The ICA opens a new Junior Communications Officer position

The International Cooperative Alliance is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Junior Communications Officer, focusing primarily on communications for the ICA-EU Partnership #coops4dev🌍, ‘People-Centred Businesses for Sustainable, Democratic, and Inclusive Development' programme. 

The Junior Communications Officer will be responsible for a range of tasks, including:

• Content Creation:
  • Drafting, editing, and scheduling content for various communication channels, including the coops4dev website, social media platforms (e.g., Bluesky, LinkedIn, etc.), and newsletters.
  • Developing news articles, success stories, press releases, case studies, and blog posts that highlight the initiative’s achievements and impact.
  • Assisting in the creation of visual content (e.g., infographics, short videos) in coordination with relevant team members or external providers.
• Digital Communication & Management:
  • Maintaining and updating the coops4dev website and any other digital platform developed within the ICA-EU Partnership
  • Tracking and analysing website and social media performance using analytics tools, reporting on key metrics, and suggesting improvements.
• Event Support:
  • Providing communication support for coops4dev events, webinars, and conferences (both online and in-person), including preparing promotional materials and post-event summaries.
• Branding & Visibility Compliance:
  • Ensuring all communication materials comply with the branding and visibility guidelines of both the ICA and the European Union (as a co-funder).
• Other Support:
  • Facilitating the ICA gender equality committee (10%)
  • Perform any other communication task connected to the implementation of the coops4dev initiative. 

The required Qualifications & Skills are:

• Education: A university degree (Bachelor’s degree or higher) in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations, European Studies, or a related field.
• Experience: minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience, ideally in a communications role for an NGO, international organization, or EU-funded program. Recent graduates with strong internship experience in a similar field are also encouraged to apply.
• Language:Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Working knowledge of Spanish  is a strong asset.
• Digital Proficiency:
  • Proven experience managing professional social media accounts.
  • Experience with website editing.
  • Basic graphic design skills (e.g., using Canva or similar tools)
• Knowledge: An understanding of the cooperative movement, sustainable development, and the role of the European Union in international cooperation is desirable.
• Soft Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational abilities, the capacity to work both independently and as part of a multicultural team. 

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the cppperative movement and EU-funded work to recruitment@ica.coop by 26 October 2025.   

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