Content Specialist

About the SER

TheSocial and Economic Council (SER)is the primary advisory body to the government and parliament on socio-economic issues. The Council brings together business leaders, employees, and independent members. The secretariat employs approximately 140 full-time equivalents. The organization has an informal atmosphere and fosters close personal interaction. The SER offers ample opportunity for personal responsibility and autonomy in one’s work.

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.

About the role

You will be part of the Communications Department and will work in the Content Management team (13 colleagues). 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 part of an enthusiastic, close-knit, and professional team of communications officers, content specialists, and designers.

What will you be doing?

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

What are your skills?

• You have at least 3 years of work experience as a content specialist or in a similar role.
• You have knowledge of and experience with content management systems.
• You have knowledge of and experience with creating newsletters.
• You have an interest in the latest trends and developments in content marketing and communication.
• You have the ability to make complex topics accessible to the target audience.
• 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. View theother terms and conditions of employment.

The 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 recent work experience as a content specialist or in a similar role. In your answer, please explain the context in which you worked and what your responsibilities were that are relevant to this position (maximum 200 words)
2. Describe your familiarity with the latest trends and developments in content marketing and communication (maximum 200 words)
3. Please describe why you would like to work in this position at the SER. (Maximum 200 words)

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 Thursday, January 25, and the second interviews will take place on Thursday, February 1, 2023. Prior to the second interview, you will complete a creative writing assignment. We aim to complete the hiring process in February.

Objective recruitment and selection

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 interview stage. During the selection process, we ask all candidates the same questions so that we can determine the extent to which you meet the job requirements.

Questions?

Do you have any questions about the position? Please contact Thomas Blom, Acting Team Leader of Content Management, at 06-86818641. Do you have any questions about the application process? Please contact Farah Chtari, Human Resources & Organization Advisor, at 06-45502309.

Will you be our new colleague? If so, please apply as soon as possible, but no later than January 14, 2024, via our website.