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Join ESA as a Media Relations Officer and shape the voice of space exploration in Europe
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Salary
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Location
Paris, France
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary: The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe's gateway to space, aiming to discover more about Earth, our solar system, and the universe. At ESA, you'll be part of a cutting-edge organization that offers an exciting and unique opportunity to work at the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation. ESA is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity, and we are actively seeking applications from all qualified candidates, especially women and those with disabilities.
- Role Summary:
- Develop and implement media relations activities for the ESA Director General.
- Oversee media relations for ESA HQ and the Member States of France, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
- Role Requirements:
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- Experience in media relations.
- Excellent knowledge of the French language.
- In-depth understanding of the media landscape in France.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Flexibility to adapt and proactively manage challenging situations.
- Application Process Details:
- Selection tests may be part of the recruitment process.
- Successful candidates will undergo basic screening by an external service.
We are looking for a Media Relations Officer for the ESA Director General, ESA HQ, France, Belgium, and Luxembourg. This role is based in our Paris office and is a non-renewable post for a limited duration of four years.
The Role:
Under the direct authority of the Head of the Corporate and Institutional Communication Office, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of the media relations activities directly related to the ESA Director General. You will oversee the development of media relations activities for ESA HQ, as well as for the Member States of France, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
Job Requirements:
You should have a master's degree in a relevant domain and experience in media relations. Excellent knowledge of the French language and in-depth knowledge of the media landscape in France is required. You should have the capacity to work well under pressure with tight deadlines, the flexibility to adapt to new and unforeseen demands, and the ability to manage challenging situations proactively.
Benefits:
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged. We value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace.
Application Details:
During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.
Please note that applications can only be considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia, and Slovenia.
