European Parliament Liaison Office in Czech Republic (Prague) - Post B: Press 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 under the supervision of the EP Press Officer in the Czech Republic related to promotion of the European parliament institutional activities and editorial priority topics towards the Czech media, which can include:

• Assistance with media inquiries, i.e. research, summarization, fact-checking and communication with colleagues in the headquarters;
• Media monitoring using monitoring tools;
• Execution of Reports and briefings on the Czech media landscape;
• Adaptation and possible translation of press releases and other press materials to be used in the Czech context; 
• Assistance with organisation of various local press events, briefings or seminars in Brussels/Strasbourg for journalists;
• Assistance in organisation of events with Members of the European Parliament;
• Contacts with Members of the European Parliament and their staff.

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;
• Good communication skills both written and verbal;
• Knowledge of the EU decision-making and the EP in particular would be an asset;
• Awareness of the Czech political and media landscape.

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.