European Parliament Liaison Office in Czech Republic (Prague) - Post A: Communication Section

As the voice of citizens, the European Parliament stands for European democracy. The Directorate-General for Communication (DG COMM) amplifies its message of the Parliament to reach every corner of Europe. We help connect Members of Parliament to the people they represent, and we communicate what the Parliament is, what it does, and what it stands for. When Parliament speaks, we make sure it’s heard.

We are committed communication professionals coming from various professional and academic backgrounds.

The Directorate for Liaison Offices is DG COMM's front line in the Member States. The Offices connect to citizens across the European Union, engaging with their concerns, understanding their cultures and speaking their languages, in order to make that vital connection between the European Parliament and the diverse local realities it represents. Offices are playing a crucial role in spreading the knowledge of what the European Parliament is working on and has achieved as well as engaging with multipliers, citizens and various stakeholders.

Daily work in communication section under the supervision of the EPLO Prague public relations officer and community manager will encompass mainly in:

• Working on social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube) and Office website;
• Assisting in preparing and implementing communication projects addressing various target groups, sectors and regions;
• Assisting in communication projects linked to Europa Experience, schools, universities, multipliers, civil societies, etc.;
• Assisting in events organisation;
• Collecting of data, drafting summaries, information research, being in touch with different Office partners;
• Executing translations, proof-reading, adaptations of localized content;
• Creating simple visuals using e.g. Canva;
• Reacting to citizens’ enquiries.

You must have:

• Obtained/will obtain a university degree (level 6 of EQF or higher) at least three months before the starting date of the traineeship;
• Very good knowledge of Czech and English. French is welcome;
• Proficiency with computers and standard Microsoft Office software package and basic graphical tools (e.g. Canva);
• Good communication skills both written and verbal, including social media writing;
• Awareness of the Czech political and media landscape;
• Knowledge of the EU decision-making and the EP in particular would be an asset.

The European Parliament is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome all candidates, regardless of their geographical, racial or ethnic origin, political or religious beliefs, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, civil status, or family situation.