Unsere Geschichte.
October 2024
Full-time or part-time
Online
Paid
Im Jahr 2020 brachte die COVID-19-Pandemie die Welt zum Stillstand. Wir hielten Abstand, blieben in der Sicherheit unseres Zuhauses und schützten uns. Nicht jeder hatte dieses Privileg. An den europäischen Grenzen waren Lager wie Moria auf Lesbos überfüllt – über 20.000 Menschen auf der Flucht waren dem Virus ausgesetzt, gefangen unter unmenschlichen Bedingungen, und nur wenige schienen sich darum zu kümmern.
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Wir haben diese Initiative gestartet, weil wir den im Lager „Moria“ Eingeschlossenen eine Botschaft der Solidarität senden wollten, indem wir zunächst selbstgemachte Masken herstellten und sammelten. Menschen aus dem ganzen Kontinent trugen dazu bei, von Schülern in Deutschland über Feuerwehrleute in Barcelona bis hin zu Großmüttern in Italien. Uns wurde jedoch klar, dass unsere Arbeit zwar eine nette Geste war, aber Gesten allein nicht ausreichten. Menschenrechte wurden täglich verletzt und das Versagen unserer Politik war inakzeptabel.
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Deshalb starteten wir 2021 unser erstes Projekt auf Lesbos, um die Gemeinde direkt zu unterstützen. Wir begannen ein Sachspendenverteilung von Kleidung und Hygieneartikeln an Menschen auf der Flucht. Von unserem Frankfurter Hub aus schickten wir über 20 Lastwagen mit humanitärer Hilfe nach Lesbos, Nordfrankreich, auf den Balkan und in die Ukraine.
Daily tasks
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Reviewing and monitoring the communication strategy of Europe Cares, including main outputs and goals;
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Preparation and oversight of the yearly communication plan based on the communication strategy;
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Management of EC social media and editorial calendar;
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Design of SM posts, in collaboration with the Comms team;
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Preparation of texts including press releases, articles, annual reports;
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Support in the preparation of infographics in reports, articles, posters, and other informational materials;
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Preparation of monthly newsletters;
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Development of the EC website;
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Development of communication and advocacy campaigns;
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Preparation of photo and video content in Paréa, in collaboration with the on-site SM volunteer;
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Supporting the fundraising team with grant writing and reporting;
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Supporting the fundraising team with donor relations;
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Collaboration with the Executive Director and fundraising coordinator to achieve EC strategic goals;
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Training, supervising and mentoring the volunteers in the Comms team;
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Participating in bi-weekly central team coordination meetings;
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Leading & participating in weekly comms team meetings.
What we are looking for
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Eligible to work in Greece or in Germany (as a small NGO we are not able to offer assistance for visa applications);
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Able to commit for (at least) 6 months;
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Able to provide a Criminal Record Check;
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(Under-)graduate degree in a relevant field of study;
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Previous experience working in humanitarian organizations;
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1-year minimum experience in managing communication strategies and media platforms;
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Experience in fundraising and grant writing is highly desirable;
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Experience in graphic design is highly desirable;
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English & (desirably) German;
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Excellent organizational & time management skills;
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Ability to work independently and take initiative;
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Eye for detail & striving for professional excellence;
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High degree of integrity and strict compliance to Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy;
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Commitment to the values and mission of Europe Cares.
What you get
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Flexible schedule and location;
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Greek or German contract, depending on where you are based;
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30 days of paid vacation a year;
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(If based on Lesvos) shared rental car;
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Regular training sessions & team building events;
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Support in the further development of professional skill set;
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Wide network of partner organizations and local actors.
How to apply
Please send your CV and motivation letter to application@europecares.org. Please include when you would be available to start. ​Assignments, references and criminal record checks will form part of the hiring process.
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We consider all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strongly encourage qualified people with a refugee background to apply.
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As we review applications on a rolling basis, please submit the application as soon as possible. We retain the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if the right applicant is found.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.