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As the not-for-profit federation of member organisations working in cancer at a European level, the European Cancer Organisation convenes oncology professionals and patients to agree policy, advocate for positive change and speak up for the European cancer community.
The European Cancer Organisation is working with our members, patient groups and other partners on a number of important initiatives, including projects and campaigns linked to the impact of COVID-19 on Cancer and the rights of patients during their cancer journey. We have a small team, based in Brussels, that seeks to build consensus on policy issues, influence European institutions to reduce the burden of cancer and improve/save lives, as well as act as a convenor around our Focused Topic Networks.
We are looking for someone to join our team, initially for a 6 month period, to co-ordinate the next stages of these projects. We are looking for someone with experience of organising campaigns in phases with multiple stakeholders and funding partners in an international context. Ideally, this person would have experience of advocacy work in healthcare and/or working with EU and national institutions, including on securing influence and/or funding. We need someone who is “hands on” and can manage projects with great inter-personal, communication and organisational skills, with experience of working with colleagues across Europe, who can work on their own initiative and is a great team member.
For the right person, we can be flexible on time commitment per week and location (working from home in Europe) and there is definitely potential to secure a permanent position in our team if everything goes well! We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible, ideally this month. If you are interested, please contact Giacomo.Lazzaro@europeancancer.org by 18 January 2021 with your CV and covering letter of 2 pages maximum, including details of your availability, possible start date and salary expectations.
- Level: Intern, Professional immersion internship contract (6 months, paid)
- Duration: March 2021 - August 2021
- Location: European Cancer Organisation office, Rue d’Egmont 13, 1000 Brussels and teleworking during COVID pandemic period
(stable internet and home workspace required) - Department: Communication and Community
- Official work hours: 09:00-17:00 (37.5 hours/week)
Job Objective
The Communications and Community Intern supports the Communication and Community Manager to deliver continuous and outstanding service and products to stakeholders in the cancer community, including Member Societies of the European Cancer Organisation, its Patient Advisory Committee and our partners. He/she is interested in gaining first-hand experience in a dynamic and fast-paced marketing and policy communications environment. The working language at European Cancer Organisation is English.
Main Responsibilities
- Work with the Communications and Community Manager and Policy and Advocacy team to implement the marketing and policy communication plans
- Coordinate the creation and distribution of marketing collateral such as newsletters, e-blasts, website content, advertising, social media content or other communication tools
- Together with the other members of the Communications and Community Team, come up with fresh, innovative ideas for both formats and contents of communication tools
- Responsible for keeping promotional materials updated and maintaining relevant web pages
- Research, identify and follow-up on potential partners for barter exchange of services to promote and enhance exposure of European Cancer Organisation activities
- Event collateral planning and follow-up
- Advertising planning and follow-up
- Work with external suppliers
- Follow-up/report on communication status for specific projects
Description of the Relationships
- Reporting to the Chief Executive and, on a day-to-day basis, the Communication and Community Manager
- Close collaboration with the Policy and Advocacy Team
- Close collaboration with the Operations and Projects Team
Skill Specifications
- University degree in Communication and PR, marketing, political science, social science, journalism or any related disciplines preferred
- Strong analytical and communication skills – fluency in English, with proven writing skills; knowledge of additional languages is desirable
- Must be able to work independently, think critically and have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Be a team player with a strong work ethic, able to follow internal and external workflows with precise deadlines
- Enthusiastic and positive with excellent inter-personal skills, who enjoys supporting colleagues and taking on additional tasks and responsibilities as required
Profile & Experience
- Computer and internet literate
- Additional educational qualifications, experience in policy research, interest in EU affairs and adequate knowledge of one or two more languages are considered assets
Internships are remunerated on a level comparable to the internship programmes offered at European institutions. As we anticipate that our organisation will be growing in the coming years, there may be future employment opportunities for successful candidates who demonstrate their ability and commitment in the role.
Application
Interested applicants must have the right to work in the EU, be already physically based in Belgium, and should forward a detailed CV and a cover letter by email to Agnese.Abolina@europeancancer.org with the subject “Communication and Community Intern”
Application deadline: 24 January 2021
- Level: Intern, Professional immersion internship contract (6 months, paid)
- Duration: March 2021 - August 2021
- Location: European Cancer Organisation office, Rue d’Egmont 13, 1000 Brussels and teleworking during COVID-19 pandemic period (stable internet and home workspace required)
- Department: Operations and Projects
- Official work hours: 09:00-17:00 (37.5 hours/week)
Job Objective
The Operations and Projects Intern supports the CEO and Operations and Projects Manager to deliver continuous and outstanding service and products to stakeholders in the cancer community, including Member Societies of the European Cancer Organisation, its Patient Advisory Committee and our partners. He/she is interested in gaining first-hand experience in a dynamic and fast-paced organisation. The working language at European Cancer Organisation is English.
Main Responsibilities
- Work with the Operations and Projects Manager to plan events, such as the European Cancer Summit and handle logistical aspects
- Handle everyday office management tasks
- Deal with IT-related issues that arise in collaboration with the Operations and Projects Manager
- Maintain and develop relationships with suppliers and follow-up on ongoing issues
- Organise file archives and office supplies and equipment
- Work with the Operations and Project Manager to track budget elements and process payments
- Take notes during meetings focusing on key action points
- Coordinate and manage diaries to organise meetings
- Handle logistics for meetings both virtual and physical
Description of the Relationships
- Report to the CEO with regular direction from the Operations and Projects Manager
- Collaborate with the Policy and Advocacy and Communication and Community teams
Skill Specifications
- University degree and a keen interest in operations and event organisation
- Strong organisational and communication skills - fluency in English and French, with effective and efficient writing skills in both languages
- Must be able to work independently, think critically and have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Be a team player able to follow internal and external workflows with precise deadlines
- Proactively follow-up on pending tasks
Profile & Experience
- Computer and internet proficient with keen interest in continually developing IT-related skills
- Additional educational qualifications, experience in event organisation, IT savvy, and above a doer, who is not afraid to pick up the phone and proactively make things happen are all important aspects of the job
Internships are remunerated on a level comparable to the internship programmes offered at European institutions. As we anticipate that our organisation will be growing in the coming years, there may be future employment opportunities for successful candidates who demonstrate their ability and commitment in the role.
Application
Interested applicants must have the right to work in the EU, be already physically based in Belgium, and should forward a detailed CV and a cover letter by email to Eric.Bienefeld@europeancancer.org with the subject “Operations and Projects Intern”
Application deadline: 31 January 2021
- Level: Intern, Professional immersion internship contract (6 months, paid)
- Duration: March 2021 - August 2021
- Location: European Cancer Organisation office, Rue d’Egmont 13, 1000 Brussels and teleworking during COVID-19 pandemic period (stable internet and home workspace required)
- Department: Policy and Advocacy
- Official work hours: 09:00-17:00 (37.5 hours/week)
Job Objective
The European Cancer Organisation is looking for an ambitious, energetic and enthusiastic Intern to join our Policy and advocacy team in Brussels. The successful candidate will be supporting the team on policy, monitoring and lobbying activity during an exciting period for EU cancer policy in the context of the developing EU Cancer Mission and European Beating Cancer Plan. The working language at European Cancer Organisation is English.
Main Responsibilities
Monitoring
The intern will be responsible for helping the European Cancer Organisation keep track of all relevant political and regulatory developments of impact to the cancer community. Sources of such developments include the European Commission, European Parliament, EU agencies, other primary stakeholder organisations, and international bodies such as WHO and IARC. The intern will need to read, digest, and neatly summarise developments in order that persons within the European Cancer Organisation, and its membership and community, can be rapidly and concisely informed.
Stakeholder management and policy event work
The intern will assist in the continual development of the European Cancer Organisation’s stakeholder databases and in the planning and organising of high impact policy events. This will include provision of support to the Networks of the European Cancer Organisation.
Project management and research activity
During the internship period, the intern will be delegated responsibilities in respect to both delivery of the European Cancer Organisation project milestones as well as bespoke research requests.
Description of the Relationships
- Report to the CEO with regular direction from the EU Affairs Policy Manager
- Close Collaboration with the Communication and Community and Operations and Projects Teams
Skill Specifications
The role requires:
- High degree of proficiency in writing in English, especially for formal audiences (e.g. meeting reports, minutes, briefings)
- Background and understanding of the European Union political landscape
- Background and understanding of EU health policy
- Ability to work independently, think critically and have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to coordinate tasks and work well with other people. All applicants must be team players
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines
- Ability to absorb information and learn quickly
- Interest and passion for improving the quality of cancer care in Europe
Profile & Experience
- Some previous experience in either EU affairs and/or health policy is desirable
- Computer and internet literate
- Educational qualifications and/or prior experience relating to policy and advocacy and adequate knowledge of one or two more languages are considered assets
Internships are remunerated on a level comparable to the internship programmes offered at European institutions. As we anticipate that our organisation will be growing in the coming years, there may be future employment opportunities for successful candidates who demonstrate their ability and commitment in the role.
Application
Interested applicants must have the right to work in the EU, be already physically based in Belgium, and should forward a detailed CV and a cover letter by email to Richard.Price@europeancancer.org with the subject “Policy and Advocacy Intern”
