Press and Information Officer (m/f/x)

The European Union is looking for a Press and Information Officer (LA Group I) in the Political, Press and Information Section, under a fixed-term employment contract of two years, with the possibility of renewal under reserve of budgetary availability and operational considerations. The probationary period is of 3 months. For internal candidates holding an indefinite-term contract, alternative contractual arrangements may apply in accordance with institutional policies. The team consists of four people and there are occasional atypical working hours.

Under this post, the recruited person will be entrusted with functions depending on the needs of the Delegation, and on the changes of these needs. The successful candidate will serve under the supervision and responsibility of the Head of Political, Press and Information Section providing support, expertise and assistance in social media and digital communication and public relations.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and develop relationships with local and international journalists, media organizations, and government press agencies
• Prepare and disseminate press releases, press reviews, and articles for media and internet publication, as well as interviews and speeches of the Head of Delegation
• Develop and implement public diplomacy strategies to improve the perception of the EU in
• Switzerland and Liechtenstein
• Prepare communication materials such as speeches, briefings, and information for the media
• Monitor local and European media and prepare press reports
• Manage media requests and coordinate responses with the relevant internal stakeholders
• Organize press coverage during official missions and events
• Collaborate with EU HQ services and strategic communications task forces to ensure consistent messaging and alignment of communication strategies
• Lead the Delegation’s digital and social media strategy, managing and producing content on all relevant social media platforms and the Delegation’s website to ensure content is informative, engaging and accurate
• Oversee the creation and implementation of digital communication plans and social media campaigns (including cross-posting, streaming, and event coverage)
• Analyse social media performance and analytics, and provide / implement recommendations to improve digital communication strategies and the Delegation’s online visibility
• Coordinate digital campaigns with external service providers
• Lead the preparation of public diplomacy events, public outreach activities, high-level visits, and site visits for the Ambassador and other EU officials
• Coordinate with cultural, academic, and diplomatic partners to enhance event impact and ensure successful public diplomacy campaigns
• Coordinate local outreach activities and organize cultural and visibility events to promote EU values and activities
• Organize cultural and visibility events to promote EU values and activities

Eligibility

• University degree in a field relevant to the position (political science, communication, international relations, media, journalism, public relations or related field)
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field (media, online publishing, public relations, communication, events or similar). Professional experience must be acquired after the date on which the qualification allowing access to the post was obtained
• Excellent knowledge (C1) of German, French and English
• Right to residence and work in Switzerland (under the reservation of approval by the competent authorities, where applicable)
• Ability to translate complicated policy issues into traditional and social media compatible language
• Ability to develop communication strategies and plans
• Good network within Swiss media
• Very good understanding of local and European cultural interaction
• Good knowledge of the EU Institutions, history and priorities, and of EU-Switzerland relations
• Very good knowledge of digital media and communication techniques
• Very good knowledge of graphic and layout editing and design tools
• Very good knowledge of Web publication tools
• Excellent writing skills and ability to produce concise and clear notes
• Communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing

How to apply

The applicant must apply by sending

• a cover letter, signed
• a Curriculum Vitæ (to include, at the minimum, exact job titles, employers’ names and detailed tasks descriptions) using one of the Europass templates available at: https://europass.europa.eu/en

to the following email address: eeasjobs-078@eeas.europa.eu, and mention in the email’ subject:  Ref: 157570 – Press and Information Officer, no later than 18/09/2026 at 24:00 (CET). Applications can be submitted in English or French.

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