Communications Manager CASE

CASE is seeking a COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

The Center for Social and Economic Research (CASE) is an independent, non-profit institute founded on the idea that research-based policy-making is vital for the economic welfare of societies. Established in Warsaw in 1991, CASE today is an internationally renowned think-tank drawing on the talents of prominent economists and driving the creation of a network of partner institutions in transition countries. CASE carries out policy-oriented research and development assistance project, specializing in questions of economic policy, European integration and global economic trends.

CASE is now seeking to hire a communications manager with a background in communications and a strong interest in working in a professional research and analysis environment. The ideal candidate would have to be fluent in both English and Polish with experience in developing and managing websites and possessing a strong familiarity with current European and global economic, political and public policy issues. The ideal candidate will also have the initiative and commitment to develop and push forward the CASE communications strategy by understanding the core institutional mission and projecting this to relevant stakeholders.

Tasks:

• Further develop and implement a communications strategy in support of our research programs
• Increasing the awareness of our activities in Brussels and among European media (press relations, media partnerships & exchanges, email campaigns, increase visibility at major events)
• Organizing and promoting CASE events, including conferences and seminars
• Deepen the relationship with our CASE partners through regular communication and the development of new initiatives
• Responsible for updating and expanding our website (managing subscriptions, organizing mailings, research of new data, supervise quality of database, etc.)

Desired profile:

• At least 1 year experience in a communications position;
• Fluency in English and Polish;
• An interest in and commitment to professional economic research and analysis;
• Knowledge of European media markets;
• Ability to represent CASE professionally to key stakeholders and to serve as the first "point of contact";
• Excellent writing and editing skills, experience in drafting documents such as proposals, reports, project plans and memos;
• Demonstrable organizational skills appropriate for a highly multi-tasked environment;
• Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills, open and communicative;
• Capacity to work in a multinational environment;
• Familiarity with standard Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook), desktop publishing software, use of a camera and video camera, work with audio-visual fi
• Polish citizenship not required. Will arrange work and residency permission;

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter by September 16 with subject title “Communications Manager” to: jobs@case-research.eu. Please also state your salary expectations in the application.

Please note that only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.