Job vacancy - Communications officer

CEMR is looking for a Communications Officer (maternity leave cover)

The Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) is looking for a Communications Officer to join its Brussels-based Secretariat for a six-month maternity leave cover from June to December 2026.

About the role

We are seeking a Communication Officer with a strong journalistic background and proven experience in EU-related communication. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating complex policy topics into engaging and accessible stories across multiple formats.

Working within a team of five communication professionals and in close cooperation with the Policy Team and member associations, the Communication Officer will:

Produce high-quality editorial content, including press articles, interviews, newsletters and storytelling pieces
Develop multimedia products such as videos, podcasts and infographics
Contribute to communication campaigns, including pan-European initiatives such as the EU budget campaign and CEMR’s 75th anniversary
Support media relations and event communications
Strengthen CEMR’s digital presence and social media outreach

This position offers a unique opportunity to help amplify the voice of local and regional governments at the European level during a particularly dynamic period for the organisation.

Profile

Candidates should have:

A relevant degree (preferably in journalism or communications)
2–5 years of experience in a similar role
Excellent drafting and storytelling skills
Strong knowledge of the EU political landscape
Experience in digital communication and multimedia content creation
Excellent English (French is a strong asset)

Our offer

CEMR offers a six-month fixed-term contract with a competitive salary package (45,000–60,000 EUR gross per year depending on experience), alongside additional benefits including teleworking policy and allowance, lunch vouchers, eco-vouchers, medical insurance and public transport coverage.