***Applications closed***Editorial / Publishing Service for ESA Corporate Social Media
Do you have excellent social media skills and a passion for digital storytelling? Then we’d like to hear from you! We’re hiring an experienced and highly motivated social media and digital content editor with an interest in science and aerospace, to help us implement a social media strategy across the European Space Agency’s social media channels, finding new and creative ways to meet Agency-wide communications needs using current and emerging social/digital platforms.
We’re looking for someone with:
- A Bachelor’s degree in digital media communications or related field and/or scientific or technical subject;
- 2+ years of hands-on experience running high-profile social media accounts, in particular on X, Facebook, BlueSky, Instagram and TikTok, planning and executing campaigns across multiple channels;
- Understanding of what it takes to execute social media strategy within the wider framework of a corporate communications strategy;
- Mother-tongue level standard of written English;
- Affinity with space and science communication;
- A demonstrable flair for social media storytelling on both corporate and scientific topics;
- Up-to-date knowledge of latest social media trends and best practices;
- Experience using photo and video editing tools from the Adobe Creative Suite;
- Familiarity with and interest in the space programme and producing content for younger audiences.
- Able to work independently and as part of a close-knit production team, collaborating with a wide range of internal and external interfaces.
We also value:
- A proactive and positive approach with a can-do attitude;
- A solution-oriented mindset;
- The ability to operate in a friendly, client-focused manner;
- Experience working in an international environment with government organisations;
The fine print:
As part of our Communications Service Provision team for ESA, you’ll be working within ESA’s social media team, supporting social media activities in English on ESA’s main channels.
Reporting to the Head of Digital and Print Products and Channels Office, you’ll be creating and publishing English content on ESA’s existing social media portfolio and potential future channels.
Your tasks will include:
- Creating and publishing engaging social media content in line with ESA’s strategic communications objectives;
- Contributing to ESA’s social media presence with creative ideas and campaigns;
- Working as part of the ESA social media team, providing support across ESA’s social media channels, including, but not limited to, X, Facebook, BlueSky, TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest;
- Interacting and engaging with ESA’s social media followers;
- Identifying video material for repackaging on social media channels;
- Staying on top of best practices and evolving digital platforms to inform strategies and growth.
Does this sound like you? Tell us why you think you’re the right fit for this exciting role. Send your CV and cover letter to: vacancy@ejr-quartz.com or reach out via social media to @ejrquartz. You’ll find us on X, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Contractual matters
You’ll be based on site at ESA’s Technical Centre ESTEC, in the Netherlands, as part of our EJR-Quartz service team for the ESA Communications Department.
The successful candidates will be employed directly by EJR-Quartz and must already hold a valid residence and work permit for the Netherlands. This will normally be a one-year contract, with possibility of renewal.
Start date: 1 October 2025
Closing date: 10 September 2025
Salary range: 3800-4300 EUR/month (depending on experience)
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.
Please note that only applications in English will be considered. During the application process we may perform a check of your social media channels. If you do not agree to such screening, please let us know when you apply. Any data collected during the application process will of course be processed according to EU GDPR. For more information, please check our Data Policy.
(Banner: ESA’s ESTEC facility in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Credit: ESA)