Junior Communication Manager

Description

ICF Next creates and implements communication campaigns and services for European institutions. We ensure that the messages of the key EU policies reach the citizens and stakeholders.

ICF Next is looking for a Junior Communication Manager to join the Client Relations Department. S/he will assist the Senior Campaign Manager in designing and implementing EU 360° communication campaigns, projects and services. S/he will be involved in a day-to-day work on the campaign, planning and executing work with the expert teams, follow-up on specific communication activities, and participate in key meetings.

Responsible For

• Assisting the Project Manager in the day-to-day tasks
• Scheduling meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Drafting project reports
• Preparing meeting agendas, records actions from meetings and draft meeting reports
• Attending clients and teams’ meetings
• Keeping the project planning updated
• Updating the list of deliverables and keep track of it
• Follow-up the action tracker with the team
• Organizing and update the campaign’s collaborative platform
• Quality control
• Following up with internal teams on specific deliverables
• Implementing projects using the PRINCE2 methodology
• Developing lessons learned log
• Identifying bottlenecks and proposing workflows under guidance of the Campaign Manager
  
  

Competencies / Skills

• Knowledge and interest in the fields of communication and EU affairs.
• Self-motivated and self-directed with a “can do” attitude.
• Good organization and planning skills
• Collaborate effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders to achieve goals.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Min. 1 year in Project management/ EU affairs background
• Fluent English (written and verbal)
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
  
  

Right to Work, Location & Sponsorship (Belgium)

We welcome applications from candidates based in any country. This role is in Belgium, and successful candidates must:

• Have the legal right to work in Belgium, or be eligible for sponsorship on a case-by-case basis, and
• Be physically located in Belgium by Day 1 of employment (or shortly before your start date).
  
  

Please ensure you can meet the right-to-work and location requirements or would qualify for sponsorship where applicable.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Brussels, Belgium (BE75)

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