- 12 May 2025
- Call for Applications
BIG is hiring a Head of Communications
- Position
- Head of Communications
- Location
- Brussels
- Duration
- Full time
- Application Deadline
- 8 Jun 2025
About us
The Brussels Institute for Geopolitics (BIG) is a dynamic think tank dedicated to fostering strategic insights on European and global affairs. At a time when geopolitics is shaping the future of Europe, our work is more critical than ever. By promoting clarity, sound judgment, agency, plurality and quality, we contribute to key policy discussions that will define the continent’s role in an evolving world.
Joining BIG means being part of an exciting and fast-paced environment, where ideas and expertise influence real-world decision-making.
Your role
For the role of Head of Communications, the Institute is interested in hearing from professionals with a knack for communication, outstanding news and editorial judgement, strong media networks and excellent writing skills.
Your main responsibilities
- Designing and implementing effective communication strategies for the institute’s research activities
- Building and maintaining relations with the media
- Developing tools such as podcasts, social media and events
- Procuring newsworthy and quality content for the website and managing the publishing process for the website
- Preparing communications materials such as press releases and pitching stories to journalists.
- Overseeing the public representation of BIG and acting as its chief spokesperson.
The successful candidate will have
- At least 7 years of professional experience working either in the media or in (political) communications roles
- Strong editorial and communication skills and a proven ability to write and publish in English
- An intimate understanding of the news cycle and of how the media thinks
- A deep interest in geopolitics, current affairs and European politics
- A university degree in a relevant field
- A command of French, German and/or other EU languages will be an asset.
The position is full-time and based in our offices in the European Quarter but with flexibility to work from home or elsewhere on occasion. The remuneration package on offer will be in line with your experience.
Our organization is committed to achieving diversity and gender parity in its staff. If selected, you will work in a highly dynamic, entrepreneurial and intellectually stimulating environment.
If you wish to be considered, please submit your CV and cover letter by 08 June 2025 to contact@big-europe.eu.