Issued 15th October 2006   Campaigns Officer

FEMA is the Brussels-based Non-Governmental Organisation representing motorcyclists' interests within the European Union institutions and the United Nations agencies.

We are looking for a dynamic individual (m/f) to join the FEMA Secretariat. The full-time job will be located in Brussels (starting date 1st March 2007) and will involve a 6 months trial period.


MAIN TASKS

• Working with EU institutions on developments in EC legislation and policy impacting motorcyclists and motorcycling.
• Monitoring and analysis of regulatory and policy developments, advising member national organisations on their implications, supporting campaigns of the national member organisations in relation to proposed EC policy and legislation.
• Developing and drafting communication material.
• Drafting clear reports on regulatory and policy issues.
• Drafting position papers.
• Managing PR events.

WE OFFER

• An exciting and rewarding full-time job in a federation representing citizens.
• Inspiring co-operation with the delegates of the 22 member associations from 17 different countries.
• Interesting contacts with our European and International partners (motorcyclists, industry, others).
• An informal working environment in a three people Secretariat.
• A remuneration package according to working experience, with fringe benefits.

WE ASK FOR

PROFILE
• Either university degree or relevant working experience at an equivalent level.
• A practising motorcycle rider.
• English on a native speaking level, competence in German and other European languages.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Skills in dealing with the media.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to work in a small team operating in an international environment.
• Willingness to occasionally work abroad and at weekends.

EXPERIENCE
• Knowledge of the EU decision-making procedures.
• Ideally: working for a riders' organisation professionally or as a volunteer.
• Professional experience in the EU institutions and/or lobbying field is an advantage.
• Experience in sourcing of funds is an asset.
• Experience in a Non-Governmental Organisation or in the Transport sector is an asset.

Send CV, picture and application letter before 2nd December 2006 to:

FEMA
Mr Kees Meijer, president
Rue des Champs 62,
B-1040 Brussels
Belgium
E-mail: fema@chello.be

Selected candidates will be interviewed in Brussels on 16th December 2006.


 

FEMA - Federation of European Motorcyclists Associations
Rue des Champs 62, 1040 Brussels, Belgium
Tel: +32 (0)2 736 9047 / Fax: +32 (0)2 736 9401
www.fema.ridersrights.org