s litigation, advocacy and communication efforts and contribute to the alliance’s strategic development within a dynamic and challenging social and political environment. They will develop and manage strategic planning in close interaction with the membership, represent ECRE vis à vis the EU institutions and across Europe, develop partnerships, raise media profile and maximise ECRE’s impact through policy development and advocacy.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Significant experience at a senior management level coupled with strong strategic skills;
- Cultural and political awareness – an in-depth understanding of Europe’s political and legal systems and how to influence them;
- Strong experience of fundraising and the ability to negotiate and build relationships at the highest levels;
- A strong commitment to working for and with those seeking international protection, and a solid background in working with or for an NGO.
HOW TO APPLY:
- To apply please send your CV and motivation letter to jobs@localknowledge.be;
- The closing date for completed applications is 23.59 CEST on Tuesday 27 May.
(NB/ Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the advert may be closed earlier if there has been sufficient interest in the role.). First round interviews will take place on Tuesday 10 June and second round interviews (for a smaller number of candidates will take place on Monday 16 June.
If you have any questions about the position, please email jobs@localknowledge.be.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
ECRE is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates with a refugee background are particularly encouraged to apply. We regret however that only people with the right to work in the EU can apply.
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