Social Media & Communication Trainee for the Volt delegation in the European Parliament

We are looking for a trainee to translate the complexities of European politics into compelling social media content and build the online profiles of Anna Strolenberg and Reinier van Lanschot. As a Social Media & Communications Trainee, you will be creating video content, building an online community, and managing a whole range of social platforms - as well as launching some new ones. We work across most social media platforms, inclduing Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and we would be looking to launch a brand-new channel on TikTok.

You will work directly with Anna Strolenberg and Reinier van Lanschot and their communication team. You will do what the comms team does - no coffee runs or data entry. We are looking for candidates who can work seamlessly in the team, while taking on challenges and projects of their own. Candidates should be able to write video scripts and captions, shoot and edit videos, and develop their own content ideas. You should be prepared to receive and implement feedback both from the comms team as well as Anna and Reinier directly. Support, guidance, and mentoring will always be available, but we also expect you to be able to work unassisted and start your own initiatives.

We want someone who lives and breathes social media, someone who can juggle numerous roles and responsibilities, and has knowledge of broader European politics. The role would run from March 2025 until July 2025 and potentially beyond. We are (somewhat) flexible on start and end dates.

We want to underline that, above all, please apply even if you are wondering if you fit the profile. We value equity of opportunity and do not expect a trainee to arrive with 10 years of working experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Create content for various social media platforms, which includes, but is not limited to:

    • Explainer videos for various Volt policy positions/decisions

    • Fun meme-style video's with a kernel of Volt truth in them

    • Longer-format LinkedIn posts that go deeper on specific topics

    • Quick reaction posts on X in response to breaking news

    • Creating simple still images as Instagram posts or video covers

  • Take the lead on creating a brand-new TikTok channel for the entire Volt delegation at the European Parliament.

    • Establishing a tone of voice for the channel

    • Staying on top of trends

    • Finding unique ways to translate politics into platform-accurate TikTok content

  • Manage comments and DM's on a range of social platforms.

    • Replying in the tone of voice of both the MEPs

    • Writing honest, factually accurate, and personal replies

    • making sure sensitive topics are handled very carefully

  • Ongoing development of the broader comms/social media strategy of the MEPs.

    • Tracking and recording insights from social media platforms to give us the means of making data-led decisions

  • Come up with ideas to improve our outreach and media presence.

We ask for:

  • A curious and creative mind with the ability to break down complex topics and issues into accessible social content;

  • Sense of intiative to start and carry out own projects;

  • An encyclopedic knowledge of the latest TikTok and Instagram trends;

  • Experience in video and photo editing;

  • Strong and demonstrable English and Dutch writing and speaking skills;

  • Enthusiasm for Europe, the idea of European unity and an ability to work across Europe with different national Volt teams.

We would be happy about:

  • Experience in marketing, public relations, journalism, design, production, and community management;

  • Experience working in a political context, etiher directly with the political entity or through various projects;

  • An understanding of the role of different EU institutions;

  • Any additional language spoken or written is a plus.

What we offer:

  • A space to create, grow, and develop your ideas - if you have a great idea for a piece of content, we will make it!

  • First-hand experience in the work of a Member of the European Parliament

  • A fun, young, and international team

  • A competitive salary

How to apply?

We are excited to read your application! If you are interested, complete this application form before 26.01.2025 23:59.

Interviews and the final decision will be made no later than the end of mid-February 2025, with a start date foreseen for early March 2025.

Unsuccessful candidates will be duly notified.

Questions regarding the vacancy and application procedure can be addressed to Ken Plas via [email protected].