Cambre Associates is looking for a talented communications trainee with a passion for storytelling, a creative strategic mind and an understanding of the power of social and digital media to drive business growth. 

The successful applicant is a driven digital native who will join our communications teams, supporting clients across sectors, including on social media management and monitoring, content creation, design, and corporate video-making. 

This is a paid opportunity for a six-month traineeship. 

Deadline application: 12 December 2021 (11.59 PM CET).

Start date: ASAP .

Responsibilities

· Help implement digital and integrated communications plans across different practice areas, including chemicals and healthcare; 

· Support creative PR campaigns in line with client’s objectives; 

· Set up, maintain and enhance social and digital channels – including preparing editorial calendars, community management, digital organic and paid campaigns; 

· Draft quality materials including newsletters, speaking points and toolkits; 

· Support media relations efforts – maintain relationships with trade press, organise media field trips and draft relevant content; 

· Conduct research and media monitoring to support effective communications and business development, including the management and monitoring and reporting tools; 

· Support in the organisation of events and marketing activities. 

Qualifications & experiences

· A university degree in communication, public relations, or journalism 

· Excellent digital skills and robust knowledge of social networks 

· Some relevant previous professional communications experience, preferably in a consultancy 

· Excellent command of spoken and written English 

· Understanding of the European public relations and digital landscape 

· Excellent computer skills and a basic understanding of photo and digital editing tools (e.g. Final Cut Pro, Adobe Suite, Canva.com) 

· Preferably some design, filming and video editing skills 

· Good organisational and project management skills 

· Ability to work autonomously and with flexibility 

· Strong sense of client service 

We offer

· An attractive compensation package in line with the Belgian traineeship guidelines; 

· A highly stimulating international work environment; 

· An opportunity to develop and grow, at an individual, performance-based pace. 

Start date

As soon as possible 

Apply

Applicants should have a valid EU working permit. 

Please send your CV and a short cover letter to digital@cambre-associates.com by 12 December 2021, with the subject line: Digital Communications Trainee – Your Name. 

Due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.