Head of Communication Section (AD8)

The EIT is now organising a call for expressions of interest with a view to establishing a reserve list for Temporary Staff (TA) for the profile of Head of Communication Section. The place of employment will be Budapest, where the EIT seat is located.

The Head of Communication Section will contribute to and manage external communication activities and actions and strengthening the EIT’s communications and promotion efforts to increase the awareness, visibility and understanding of the EIT Community, its results and achievements. 

TASKS 

In particular, the tasks of the Head of Communication Section will include the following: 

• Support the Head of Unit and the Head of Department in the coordination of the work of the section in their area of responsibility;
• Contribute to drawing up, managing, implementing and evaluating the EIT communication and engagement strategies and plans, including dedicated campaigns in priority areas;
• Manage the EIT’s external communications tools and channels and the creation of engaging content for EIT audiences;
• Financial and/or operational management, including coordination and supervision of procurement, grant procedures and expert management processes; implementation of contracts; operational initiation, verification and reporting;
• Develop internal processes for the efficient function of the Section.

The jobholder may be asked to carry out any other tasks as deemed necessary in the interest of the service.

Deadline for applications: 29 January 2026 (12:00 PM Budapest time)