General Information
Type of contract
Fixed-term contract which may be converted into a permanent contract after five years subject to individual performance and organisational needs
Who can apply?
EU nationals
Salary
J (bracket 1 - step 1) full time monthly net salary: €8,938 plus benefits, for further information see
what we offer.
Role specialisation
Leadership
Working time
Full time
Place of work
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Closing date
02.06.2021
Your team
You will be part of the Global Media Relations Division in the Directorate General Communications. Our Directorate has around 200 staff keeping people informed of the ECB’s mission, work and decisions. We provide advice and expertise to all areas of the ECB to help them connect with diverse audiences and communicate complex issues in the best way. We safeguard and enhance the ECB’s reputation and build trust in its actions.
In your role as the Head of Division, you will lead a team of around 30 staff members closely watching what is said and written about the ECB, informing and interacting with journalists, and advising on the content and timing of press releases, press conferences and briefings. As well as drafting key communication points for the ECB’s decision-making bodies, our Division handles media relations for senior decision-makers, including requests for interviews, speeches or other public appearances.
The ECB is an inclusive employer and we strive to reflect the diversity of the population we serve. We encourage you to apply irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or other characteristics.
Your role
As Head of the Global Media Relations Division you will:
- implement and continuously develop the ECB’s global media strategy;
- advise on strategic communication as regards both content and timing;
- work closely with press, news agencies, TV, radio and social media as a trusted interlocutor;
- establish an ECB newsroom, bringing together all forms of media relations, social media communication and internal communication;
- define and manage narratives and messages for all the ECB’s communication channels;
- promote consistent communications across the Eurosystem and European System of Central Banks by contributing to the Eurosystem/ESCB Communications Committee;
- establish and maintain relationships between the ECB and media around the world;
- provide, together with the members of your Division, a spokesperson function for the ECB;
- manage and motivate the staff of the Division and promote their professional development in the interests of the ECB.
The position offers you excellent opportunities to apply your strategic and leadership skills in the field of global media relations. You will be part of a multicultural team that strives for continuous innovation to make a positive impact on the lives of European citizens.
Qualifications, experience and skills
Essential:
- a master’s degree or equivalent in economics, communication, journalism, finance or another relevant field (click here for details on degree equivalences);
- in addition to the above, a minimum of ten years’ experience as a journalist or media relations manager in the private or public sector, in or outside Europe;
- a sound understanding of monetary policy and other central banking issues, including the ECB’s mandate and functions;
- a sound understanding of the European institutional architecture of which the ECB is a key part;
- professional experience with one or several type(s) of media (print, agency, TV, radio);
- at least three years’ experience in leading and managing highly qualified staff from diverse backgrounds;
- a mastery-level (C2) command of English and an intermediate (B1) command of at least one other official language of the EU, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Desired:
- a proven ability to establish an excellent network in the European media landscape.
You engage collaboratively with others. You pursue team goals and can draw on the strengths of a diverse team to get the best results. You support the efforts of team members to develop their abilities and are able to build up high-performing teams. You facilitate change and can articulate strategic priorities and scenarios for your team.
You are motivated to contribute to the ECB’s mission, to serve the citizens of the EU as a member of a public institution and to work with colleagues from all over Europe.
You are highly motivated to guide teams in their daily work and support their professional development.
Application and selection process
For further information on how to join us,
read more.
The recruitment process for this position will be conducted remotely. It may include a pre-recorded video interview in the pre-selection phase and – if you are invited to participate in the subsequent selection phase – a written exercise, a presentation and interviews.
The selection procedure will also include a separate assessment of your leadership competencies.
