We are looking for a full-time Editorial Assistant to join our team in Brussels.
About the Green European Journal
The Green European Journal is Europe’s political ecology magazine. Its editorial project is guided by the principles of an open, sustainable, social and feminist Europe. In print and online, it publishes articles which track political currents and ideas offering fresh perspectives and analysis. Its print editions come out twice a year, while articles and interviews are published online every week. Editorially independent, it has published in over 28 languages since its foundation in 2012 and collaborates with partners across Europe to connect new audiences and open up spaces for debate. Based at the Green European Foundation, the spirit of the magazine is that of a broad conversation about political ecology and what it means for our society, today and for the years to come. See www.greeneuropeanjournal.eu .
The Green European Foundation (GEF) is a European level political foundation funded by the European Parliament. GEF cooperates in full autonomy with European Green actors such as the European Green Party and the Green Group in the European Parliament in pursuit of its mission to encourage European citizens to participate in European political discussions. As a forum for cooperation at the European level, GEF works closely with its national member foundations and aims to strengthen the Green political movement and green ideas in Europe. See www.gef.eu .
About the role
The Editorial Assistant supports the Editor-in-Chief in the production of the Green European Journal (both its online and print editions). The Editorial Assistant plays a key role in implementing editorial processes and securing the journal’s publishing flow. They work to ensure the quality of the journal’s publishing and communications, both in terms of language and content. A special emphasis is placed on editorial excellence and judgement (precise copyediting and proofreading, concise and effective writing, clear feedback and communication with authors, and fresh and timely ideas for commissioning and promoting content).
The Editorial Assistant is supervised by the Editor-in-Chief and works alongside other members of the journal team and in good cooperation with the rest of the Green European Foundation team.
Main responsibilities
- Implementing the weekly online publication of the journal through editing, proofreading, publishing and writing.
- Implementing the editorial process for the print editions through editing, proofreading, publishing and writing.
- Drafting newsletter editorials and reading lists.
- Liaising with authors and translators, conducting interviews.
- Contributing to the editorial planning of the magazine through ideas, contributions and research.
- Supporting the organisation and administration of GEJ-related activities and events.
- Supporting and collaborating with the Communications and Outreach Manager in promoting and distributing the magazine.
- Supporting the development of strategic objectives for publishing and the journal’s annual work plan with content assessment and advice.
- Occasionally representing the Journal externally in meetings and events.
Required experience, knowledge and skills
- Native English speaker. Any additional language is an asset.
- At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in journalism, publishing and/or in a relevant position within a political journal or magazine.
- Excellent editing and writing skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, suited for an intercultural environment.
- Experience in tailoring written content for diverse digital platforms and formats, including audio/video is an asset.
- Good knowledge of the current European politics, debates and history.
- Knowledge of the Green movement’s history, ideas and values, and current developments.
- Taste for networking, exploring and building partnerships with different actors across Europe.
- Able to work in a team with a developed sense of responsibility and independence.
- Adherence to GEF’s mission and team values (solidarity, respect, openness, sustainability, autonomy and transparency).
- Proactive attitude and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel, availability for occasional work outside regular office hours.
What we offer
- Competitive salary, starting at 3023,56 euros, based on GEF’s salary scale.
- A permanent contract.
- Food vouchers amounting to 7 EUR/worked day.
- Full reimbursement of public transport in Belgium.
- Paid mobile phone subscription.
- 2 EUR/day home office allowance.
- 250 EUR/year eco-vouchers.
- 2 extra holidays on top of the Belgian legal framework, plus the period between 24 December – 2 January.
- Flexible working time and hybrid office.
- An open, positive and engaging working atmosphere in an international environment.
GEF is an equal opportunity employer
- We are committed to non-discrimination, diversity and inclusion.
- All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration regardless of gender, race, religious beliefs, nationality, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability and minority status.
- Non-EU candidates are welcome to apply.
Practical information
- Candidates are requested to submit their motivation letter and a CV (max. 1-2 pages each), both comprised in a single pdf document, in this application form.
- Deadline for applications: 14/03/2024, 23h59 CE.
- Interviews will be organised on a rolling basis.
- For questions on the role, please contact: giovanna.lamarca@gef.eu.