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Press & Policy Officer - Leipzig/Germany (f/m/d)

extra holidays - extra parental leave - fully flexible

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Work from:

Germany

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Academic background in social sciences or journalism, At least two years of communications experience, Proficiency with content-management and Google Workspace tools, Strong writing and English language skills (C1-C2).

Key responsabilities:

Draft and disseminate newsletters and press releases
Coordinate media coverage and respond to press inquiries
Develop policy responses and advocacy outputs
Maintain and update website content

European Centre for Press and Media Freedom (ECPMF) Civic and Social Organization TPE https://www.ecpmf.eu/

11 - 50 Employees

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Job description

The European Centre for Press and Media Freedom (ECPMF) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting, preserving, and defending media freedom and professional journalism across Europe. Based in Leipzig, Germany, ECPMF operates as a European co-operative.

ECPMF leads the Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) in partnership with six other organisations, a programme financed by the European Commission. We are seeking a Press & Policy Officer to join our communication team and help publicise our work under MFRR and other projects, develop policy responses, and strengthen our advocacy efforts.

Responsibilities

Promote the organisationâs work by drafting and disseminating newsletters, press releases, interviews, and other outreach materials.
Coordinate and expand media coverage of the organisationâs activities, ensuring timely responses to press inquiries.
Develop and draft policy responses and advocacy outputs, including statements, open letters, submissions to international organisations, and mission briefings.
Support the communication needs of other ECPMF, NED, and MFRR activities, including events, missions, and protection initiatives.
Maintain and update content on the organisation's websites.

Your profile

Academic background in social sciences, journalism, PR, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
At least two years of professional experience in a communications role; experience within civil society is an advantage.
Proficiency with content-management systems, mailing lists, databases, Â and Google Workspace tools.
Strong writing skills, including creating copy and proofreading/editing.
Proven English language skills (C1-C2); additional languages (especially German and Russian) are an advantage.
Quick and precise understanding of political issues and a strong commitment to press and media freedom.
Strong interpersonal skills and experience in cultivating relationships with journalists.
Flexibility, creativity, and resilience in daily work.

What you can expect from us

Salary based on the German public collective agreement TVL 12 (gross salary 3780 - 4050 EUR depending on experience).
Contract with a possible option for extension.
30 days of leave per calendar year in addition to public holidays.
Individual training budget.
Possibility to travel as necessary.
A strong and highly motivated team.
Option for remote working.
A mission worth fighting for.

We encourage applications from candidates who can perform the essential functions of this role even if they do not meet all our desired qualifications, particularly those from backgrounds underrepresented in the media freedom field.

Additional infos:
please upload a sample of your workÂ
Language skills

Workplace:
Leipzig

How to Apply:
Please use the application form below.

Deadline:
24 January 2025

The contract duration is limited until 31 October 2025, with an option for extension.

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About us

The European Centre for Press and Media Freedom (ECPMF) is a non-profit organisation that was founded in Leipzig, Germany, 2015. It operates on the basis of Â the European Charter on Freedom of the Press and the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union.
The vision of the Centre is a society where media freedom enables open discourse and everyone can seek, receive and impart information.
ECPMFâs mission is to promote, preserve and defend media freedom. We do this by monitoring violations, providing practical support and engaging diverse stakeholders across Europe.