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Science Communication Editor
2020-07-06 14:12:18| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Job Introduction Serco is among the leading Space Industry and Services Companies. We have over 40 years experience in supporting the space sector Since the creation of the European Space Agency ESA, our employees have been providing everyday their technical, scientific and management skills to support the full range of European cornerstone space missions. Serco and Proud Make a difference every day. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Science Communication Editor, based in Noordwijk Netherlands . Main Responsibilities The Science Communication Editor supports ESAs Science Communication Officer in securing an exciting and visible media presence of ESAs Science and Exploration activities. The postholder will focus on the below main responsibilities To contribute to the definition of the content, and to support the editing of the material for the media presence of ESAs Science and Exploration activities To liaise, under the responsibility of the Science Division, with the scientists of the Science and Exploration missions in the production of content To liaise, under the responsibility of the Science Communication Officer, with the graphical and multimedia production team in the production of visual material To coordinate a pool of freelance editors To conceive and conduct social media campaigns To maintain regular contacts with media, including social media To organize media events, including briefing of speakers and followup of requests from media To perform analyses of developing media trends and local impact reporting To setup outreach events in the ESA communication plan To support launch and mission events Successful Candidate The successful Candidate will bring Science PhD or Masters in Science, further qualification in Journalism or Communication would be an asset At least four years of work experience in science, engineering or technological communication within International Media andor Social media A good synthesis ability and a basic understanding and interest for space science Excellent spoken and written English fluency in French and other European languages is desirable Good interaction skills and capacity to work under stressful situations A fair knowledge in the following areas will be considered an additional advantage Web applications, Audiovisual requirements, Graphic design and layout The successful candidate shall possess skills to cover and execute the tasks linked to their function including a highlevel of flexibility, good organisational and communication skills Working under direct supervision of lead staff but autonomy in execution of tasks assigned is mandatory Important Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process. Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. Data Protection When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request.You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time.
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