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The ESM is currently looking for a trainee to support the European Stability Mechanism (ESM) Communications team in its tasks over a minimum period of six months, extandable to one year based on performance. The ESM Communications team is responsible for both internal and external communications, including serving as a contact point for journalists. Our team works mainly on speaking engagements, digital content creation for the ESM website, social media, internal communications, and publications.

Key Accountabilities

Supporting the work of speechwriters and ESM blog managers;

Preparing content for the ESM website;

Supporting media monitoring activities and preparing press clippings for ESM speakers participating in conferences, events and public engagements;

Supporting social media activities by helping prepare content for social media posts and campaigns;

Supporting the drafting of articles for the ESM’s intranet platform;

Supporting the planning, organisation and communication of ESM events;

Following trends and developments in the public debate on economic policy in the euro area.

Key Background & Experience

A candidate (or recent graduate within one year of graduation) for a Master’s degree in an area related to the ESM’s work (economics, political science, public policy, finance and/or communications/journalism);

Strong interest in European affairs and economics;

Practical knowledge and understanding of graphic design and/or video making, social media tools, and familiarity with photo editing is an asset;

Strong command of Microsoft 365 tools;

Excellent oral and written English skills, including strong drafting ability.

Key Competencies

Eagerness to learn;

Problem solving;

Teamwork and collaboration;

Innovative and critical thinking.

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