Communications Officer / Content Specialist

The Social and Economic Council (SER) advises the government and parliament on the broad outlines of socio-economic policy. The SER also facilitates agreements and covenants and performs administrative tasks. The Council brings together independent members appointed by the Crown, employers, and employees. Approximately 170 staff members work within the SER’s administrative organization.

SER staff work in a particularly dynamic environment. They operate in close proximity to the political sphere, collaborating with a wide range of civil society organizations that often have divergent interests. Policy analysts work in project teams to address current socioeconomic issues. The organization has an informal atmosphere and fosters a great deal of personal interaction.

We believe that diversity within our organization contributes to the quality and support for our work. We strive to be an organization where everyone can be themselves and is given the opportunity to grow.

A vacancy has opened up in the Communications Department for two

Communications Officers/Content Specialists

About the role

You will be part of the Communications Department and will work in the Content Management team. The department has approximately 25 employees, 13 of whom are on the content team. In this role, you will work closely with the communications advisors and policy officers to develop and implement our recommendations and projects. You will be involved in the use of various communication tools, such as (online) publications, photos, and videos. As a communications officer/content specialist, you have a service-oriented mindset and an eye for quality. You also enjoy staying up to date on new developments in the field of communications. You share all your ideas, experiences, and knowledge with your colleagues. You’ll work in an enthusiastic, close-knit, and professional team of communications officers and content specialists.

What will you be doing?

• You write and edit (web) content.
• You will create content and publish it across our various communication channels, such as (online) publications, photos, and videos.
• You translate complex topics into clear, audience-specific texts.
• You plan and organize meetings, webinars, and training sessions.
• You will manage our social media channels and take the initiative in developing creative concepts.
• Together with your colleagues, you monitor the progress of content projects and coordinate with various relevant parties.
• You will assist the communications advisors and policy officers in developing and implementing content based on the recommendations they have prepared.

What are your skills?

• You have a college-level education and way of thinking.
• You have knowledge of and experience with content management systems and social media.
• You have the ability to make complex topics accessible to the target audience.
• You have an affinity for content marketing and communication and are up to date on the latest trends and developments in these fields.
• Thanks to your organizational skills and flexibility, you can quickly adapt to working with various parties and set priorities.
• You are proactive in coming up with creative ideas and suggesting improvements.

What do we offer?

This is a position for a minimum of 32 hours and a maximum of 38 hours per week, initially for one year, with the possibility of a permanent contract. The salary ranges from a minimum of €3,750 to a maximum of €4,936 gross per month for full-time employment. The SER collective bargaining agreement applies. You can find the other terms and conditions of employment here.

Application Process

Please note! We do not require a resume or cover letter. We ask that you describe your motivation, knowledge, and experience by answering three questions in the application form:

1. Describe your relevant work experience as a communications officer/content specialist (maximum 200 words)
2. Describe your knowledge of and interest in content marketing and communication (up to 200 words)
3. Please explain in no more than 200 words why you would like to work in this position at the SER.

You will receive a response to your application by phone or email no later than one week after the job posting’s closing date. The first interviews will take place on Wednesday, June 21, and Thursday, June 22, 2023, and the second interviews will take place on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. Prior to the second interview, you will complete a creative writing assignment. We aim to complete the hiring process by the end of June.

To ensure that all candidates are evaluated consistently, we use scoring forms. We use these to assess job-specific criteria during the application process and job-specific competencies during the interviews [and writing assignment ]. During the interviews, we ask all candidates the same questions so that we can determine the extent to which they meet the job requirements.

Will you be our new colleague? If so, please apply as soon as possible, but no later than June 4, via our website, https://www.ser.nl/nl/ser/werken-bij-SER/vacatures/communicatiemedewerker.

Questions?

Do you have questions about the position? Please contact Dafna Holtzer, Content Management Team Leader, at 06-86832752. Do you have questions about the application process? Please contact Farah Chtari, Human Resources & Organization Consultant, at 06-45502309.