Communications Consultant

Are you a highly-motivated, technically-minded, critical thinker with an aptitude for science communication and user outreach, looking for your next challenge? The Copernicus component of the EU Space Programme is monitoring Earth's environment, climate and security. JRC manages the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service - Global Land, which offers products and information on land use/land cover, biophysical parameters, and our environment. Novaspace supports JRC on outreach, user uptake and communication of the Global Land Service with in-house consultants. We are looking for individuals willing to grow their skills across communication consultant tasks such as: event organisation, stakeholder management, communication strategies, user outreach and training, innovative communication ideas, storytelling, programme and project management for the Copernicus Land Monitoring Service. This position will be based at JRC near the beautiful Lago Maggiore in Italy, promoting sound scientific information on our environment as seen by Copernicus. If this sounds like you, then read on! We offer:
Direct project interaction and mentoring by our partners who have combined 50 years' experience in international management and communication consultingDevelopment of your communication consultancy skill setInternational work environment in the stunning Italian AlpsIntellectual challenges paired with work-life balance and limited travelDesired skills & experience: Background in science communication, space or STEMFast learner, flexible, organised, meticulous and detail-orientedAbility to work independently and yet effectively in a teamStrong academic backgroundFully fluent in English - oral and writingCitizen of an EU Member StateFlexibility for occasional international travel (mostly day-trips)Excellent knowledge of MS Office SuitePublic sector consulting experience and knowledge of European institutionsAny one of the following areas would be a plus: Geoinformation or Earth Observation expertiseSound understanding of the Copernicus programmeEngineering or scientific background / interest in space technology and applicationsGeneral understanding and background of JRC's mandate and working areasWorking knowledge of a second or more European language(s), e.g.: French, German, Italian, Spanish, Czech, PolishOnly applications containing a Motivation Letter and a CV will be considered.

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