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
1. Design and implementation of small to large-scale media relations and stakeholder engagement projects/campaigns from A to Z
2. Set up of PR plans in co-operation with other relevant teams (strategic planning, creation, content and production)
3. Active contribution to tender proposals including research work, liaising internally with different teams
4. Budget preparation, planning, monitoring and reporting
5. Regular contact with clients (mainly within the EU Institutions)
6. Building tactics, engaging with journalists and stakeholders and empowering them to become multipliers
7. Liaising and working closely with our network of PR agencies around the world to implement PR strategies and activities at local levels
8. Production of PR assets: multi-media news releases, advisory/briefing notes, reports and presentations
9. Coordination and follow-up with internal production teams involved in PR projects
10. Mapping of media outlets and stakeholder organisations
11. 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)
12. Monitoring of outreach activities and project/campaign pick up
13. Analysis, reporting and presentation of results in dedicated reports and presentations
Requirements
14. Minimum 5 years of proven experience in PR
15. Previous experience in EU communication projects
16. Excellent knowledge of English (oral and written) - any additional languages is an asset
17. Good understanding of the functioning of the EU institutions
18. Interest and experience in communicating about EU policies to EU citizens
19. Good storytelling and pitching skills
20. Ability to develop and cultivate relationships with journalists and stakeholders
21. At ease with Microsoft Office Suite, mailing and survey tools
22. Proactive, solution-oriented and can-do mindset
23. Team player
24. Strong problem solving, analytical, organisational and planning skills
25. Flexible with a great sense of responsibility
26. Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills