Editorial Support

We are looking for Editorial Support to join the Octagon Professionals projects team at the European Space Agency (ESA) in Noordwijk (ESTEC). This role will support the Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration at ESA, with responsibilities in both Noordwijk, The Netherlands, and Cologne, Germany. The purpose of this service is to assist HRE-FS in defining, planning, and executing internal and external communication and outreach activities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate integrity and professionalism.

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by Octagon Professionals.

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:

• Support with producing narratives, key messages and themes in line with Explore2040, the HRE Communication Strategy, HRE annual communication plan, and ESA's corporate communication plan and objectives;
• Prepare and implement communication campaigns for human and robotic exploration missions and activities in cooperation with ESA Country Desks, Media Relations and the ESA Newsroom, on international level as well as on Member State/national level;
• Support HRE participation in internal and external events and exhibitions regarding HRE activities, as well as regarding Human and Robotic exploration in general;
• Support coordination with ESA Country Desks, Media Relations, and the ESA Newsroom for the service delivery in all Work Packages in this statement of work;
• Implement editorial work (printed and digital, social, mobile, and video channels) e.g. script, present, and create videos to present ESA activities in a lively and engaging format, write and edit articles and background content for the HRE presence on social media and websites, research images and ensuring accurate captions, conduct interviews;
• Before publication, validate content and technical information with the sources of news and information within HRE, ESA and/or external entities (industry, scientists) ensuring that all content published is compliant with ESA editorial guidelines and agreed approval processes;
• Liaise and coordinate with the other services in this statement of work (e.g. for production and outreach support services) as relevant and needed to ensure timely production/ publication of communication products and/or delivery of communication activities;
• Liaise and coordinate with ESA corporate communications services, external contracting companies, and any other interface as applicable to ensure timely production/ publication of communication products and/or delivery of communication activities;
• Implement EAC's internal and external communication plan;
• Coordinate and maintain documents related to EAC PR & communications policy, operations and procedure.

Job Requirements:

• A Master's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field;
• At least 4 years of relevant experience;
• Highly proficient in communication means and social media;
• Professional training in relevant subjects is an asset
• Customer orientated;
• Teamwork attitude;
• Diplomatic and political sensibility;
• Understanding of international environments;
• Autonomy in delivery;
• Proactive attitude;
• Open to flexible working hours;
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

We offer:

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Up to 30 vacation days & additional 12 public holidays based on the 40-hour working week.
• Advice from our Learning & Development Specialist on most suitable training/courses.
• Extra budget and up to 5 extra days off for your professional development.
• Pension contribution to a tailor-made pension scheme.
• Yearly subscription to the ESTEC gym facilities and a swimming pool.
• Assistance with relocation in case you are moving to The Netherlands from abroad.

Ready for this new challenge? Apply now and let's get in touch

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