The EU Delegation to Jordan offers the post of Regional Press and Information officer (Local Agent Group I). The Regional Media and Communication team consists of 3 people and there are occasional atypical working hours.

Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Regional Media and Communication Office.

Upon recruitment, the successful candidate will occupy a specific job function as Regional Press and Information Officer (Strategic Communications) – this job function may be changed in accordance with the needs of the Regional Media and Communication Office.

Under this job function, the successful candidate will:

• Analyse the trends and developments in the regional information environment and provide recommendations for improving the understanding of the EU’s values, policies and projects based on fact-based information and proactive communication;
• Coordinate the network of MENA Strategic Communication/Press and Information Officers and liaise with the EEAS’ Stratcom.
• Establish and maintain a network of key information environment experts in the region, who could support the EU Delegation in its monitoring and awareness raising activities;
• Design, implement and coordinate campaigns, outreach events and communication projects on specific issues and priorities, including with a goal to address disinformation targeting the EU and its policy and/or activities in the region;
• Closely cooperate with the EEAS Strategic Communications;
• Perform other tasks as designated by the Delegation/Regional Media and Communication Office/HQ;

S/he will work in a multicultural working environment.  The contract will be concluded for an initial fixed-term period of 2 years. The expected start date will be as soon as possible. The length of the working week shall be 37.5 working hours, from Sunday to Thursday.

The Delegation premises are located in Amman, Princess Basma Street, Northern Abdoun.  

The base salary will depend on relevant and verified employment experience, typically starting from 2,698JOD. There is a competitive benefits package, subject to certain conditions, including personal leave days and public holidays, health insurances and a retirement savings plan.