Communications & Advocacy Trainee

il y a 2 semaines


Brussels, Belgique CropLife International Temps plein

**COMMUNICATIONS AND ADVOCACY TRAINEE**
- (Temporary 6-month assignment, with the possibility to extend)_

This is an exciting learning opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion to work in agriculture and sustainability policy and communications. The Trainee will be working with CropLife International’s department that develops and delivers effective communication materials that promote the role of plant science innovations to support sustainable agriculture. This Brussels-based position is a six-month opportunity with the possibility to extend, will be remunerated and will start as soon as possible.

**BACKGROUND**

CropLife International is the global voice and leading advocate for the plant science industry. We champion the role of agricultural innovations in crop protection and plant biotechnology to address some of the world’s biggest challenges, such as food security, climate change, and biodiversity. The plant science industry generates significant innovations to transform food systems in ways that sustain the planet, promote prosperity, and feed people.

**ROLE**

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Learning about global communications and policy while developing new skills to assist the team to deliver projects and activities.
- Understanding the process for the production of communications strategies, materials and collateral such as backgrounders, social cards, editorial copy, etc.
- Engaging with CropLife staff to help develop impactful presentations for global meetings and events.
- Learning skills in event planning and preparation, including: drafting background documents for meetings, managing meeting minutes and action items, logístical support

**QUALIFICATIONS**

Required skills:

- A university-level education in Communications, Public Affairs, International Relations, Political Science, or other relevant fields
- Interest in agriculture, biodiversity conservation, environmental and food security issues
- Strong writing and storytelling skills
- Efficiency at MS Office, especially PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently or in a group
- Fluent in written and spoken English

Additional skills desired:

- Graphic design, including proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
- Video editing

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- Hands-on experience with top-tier corporate entities and associations
- A dynamic environment within an international team
- A comfortable central Brussels office space with an excellent view
- Structured teleworking, combining home and office-based working

**APPLICATIONS**
- CropLife International is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity._

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