Research and Communications Executive

eBIO – the voice of the European bioethanol fuel industry – is currently looking for a full-time Research and Communication Executive starting asap to support our Brussels office.

Profile

• Candidates should have a postgraduate degree and a good understanding of European energy and environment issues.
• A minimum of 12 months working experience in research/analysis or communications.
• Experience in a EU related Institution, trade association or Consultancy a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. English native speaker or equivalent. Other European languages a plus.
• Eligible to work in Belgium.

Characteristics

• Self Starter, quality and result oriented.
• Quick learner and team player.
• Computer literate. Knowledge of website management a plus.

Responsibilities
The incumbent will be working closely with the Director for Policy and the Director of Communications

• Monitoring of EU energy and environment affairs and relevant parliamentary committees.
• Research, analysis and strategic advice on energy, environment, climate change and all topics relevant to the activities of eBIO.
• Drafting of policy positions and other communication material; editorial and quality control.
• Managing outreach and communications activities as directed, including the eBIO website.
• Developing and coordinating a network with national bioethanol fuel associations.
• General office management and organising meetings.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work in an exciting and dynamic environment, where you will be empowered to run your own activities.
• Continuous training and professional development.

Electronic applications (CV, application form as well as short motivation letter) should be addressed to jobsebio.org by 26 February 2010. Please note that only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

For more info: www.ebio.org/jobs.php