Job announcement: Communication Assistant

1. Nature of the contract: permanent employment contract. Probation period – 3 months;
2. Working hours: 40 hours per week, usually from 9.00 to 18.00, Monday to Friday;
3. Start date: negotiable;
4. Workplace: Expert-Grup office.

About Expert-Grup

Expert-Grup is a think tank specialising in research and consultancy on economic and social policies. We position ourselves as a politically and ideologically neutral think tank and we do not represent economic, corporate or political interests. The organisation’s mission is to empower citizens, businesses, the media and public authorities to contribute actively to the country’s sustainable and inclusive development through independent analysis and consultancy, evidence-based policies and community mobilisation. To achieve this mission, Expert-Grup pursues 3 strategic priorities:

1. Conducting independent, evidence-based research, consultancy and analysis in various economic and social fields, with the aim of developing a resilient and inclusive society.

2. Empowering communities, businesses and the media to hold central and local public authorities accountable and to provide quality services and goods, both public and private.

3. Providing support to other civil society organisations, especially at local level.

To ensure the fulfilment of its mission and strategic priorities, the organisation is looking for a Communication Assistant to join its core team.

The main tasks of the Communication Assistant are:

• Develops and organises activities related to Expert-Grup’s institutional communication; 
• Edits the materials produced by Expert-Grup and ensures their printing and their electronic and paper distribution; 
• Monitoring media appearances online and in the print press;
• Keeps the register of Expert-Grup’s correspondence;
• Handles the logistical aspects of organising Expert-Grup events assigned to them (sending invitations, copying sets of materials for participants, preparing the room, checking attendance at the event, taking photographs during the event, etc.); 
• Provides logistical assistance to the Director of the administrative, financial and communication service.

To fill this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Relevant bachelor’s degree;
• Advanced command of Romanian, English and Russian;
• Knowledge, at least at an intermediate level, of communication and promotion techniques, including on social media;
• Graphic skills (Canva, Crello, Adobe Illustrator or other graphic and video editing software) will be an advantage;
• Basic knowledge of economics and public policy will be an advantage;
• Initiative and commitment to the institution’s values;
• Ability to work to a high standard on several tasks at the same time;
• Planning and self-organisation skills, independent prioritisation of tasks and meeting deadlines.

Working conditions:

• The opportunity to be part of a professional team, a dynamic environment and an organisation in continuous development;
• Opportunities for professional development;
• A motivating salary package, which depends on the person’s qualifications and experience, as well as on results;
• A comfortable working environment;

Interested persons are asked to send their CV and a letter of intent containing the contact details of at least two referees, by 12 March 2024, 19.00, to the email address procurari@expert-grup.org .

The candidate will be selected on the basis of an analysis of the CVs and letters of intent submitted, followed by an interview. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.