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Communications Officer
Position Summary
Reporting to the Managing Director and the Communication Director, you would support Euroheat & Power’s Communication Department. Your purpose is to help us gain visibility and outreach in the Brussels community and beyond, by actively supporting communication strategies and activities, developing attractive content (written, visual) as well as engaging with the press and on social media.
The focus of your work
  • Support the association’s advocacy strategies by developing and implementing
    communication campaigns and outreach, in coordination with the Communication
    Director.
  • Maintain, update and redesign websites, publications and social media channels with
    information that is accurate and clear.
  • Carry out news and social media monitoring to identify hooks for content
    dissemination and business development opportunities.
  • Follow events and engage via social media with related online conversations.
    Draft and publish content on our different communication channels (websites, social
    media, email - such as member newsletters, digital reports etc).
  • Analyse the performance of communication activities, pro-actively propose
    adjustments or improvements where needed.
  • Draft or revise presentations, press releases, media campaigns or other relevant
    communication material for Policy, Market Intelligence, Projects and Events Teams.
  • Develop and nurture good relations with EU and International media.
  • Contribute to our weekly team meetings with ideas and insights.
  • Any other task required in your work by your Communication Director or Managing Director.
     
Skills
  • You have at least 2 years’ experience in planning and executing communication
    activities and coordinating input of different stakeholders.
  • You are familiar with web and social media best practices.
  • You are a quick learner and have strong organisational and project management skills.
  • You have previous experience and/or decent understanding of Eu energy and climate
    policies.
  • You are a team player, flexible, eager to help and capable of working independently.
  • You have exceptional written and verbal English; other languages are an asset.
  • You are a creative communicator with an innovative mindset.
  • Experience (especially in EU associations or energy related fields) is an asset.
Requirements
  • You have at least 2 years’ experience in planning and executing communication
    activities and coordinating input of different stakeholders.
  • You are familiar with web and social media best practices.
  • You are a quick learner and have strong organisational and project management skills.
  • You have previous experience and/or decent understanding of Eu energy and climate
    policies.
  • You are a team player, flexible, eager to help and capable of working independently.
  • You have exceptional written and verbal English; other languages are an asset.
  • You are a creative communicator with an innovative mindset.
  • Experience (especially in EU associations or energy related fields) is an asset.
How to apply?

We Offer

 

  • A full-time position in a dynamic team that prioritises employee wellbeing and
    professional development.
  • Permanent contract (CDI).
  • Competitive salary package with full benefits (DKV healthcare, lunch/eco vouchers,
    CCT90 bonus scheme).
  • Excellent team spirit in a multicultural environment.
  • A flexible, healthy working environment.
     

Please apply by sending your CV, together with a short cover letter (1 page) de@euroheat.org with subject
line “Communications Officer” until 20 May at the latest. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as
soon as possible. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Start working date as soon as possible.

Communications Director
Position Summary
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be a member of Euroheat & Power’s leadership team. Your main task is to manage, grow and nurture Euroheat & Power’s communication department, with rigor and creativity.
The focus of your work
Strategic communications 
  • Develop and deliver a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with the association’s objectives and annual work programme 
  • Oversee external communications across channels (media, website, newsletters, social media, publications) to ensure consistent messaging  
  • Provide strategic counsel on key messages, reputation management, and issues communications in a fast-moving EU policy environment 
  • Lead media relations, including proactive pitching, press releases, and spokesperson preparation; act as a spokesperson for the association when required 
  • Translate technical and policy content related to district heating and cooling into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences 
  • Strengthen stakeholder engagement through targeted campaigns and coordinated member communication 

 

 

Leadership and management 
  • Work closely with internal teams and members to ensure alignment and consistency across all communications 
  • Manage the communications budget and external suppliers/agency support as needed 
  • Oversee relevant EU-funded projects and communication work packages, where applicable 
  • Ensure that Euroheat & Power’s websites are regularly updated and work with external providers to guarantee appropriate security and maintenance standards 
  • Lead, supervise, and mentor the communication team, fostering a collaborative, creative and high-performance work culture 
  • Monitor and evaluate communications performance (KPIs, analytics, qualitative feedback) and drive continuous improvement 
Skills
  • Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills in English; additional EU languages are an asset 
  • Ability to translate complex technical and policy topics into clear, audience-focused communications 
  • Excellent English (written & spoken), another language is a plus. 
  • Solid IT skills  
Requirements
  • At least 5 years proven experience in a senior communications role, with the ability to lead teams and drive strategic initiatives 
  • Strong track record in media relations and reputation management 
  • Solid understanding of EU policymaking and the Brussels stakeholder ecosystem 
  • Based in Brussels (or willing to relocate) and eligible to work in the EU 

 

 

 

Desired 
  • Experience in the energy sector, with knowledge of district heating and cooling, building decarbonisation, and/or clean heat policy considered a strong asset. 
  • Familiarity with relevant EU policy files (e.g., Fit for 55, REPowerEU) and their implications for heating and cooling markets. 
  • Established network within the EU energy and heating/cooling stakeholder landscape. 

 

 

 

What we offer

  • A full-time position in a dynamic team that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development. 
  • Permanent contract (CDI) 
  • Competitive salary package with full benefits (DKV healthcare, lunch/eco vouchers, CCT90 bonus scheme) 
  • Excellent team spirit in a multicultural environment 
  • A flexible, healthy working environment 
How to apply?

Please apply by sending your CV, together with a short cover letter (1 page) ab@euroheat.org with subject line “Communications Director” by 5 June at the latest. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Start working date – ideally end of May.