Brussels (Belgium) | 13 March 2024
ACEM is seeking a Junior Communications Officer specialised in Social Media and Events Coordination to join our young and small team in Brussels. Our future colleague will work to achieve the following goals:
- Raise the digital profile of the organisation;
- Gain visibility towards EU institutions, relevant stakeholders and citizens;
- Position L-category vehicles as a key element for mobility in cities and rural areas.
About ACEM
The European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM) is a dynamic organisation representing manufacturers of mopeds, motorcycles, tricycles and quadricycles (L-category vehicles) in Europe. We are committed to promote a more efficient mobility, cleaner environment and safer driving through the use of our vehicles.
ACEM members include 17 manufacturing companies and 19 national industry associations in 14 different European countries. ACEM works closely with the EU institutions, as well as with a wide range of stakeholders, in different policy-areas. These include type-approval of L-category vehicles, environmental legislation, road safety and transport policies and international trade.
Main responsibilities
Social media
- Develop and execute social media plans and digital communication campaigns aligned with ACEM objectives included in our VISION2030+.
- Create engaging content for our current social media platforms (Twitter, LinkedIn) and future channels (Instagram).
- Manage all social media channels, including developing editorial content (videos, visuals, stories, statistics and educational), scheduling posts, responding to comments and messages, and maintaining a consistent voice.
- Preparation of articles and briefings deepening into specific items in mobility (safety, urban, environment, climate, tourism, etc).
- Collaborate with brands and national associations to integrate social media strategies into overall communication initiatives.
- Maximize impact of social media through SEOs strategies, networking with media and sectoral influencers, geotargeting posts and messages.
- Measure and report on the performance of previous actions by using relevant metrics and analytics to identity profiles, topics and lessons learnt.
Event management
- Plan, organize, and coordinate events, conferences and workshops, including venue selection, budget management, negotiations with providers, and logistics coordination.
- Develop event concepts, themes, and agendas reflecting ACEM’s goals and target audience.
- Oversee all aspects of event execution, including participant registration, catering, audiovisual setup, and on-site coordination.
- Measure impact of event and participant experience, report lessons learnt, and opportunities for improvement.
Based in the Brussels office, the function will report directly to the EU Affairs and Communications Manager.
Desired Profile
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (i.e. English) with ability to develop stories, articles and other content with a keen eye for detail and creativity.
- Knowledge of other European languages is a plus.
- Proven experience in social media management and event coordination, preferably in a similar role or sector.
- Proficiency in using social media management tools and analytics platforms.
- Hands-on experience with website management (WordPress).
- Ability to work within a small and multicultural team, based in Brussels.
- Multitasking, problem-solving skills and willingness for new challenges.
- Knowledge of SEO, and digital advertising is desirable.
- Experience in graphic design, video and other multimedia content creation and editing, is a plus.
Experience
- Degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field.
- 0-2 years’ experience in digital communication teams, event management or similar position.
Benefits
- Possibility to develop a career in a sector driven by dynamism, innovation and passion.
- Working hand-in-hand with leading brands part of your daily life.
- Young team and constructive environment willing to support your learning process.
- Possibility to partially work from home.
