ICF Next is one of the leading integrated communication agencies in Europe, specialising in large-scale campaigns across the European Union.
We are looking for a creative and dynamic team player to fill the position of Public Relations Consultant.
Main Responsibilities
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Design and implementation of small to large-scale media relations and stakeholder engagement projects/campaigns from A to Z
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Set up of PR plans in co-operation with other relevant teams (strategic planning, creation, content and production)
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Active contribution to tender proposals including research work, liaising internally with different teams
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Budget preparation, planning, monitoring and reporting
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Regular contact with clients (mainly within the EU Institutions)
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Building tactics, engaging with journalists and stakeholders and empowering them to become multipliers
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Liaising and working closely with our network of PR agencies around the world to implement PR strategies and activities at local levels
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Production of PR assets: multi-media news releases, advisory/briefing notes, reports and presentations
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Coordination and follow-up with internal production teams involved in PR projects
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Mapping of media outlets and stakeholder organisations
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Pitching and reaching out to media outlets and stakeholder organisations by e-mail and phone (mostly in English but any additional languages is an asset)
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Monitoring of outreach activities and project/campaign pick up
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Analysis, reporting and presentation of results in dedicated reports and presentations
Requirements
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Minimum 5 years of proven experience in PR
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Previous experience in EU communication projects
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Excellent knowledge of English (oral and written) - any additional languages is an asset
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Good understanding of the functioning of the EU institutions
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Interest and experience in communicating about EU policies to EU citizens
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Good storytelling and pitching skills
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Ability to develop and cultivate relationships with journalists and stakeholders
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At ease with Microsoft Office Suite, mailing and survey tools
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Proactive, solution-oriented and can-do mindset
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Team player
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Strong problem solving, analytical, organisational and planning skills
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Flexible with a great sense of responsibility
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Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
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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.
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What We Do
ICF is a global advisory and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees in industries across the public and private sectors. For over 50 years, we’ve been helping clients take on some of the world’s most complex challenges to produce exceptional results. Our work is the catalyst to help shape the future for all.
Beyond our purpose-driven work, we invest in our employees and their experience with us. We have numerous options for healthcare and many additional benefits, including immediate access to 401k retirement matching and pet insurance. Our Employee Community Networks help members find support, belonging, and growth by enhancing internal networks and professional development. We offer paid volunteer time and match your donations. As learning is a never-ending journey, we offer tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, communities of practice to contribute to and grow from, and memberships to LinkedIn Learning and Coursera. We aim to consider every aspect of how to invest in people so they can belong, grow, and thrive with us.
Why Work With Us
At ICF, we are a purpose-driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect. We are not all the same. And that has always been our greatest strength. We are at our best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do th
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