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EJR-Quartz at world’s largest Earth observation event

Sarah Leach | 8 June 2022

ESA’s Living Planet Symposium (LPS), held every three years, is the largest Earth observation conference in the world. Last week, the event drew record-breaking numbers of remote sensing experts and data users from around the world to convene in the German city of Bonn, to share their latest findings on how Earth observation satellites help mitigate the adverse effects of climate change. EJR-Quartz editors for ESA were present in full strength, contributing to the large ESA team who made the live symposium possible. The ESA Web TV production team made sure the main sessions of LPS were live-streamed and recorded as many interviews with key players as possible. The team shot about ten interviews in two days – the highlight being chatting to an astronaut!

EJR-Quartz video producer Gaelle Legroux interviews Luca Parmitano live at LPS22.

With over 240 scientific sessions and over 1370 oral presentations, as well as over 80 agora sessions in the dramatic exhibition hall centred around an enormous replica of Earth, EJR-Quartz social media editors were working at full speed all week to keep the community connected to the pulse of LPS.

With the overarching theme of, “Taking the pulse of our planet from space” the event highlighted how the systematic use of Earth observation data can realise many benefits as we work to combat the climate crisis. EJR-Quartz editors published a wealth of stories on topics emerging from LPS, such as what satellites can reveal about climate tipping points, the ambitions of ESA’s FutureEO programme and the quantum revolution in the way measurements are made from space.

On ESA’s technical portals, Sentinel Online and Earth Online, our editors published news stories on the Copernicus Sentinel satellites and the latest updates from ESA’s many families of Earth observation satellites. A highlight was when Declan Perry and Susan Kelly hosted two drop-in sessions to introduce ESA’s Sentiboard, the new online forum that fosters collaboration among Sentinel data users, enabling quick and easy sharing of updates on Earth observation science and applications.

European Astronaut Centre Editor

Sarah Leach | 14 April 2022

**Applications Closed**

EJR-Quartz has an immediate opening for a mother-tongue English writer/editor able to present scientific and technical topics in a style accessible for general public. The position is full-time for EJR-Quartz under contract to the European Space Agency, based on site at ESA’s European Astronaut Centre in Cologne.

The Communications team at ESA’s European Astronaut Centre (EAC) promotes Human and Robotic Exploration of space using a range of platforms, ranging from digital, social and traditional media to events. It also coordinates all public outreach activities regarding ESA astronauts and their missions. The EAC Communication Team in Cologne, Germany, requires writing, editing and digital communications services.

Tasks

Reporting to the EAC Communication Officer’ within the News and Content Office, the editor will write, edit and publish articles and other text specific to EAC activities in mother-tongue English for the ESA online channels. This may include script-writing and editorial support for video clips, animations and images/graphics for social media. Tasks include:

Write and edit content in English on topics relevant to EAC
Ensure that all content published is in English and compliant with ESA editorial guidelines and agreed approval processes
Ensure content publishing on the ESA online channels
Supporting social media campaigns and channels, on EAC and astronaut activities
Provide community management support for EAC and astronauts as required, liaising with other ESA social media team members
Support the EAC communications officer in executing communications plans and campaigns, and provide input to communications plans as required
Liaise closely with the HRE communications team as well as the digital publishing team to ensure coherence and maximum visibility of the activities

The successful candidate will have:

Mother-tongue English
An Honours degree in science, engineering or communications/journalism
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in writing and editing
Demonstrable experience in presenting scientific and technical subjects in a style accessible for general public
Hands-on experience of planning and running social media/digital campaigns
Familiarity with space topics an advantage
Experience in scripting and producing video
Knowledge of German or Italian would be an asset

Contractual matters

The successful candidate will be employed directly by EJR-Quartz under contract to ESA. This is a six-month contract, with possibility of renewal. The optimal start date is mid-May.

Closing date Applications Editor: 7 May 2022

Learn more about our company and meet the team at: www.ejr-quartz.com

If you think this is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

EJR-Quartz is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Exhibitions and outreach support for ESA

Sarah Leach | 2 March 2022

**Applications closed**

Are you a skilled events organiser with a passion for space? We are looking for a dynamic and resourceful communications specialist with a strong background in exhibitions and outreach activities to join our team in Italy. This exciting role involves working with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop and deliver engaging exhibitions and events in Italy and internationally.

We’re looking for someone with…

Demonstrable experience working in exhibitions and event management
Bachelor’s degree in communication, event management or a related subject
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Italian
Superlative organisational and administrative skills
The capacity to engage and work effectively with people at all levels of an organisation and with the general public
Flexibility and a capacity to adapt to changing circumstances
Ability to work calmly under pressure

We also value…

A proactive and positive approach with a can-do attitude
A solution-oriented mindset and readiness to take initiative
The ability to operate in a friendly, client-focused, professional and discreet manner at all times
Experience working in an international environment with government organisations
Familiarity and interest in the space programme
French and German would be an advantage

Your tasks will include:

Supporting the preparation and implementation of communications plans, campaigns and events including through local outreach activities and corporate strategic events
Working with the ESA Exhibition Coordination Officer to ensure seamless logistical support for events and exhibitions, including at international events such as ILA, Le Bourget and IAC
Providing logistics support for corporate events organisers including procurement, liaison with suppliers and coordination with local ESA teams involved in outreach activities
Supporting the ESA Outreach Officer with the organisation of outreach activities for ESA-ESRIN, the European centre for Earth Observation in Frascati, Italy
Facilitating visits to ESRIN for the general public and schools, including overseeing the management of visit requests, liaising with security personnel, organising staff lectures and distributing information materials
Working with the ESA Print and Merchandising Office on materials for ESRIN events and visits

Contractual matters

This is a full-time position based at ESRIN in Italy, as part of our EJR-Quartz service team for ESA. The contract is with EJR-Quartz and would be for one year initially, with the option of renewal. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in Italy.

Closing date: 14 March 2022

If you think this job is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

Our company

EJR-Quartz is an international company specialised in science communication, particularly related to space. Our multinational team of digital content specialists is spread across five European countries, serving a number of clients, mainly in the aerospace sector.

Like every good company, EJR-Quartz is all about people. We are very proud of our employees and the fact that we have such a diverse team of highly dedicated staff. As an equal opportunity employer our team brings together a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills and we firmly believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Office administrator/Project controller

Sarah Leach | 2 March 2022

***Applications closed***

Are you an experienced office administrator and project controller looking for a dynamic, diverse and international work environment? Then keep reading!

At EJR-Quartz, we’re writers, graphic designers, content managers and social media experts united by our passion for science communication. And we’re on the hunt for a first-class office administrator/project controller to join our team.

We’re looking for someone who will play a pivotal role in our administration, helping out with everything from processing timesheets and monthly reports to facilitating invoicing and reporting to our clients. You will also be responsible for tracking small, short-term projects from start to finish and liaising with clients.

In return, we offer a flexible position in our head office in Leiden, the Netherlands, in an exciting, multicultural environment where you’ll be encouraged to expand your skills and abilities. You’ll have enough autonomy to make the position your own but don’t worry, we’ll make sure you have all the know-how and support you need to be successful.

We’re looking for someone with…

Demonstrable experience working in a similar role
Minimum HBO degree
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Dutch
Strong MS Office/IT skills
Superlative organisational and administrative skills
Excellent time management and prioritisation skills required to support a busy team at different levels of seniority
Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to multitask

We also value…

A proactive and positive approach with a can-do attitude
A solution-oriented mindset and readiness to take initiative
The ability to operate in a friendly, client focused, professional and discreet manner at all times
The capacity to engage and work effectively with people at all levels within an organisation, under pressure when required
Attention to detail, always striving for high quality and continuous improvements
Experience working in an international environment with government organisations

Your tasks will include…

Project control, including writing short proposals based on MS Excel calculations; following up on progress and checking deliverables; liaising with subcontractors, clients and our finance administrator throughout the process
Proactive organisation of business trips for staff, liaising with local contacts, booking flights and hotels and processing expense claims
Staff and client relations
Oversight of administrative procedures
Processing of monthly reports – from receipt by staff to delivery to client
Management of databases and filing systems
Other tasks as directed by EJR-Quartz management

Contractual matters

This position can be fulfilled by a part-time contract, with a minimum of 30 hours per week. These hours should be spread out over the five days of the working week, with at least three days a week on site at our office in Leiden, the Netherlands.

Closing date: 15 March 2022

If you think this job is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

Our company

Like every good company, EJR-Quartz is all about people. We are very proud of our employees and the fact that we have such a diverse team of highly dedicated staff. And of course we are an equal opportunity employer. Our team brings together a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills and we firmly believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Social media and digital content specialists, EJR-Quartz for ESA

Sarah Leach | 2 December 2021

**Applications closed**

Do you have excellent social media skills and a passion for digital storytelling about science? We’d like to hear from you! We have a number of new social media positions, in the Netherlands, Italy or working remotely, on projects for the European Space Agency. We’re looking for experienced social media and digital content specialists with an interest in aerospace topics.

EJR-Quartz is seeking highly motivated candidates to implement social media strategy across the social media channels of the European Space Agency (ESA), finding new and creative ways to meet Agency-wide communications needs using current and emerging social/digital platforms.

The successful candidates will have:

2+ years of hands-on experience overseeing social media and creating digital content for an organisation with a significant public presence, preferably in the aerospace or environment field;
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, digital media communications or related field and/or scientific or technical subject
Strong communication and editing skills (mother-tongue English standard) with a flair for science storytelling
Understanding of what it takes to execute social media strategy within the wider framework of a corporate communications strategy
2+ years of experience working with social media management tools, running successful campaigns and assessing metrics/analytics
1+ year’s experience using video, audio, and other multimedia elements on social media
Experience and expertise with photo and video editing tools, such as Adobe PhotoShop, Final Cut, or Adobe Premiere, as well as social-only tools for GIFs, etc.
Deep familiarity with major social media platforms and content management platformsAbility to work under pressure and with tight deadlines, as part of a social media team

We have a number of opportunities, both full- and part-time, with the possibility to combine. Click on the respective vacancy for further details.

Social media specialist for ESA Earth observation, based on site at ESA ESRIN in Frascati, half-time position
Social media specialist for ESA Earth observation (Aeolus and Cryosat), working remotely, half-time position
Social media specialist and digital content creator for ESA Space Transportation, based on site at ESA ESTEC in the Netherlands, half-time position
Social media specialist and digital content creator to support ESA’s main social media channels, working at our offices in Leiden, the Netherlands

Contractual matters

The successful candidates will be employed directly by EJR-Quartz and must have the right to work in the Netherlands or Italy. This will normally be a one-year contract, with possibility of renewal.

Closing date: 10 December 2021

Learn more about our company and meet the team at: www.ejr-quartz.com

If you think this is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

Editor for Business Transformation, EJR-Quartz for ESA

Sarah Leach | 2 December 2021

**Applications closed**

Do you have excellent writing and communications skills and an interest in effecting change at ESA? EJR-Quartz has an immediate opening for a fluent English editor with strong communication skills. This is a full-time position within the EJR-Quartz service team for the European Space Agency, with the possibility to work remotely.

ESA’s Business Transformation Office aims at deploying Change Management best practices within the organisation to achieve stakeholder engagement on key transformation projects.

We’re looking for an experienced writer/editor to support the Business Transformation team in defining and communicating their key messages, able to work both independently and as part of a team.

The successful candidate will have:

Mother-tongue standard of English and ability to write and edit independently
A degree in communications/journalism or a scientific or technical subject
Minimum of 2 years’ professional experience in writing and editing
Great communication and networking skills to bring stakeholders onboard
Tact and discretion to liaise with senior executives
Ability to create inspiring content to influence stakeholders
Demonstrable skills in preparing inspiring presentation material
Capacity to work with tight deadlines, both independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of European space programmes an advantage

Tasks

According to priorities set by the Business Transformation Officer, tasks include to:

Create and maintain a consolidated view of the transformation project’s communication plans
Create inspiring content to support change strategy and stakeholder engagement (Executive leadership, middle management, employee groups), including engaging presentations and interactive material
Create appropriate and targeted digital communication material with the view to engage executive leadership
Ensure editorial quality in mother-tongue English for Business Transformation material
Support change events such as awareness sessions, change workshops, focus groups with appropriate material and consolidate feedback from stakeholders
Ensure compliance of all communication material to ESA house style , editorial and approval guidelines
Provide advice on best practice for communication strategies to adequately engage key stakeholders

Contractual matters

The successful candidate will be employed directly by EJR-Quartz BV, as part of our communications service team for ESA. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the Netherlands. This is a full-time position, with a one-year contract, for the period 10 January to end December 2022.

Closing date: 10 December 2021

Find out more about our company and meet our multinational team at: www.ejr-quartz.com

If you think this job is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

EJR-Quartz is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

B2B editor, EJR-Quartz for ESA

Sarah Leach | 2 December 2021

**Applications closed**

Do you have excellent writing skills and a flair for B2B marketing in a technical environment? EJR-Quartz has an immediate opening for a fluent English editor familiar with aerospace and strong interest in B2B activities. This is a maternity-leave replacement position within the EJR-Quartz service team for the European Space Agency, based on site at ESA/ESTEC in Noordwijk, The Netherlands

We’re looking for an experienced writer/editor to create and maintain inspiring content for ESA’s Technical Directorate and plan creative B2B campaigns, supporting the implementation of the B2B aspects of the TEC communication plan. We seek an individual who shares our passion for creative problem solving and who is able to work collaboratively with various teams in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have:

Mother-tongue standard of English and able to write and edit independently
A degree in communications/journalism or a scientific or technical subject
Minimum of 4 years’ professional experience in writing and editing, with a flair for marketing, preferably in the aerospace/engineering field
Great communication and networking skills
Demonstrable knowledge of communications and social media strategy
Familiarity with online publishing and social media tools
Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines, both independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of another European language is an asset
Knowledge of European space programmes an advantage

The fine print

ESA’s Technology Directorate (TEC) requires editorial, publishing and marketing support for its Business-to-Business activities (maternity leave replacement). Under the authority of the Head of the Infrastructure Management Section, within the ESA Technical Directorate (TEC) Management Support Office, the editor works closely with the ESA Communication Programme Officer for TEC, as well as other TEC editors and the wider Communications Department.

Tasks

According to priorities set by the TEC Communication Programme Officer, tasks include to:

Research, write, and edit content on B2B matters for all online channels for ESA’s Technical Directorate
Actively curate the relevant ESA B2B webpages, and manage related social media campaigns
Support the definition of the Directorate’s B2B marketing strategy and implement it in the most impactful way, aligned with corporate communication strategy
Liaise closely with the wider ESA communications team, in particular the TEC senior editor, to ensure a coordinated approach and the highest visibility for B2B campaigns
Work with a network with B2B stakeholders and other ESA key people in order to stay abreast of B2B opportunities and latest technology and engineering activities at ESA

Validate all technical information with the relevant ESA managers, and ensure that all material is compliant with ESA editorial and CVI guidelines before publication.

Contractual matters

The successful candidate will be employed directly by EJR-Quartz BV, as part of our communications service team for ESA. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in The Netherlands and be able to work on site* at the ESTEC campus. This is a six-month contract, for the period 3 January to 30 June 2022.

*ESA COVID-19 provisions on access to ESTEC permitting

Closing date: 17 December 2021

Find out more about our company and meet our multinational team at: www.ejr-quartz.com

If you think this job is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

EJR-Quartz is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Breathing life into Hera, ESA’s asteroid detective

Sarah Leach | 2 December 2021

Our Science Office has used creative visual and storytelling techniques to introduce the world to ESA’s Hera spacecraft and her mission to asteroid Didymos.

Hera’s mission is to complete a close-up survey of the asteroid and its ‘moonlet’ Dimorphos, following-up on the results of NASA’s DART mission. The two missions together aim to increase our knowledge of asteroids and ways to protect the Earth from them. DART will collide with Dimorphos to attempt to alter its orbit around Didymos and Hera will arrive two years later as a ‘crime scene investigator’ to observe the asteroids in general and DART’s effects upon them.

Our role in the project has been to support communications, including the creation of the ‘Incredible Adventures of the Hera Mission’ series of videos. Through close collaboration with the scientific and communications teams, for the mission we scripted and produced videos that give the spacecraft a personality to help connect people to the mission. The videos incorporate humour and an engaging style in order to appeal to a wide audience of children and adults.

Watch Episode 2 below, which explores the history of asteroid research, from the 18th century Cosmic Police to today’s Hera spacecraft. Episode 1, which introduces Hera and her mission overall to the world, is available to watch on the ESA website.

The Incredible Adventures of the Hera mission – Episode 2
© ESA – European Space Agency

Social media and digital content specialist

Sarah Leach | 2 December 2021

**Applications closed**

Do you have excellent social media skills and a passion for digital storytelling about science? We’d like to hear from you! We’re looking for an experienced social media and digital content specialist with an interest in aerospace topics to help us implement social media strategy across the social media channels of the European Space Agency (ESA) and other aerospace clients.

The social media specialist will be supporting our Digital Content Manager in creating digital content for ESA and our other clients.

This individual should be a creative thinker with strong digital content creation skills. Organisational skills, professionalism, good judgment and discretion, and the ability to multi-task and work as part of a team are critical to the success of this role.

The successful candidate will have:

2+ years of hands-on experience in curating social media and creating digital content for an organisation with a significant public presence, preferably in the aerospace or environment field;
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, digital media communications or related field and/or scientific or technical subject
A flair for science storytelling and excellent editing skills (mother-tongue English standard)
Understanding of what it takes to execute social media strategy within the wider framework of a corporate communications strategy and brand
2+ years of experience working with social media management tools, running successful campaigns and assessing metrics/analytics
1+ years of experience using video, audio and other multimedia elements on social media platforms
Experience and expertise with photo and video editing tools, such as Adobe PhotoShop, Final Cut, or Adobe Premiere, as well as social-only tools for GIFs, etc.
Deep familiarity with major social media platforms and content management platforms
Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines, as part of a social media team

The fine print

The social media specialist will be supporting our Digital Content Lead in implementing ESA’s social media strategy, in particular in creating digital content. Tasks include:

Supporting the creation of digital content for a variety of platforms (including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube), in line with ESA’s strategic communications requirements
Helping to manage posting and monitoring of social media feeds, engaging with communities
Monitoring channels for space- and ESA-related news, trends and people
Monitoring and reporting on metrics and analytics for measuring engagement and making recommendations for continued improvement
Working closely with content creators, video producers and graphic designers to support campaigns and create original content
Ensuring that all digital content is aligned with ESA branding, as well as consistent and appropriate tone/voice
Ensuring optimal use of content management system and social media management tools
Staying on top of best practices and evolving digital platforms to inform strategies and growth
Supporting content creation for other EJR-Quartz clients as required

Contractual matters

The successful candidate will be employed directly by EJR-Quartz BV and must have the right to work in the Netherlands. This is a one-year contract, with possibility of renewal.

Closing date: 17 December 2021

Learn more about our company and meet the team at: www.ejr-quartz.com

If you think this is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

Or reach out to us on LinkedIn or social media and let’s talk!

EJR-Quartz is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

ESA Earth observation social media and digital content specialist

Sarah Leach | 2 December 2021

**Applications closed**

Do you have excellent social media skills and a passion for digital storytelling about science? We’d like to hear from you! We’re looking for an experienced social media and digital content specialist for ESA’s Earth observation channels, as part of our EJR-Quartz communications team for the European Space Agency (ESA). This post is on site at ESA/ESRIN in Frascati, Italy (part-time).

The successful candidate will have:

2+ years of hands-on experience overseeing social media and creating digital content for an organisation with a significant public presence, preferably in an environment field;
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, digital media communications or environment-related field
Strong communication and editing skills (mother-tongue English standard) with a flair for science storytelling
Understanding of what it takes to implement a social media strategy within the wider framework of a corporate communications strategy
2+ years of experience working with social media management tools, running successful campaigns and assessing metrics/analytics
1+ years of experience using video, audio and other multimedia elements on social media
Experience and expertise with photo and video editing tools, such as Adobe PhotoShop, Final Cut, or Adobe Premiere, as well as social-only tools for GIFs, etc.
Deep familiarity with the major social media platforms and content management platforms
Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines, as part of a social media team

The fine print

The social media specialist will support the implementation and execution of the social media strategy for ESA’s Earth Observation Programmes activities. Working with the EO Social Media Strategist, the social media specialist is asked to:

Implement the ESA EO social media strategy
Run EO social media channels based on EO content
Source, write and edit content daily to support the digital strategy
Investigate ways for EO to partner, engage, reach out to and with various platforms
Work as part of the EO communications team, under the responsibility of the EO Communications Officer
Liaise closely with the ESA-wide social media team to achieve the highest visibility for EO activities on the ‘corporate’ channels
Support the Social Media Strategist in collaborating with appropriate external entities/partners/agencies
Search for opportunities to tell Earth observation stories
Report on EO social media in line with best practice in order to show return rate on a weekly/event basis
Stay abreast of social media developments/new channels and make recommendations on their use for Earth Observation
Propose and support targeted EO social media campaigns
Engage with the EO social media community and influencers

Contractual matters

The successful candidate will be employed directly by EJR-Quartz srl, within our communications service team for ESA, and must have the right to live and work in Italy. This is a half-time position, with an option to combine with a related post. It will normally be a one-year contract, with possibility of renewal.

EJR-Quartz is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Closing date: 9 December 2021

Start date: end January 2022. Find out more about our company and meet our multinational team at: www.ejr-quartz.com

If you think this is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

Or reach out to us on LinkedIn or social media and let’s talk!

Social media specialist for ESA’s Aeolus mission

Sarah Leach | 2 December 2021

**Applications closed**

Do you have excellent social media skills and a passion for digital storytelling about science? We’d like to hear from you! We’re looking for an experienced social media and digital content specialist for ESA’s Aeolus mission, Earth observation channels, as part of our EJR-Quartz communications team for the European Space Agency (ESA).

This is a part-time role, that can be carried out remotely, with availability for meetings at ESA/ESRIN in Frascati, Italy.

The successful candidate will have:

2+ years of hands-on experience overseeing social media and creating digital content for a science or technical entity, preferably in an environment field;
Bachelor’s degree in science journalism, digital media communications or environment-related field
Strong communication and editing skills (mother-tongue English standard) and flair for science storytelling
Sufficient background in science to interact with scientists and extract story lines from academic material
Understanding of what it takes to implement a social media strategy within the wider framework of a corporate communications strategy
1+ year of experience working with social media management tools, running successful campaigns and assessing metrics/analytics
1+ year of experience using video, audio and other multimedia elements on social media
Experience and expertise with photo and video editing tools, such as Adobe PhotoShop, Final Cut, or Adobe Premiere, as well as social-only tools for GIFs, etc.
Deep familiarity with the major social media platforms and content management platforms
Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines, as part of a social media team

The fine print

The social media specialist will support the implementation and execution of the social media strategy for ESA’s Aeolus and Cryosat missions, within the Earth Observation Programme. Reporting to the Aeolus Mission Manager, the social media specialist is asked to:

Shape and execute the ESA Aeolus and Cryosat social media strategy
Curate the Aeolus and Cryosat social media channels, engaging with the science community
Source, write and edit content daily to support the digital strategy, including multimedia material
Interact with the mission teams to source content and stories, attending briefings if appropriate
Write and edit blog posts, articles and other material such as newsletters or presentations
Liaise closely with the wider the EO communications team, to ensure coherent messaging and achieve the widest visibility
Propose and support targeted campaigns
Attend and support key milestone events such as the Aeolus Three-Year conference
Provide statistical reports and recommendations to fine-tune the social media strategy
Stay abreast of social media developments and make recommendations for best practice

Contractual matters

EJR-Quartz is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Closing date: 17 December 2021

Start date: end January 2022. Find out more about our company and meet our multinational team at: www.ejr-quartz.com

If you think this is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

Or reach out to us on LinkedIn or social media and let’s talk!

Social media specialist for Space Transportation Systems

Sarah Leach | 2 December 2021

**Applications closed**

Do you have excellent social media skills and a passion for digital storytelling? We’d like to hear from you! We’re looking for an experienced social media and digital content specialist for ESA’s Space Transportation channels, as part of our EJR-Quartz communications team for the European Space Agency (ESA).

This post is on site at ESA/ESTEC in RIN in Noordwijk, the Netherlands (part-time), as part of our EJR-Quartz communications team for ESA.

The successful candidate will have:

2+ years of hands-on experience overseeing social media and creating digital content for an organisation with a significant public presence, preferably in an aerospace field;
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, digital media communications or an aerospace subject
Strong communication and editing skills (mother-tongue English standard) with a flair for science storytelling
Understanding of what it takes to implement a social media strategy within the wider framework of a corporate communications strategy
2+ years of experience working with social media management tools, running successful campaigns and assessing metrics/analytics
1+ year of experience using video, audio and other multimedia elements on social media
Experience and expertise with photo and video editing tools, such as Adobe PhotoShop, Final Cut, or Adobe Premiere, as well as social-only tools for GIFs, etc.
Deep familiarity with the major social media platforms and content management platforms
Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines, as part of a social media team

The fine print

The social media specialist will support the implementation and execution of the social media strategy for ESA’s Space Transportation, including:

Helping to shape and implement the ESA STS social media strategy
Run STS social media channels based on STS content
Source, write and edit content daily to support the digital strategy
Investigate ways for STS to collaborate with external entities/agencies/partners
Work as part of the STS communications team, under the responsibility of the STS Communications Officer and liaising closely with the senior editor
Liaise closely with the ESA-wide social media team to achieve the highest visibility for STS activities on the ‘corporate’ channels
Report on STS social media in line with best practice in order to show return rate on a weekly/event basis
Stay abreast of social media developments/new channels and make recommendations on their use
Propose and support targeted STS social media campaigns
Engage with the STS social media community and influencers

Contractual matters

The successful candidate will be employed directly by EJR-Quartz BV, within our communications service team for ESA, and must have the right to live and work in the Netherlands. This is a half-time position, with an option to combine with a related post. It will normally be a one-year contract, with possibility of renewal.

EJR-Quartz is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Closing date: 9 December 2021

Start date: end January 2022. Find out more about our company and meet our multinational team at: www.ejr-quartz.com

If you think this is for you, tell us why you’d like to join our team. Please send your cover letter, CV and references to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com

Or reach out to us on LinkedIn or social media and let’s talk!