The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University’s faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its “international outlook,” #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.
The Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance offers three Bachelor programmes, four Master programmes of Management and Economics and six Masters of Laws (LL.M.), as well as several continuing education courses. It also includes the Doctoral School in Law and the Doctoral School in Economics and Finance. Around 2,500 students from 90 different nationalities are enrolled at the Faculty. Academic staff from 18 different nationalities teach at the Faculty, supported by practitioners from the field, visiting scholars and guest professors. Rooted in Luxembourg but with a European and international outlook, the Faculty counts three departments:
- Department of Law
- Department of Economics and Management (DEM)
- Department of Finance
Teaching and research benefit from the proximity of the European institutions, Luxembourg’s world-class financial centre ranked second in the world in investment fund asset domicile, and its vibrant business community. Institutional and private sector partnerships, sponsored Chairs, and a growing network of international partner universities make the FDEF a vibrant academic hub within the University at the heart of Europe.
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Your Role…
Draft, conceive, and execute communication activities for the Faculty of Law Economics and Finance, with a special focus on event organisation and partnership communications:
- Manage, coordinate and/or lead events (press conferences, award ceremonies, signature ceremonies, graduation ceremony) at the faculty level:
- Plan and organize events with faculty partners (invitation, registration, catering, on-site support…)
- Be the contact person for participants
- Maintaining communication with all internal and external actors involved
- Act as a Master of ceremony for some events
- Account for progress through reports and ensure regular follow-up and reporting of events
- Manage post-event communications (presence at event and notetaking, social media posting, news writing…)
- Proactively contribute to the development and implementation of new processes
- Ensure a communication support to the departments: review of materials, web publishing support and social media support
- Ensure the communication related to partnerships
- Develop communication regarding scholarships available for prospective and current student
- Develop communication plan related to the faculty chairs
- Proofread reports, presentations, and other documents
- Transversal missions
- Support in writing and review of high-quality content for external and internal dissemination (websites, news outlets, …) and adapted to different target audiences on print and online channels
- Design, maintain and update different webpages using content management systems, including WordPress and Sharepoint
- Possible physical presence at job fairs and Uni-organised events, coordination with other departments when necessary (including Saturday work about 5x / year and occasional travel)
- Contribute to the preparation of the budget as it relates to the role and associated activities
- Maintain communication databases. Conduct regular qualitative and quantitative analysis of communication activities to benchmark and further process improvements.
Qualifications…
- A Master degree with a specialisation in communication;
- Proven experience in event organisation;
- At least 6 years of relevant working experience;
- Proven ability to adapt to new situations, develop and implement creative solutions in a complex, multicultural and multi-stakeholder environment;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships at several levels;
- Excellent administration and organisational skills;
- Master standard Microsoft Office applications and experience in using content management systems to build websites. Experience with Mailchimp or Sendinblue platforms is desired. Knowledge in Indesign is a plus;
- Fluency in English and French. German and/or Luxembourgish will be considered as an asset.
In Short…
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Kirchberg
- Internal Title: Communication officer
- Job Reference: UOL05857
How to apply…
Applications should be submitted online and include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter
We encourage early application. To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply by August, 31st 2023.
Please apply formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered. The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.