About the opportunity
The European Union Delegation to Switzerland and Liechtenstein is seeking a Press and Information Officer (Local Agent Group I) to serve as the mission’s spokesperson and lead its communication and visibility strategy. The successful candidate will manage digital presence, public diplomacy outreach, and media relations, while providing strategic communication advice to the Ambassador. The role involves a mix of press and public relations (85% of time) and policy monitoring and reporting (15% of time).
Salary and benefits
- Base salary typically starting from 10,343 CHF, depending on verified employment experience.
- Competitive benefits package including personal leave days and public holidays.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Health insurance including accident insurance (LAA) and partial refund of LAMaL.
Who can apply?
- University degree in a relevant field (political science, communication, international relations, media, journalism, public relations, or related).
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field (media, online publishing, public relations, communication, events, or similar) acquired after the qualification date.
- Excellent knowledge (C1 level) of German, French, and English.
- Right to residence and work in Switzerland.
Required documents
- Signed cover letter.
- Curriculum Vitæ (CV) using a Europass template, including exact job titles, employers' names, and detailed task descriptions.
When to apply
- Deadline for submitting applications: 18/09/2026 at 24:00 (CET).
- Expected start date: 01/03/2027.
How to apply
- Send a signed cover letter and a Curriculum Vitæ (using a Europass template) to eeasjobs-078@eeas.europa.eu.
- Include "Ref: 157570 – Press and Information Officer" in the email subject line.
- Ensure all application conditions and documents are marked/verified as fulfilled.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Experienced communication or public relations professionals with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
- Multilingual candidates with C1-level proficiency in German, French, and English.
- Individuals seeking a high-level diplomatic role involving strategic advisory and media management.
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must already possess the legal right to reside and work in Switzerland.
- The role requires a specific Europass CV format; failure to follow this may impact your application.
- The position is strictly on-site in Bern, requiring a commitment to local relocation if not already based there.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is ideal for a seasoned communications expert looking to transition into the diplomatic sphere. It offers a unique opportunity to shape the visibility and public diplomacy strategy of the EU in Switzerland and Liechtenstein, providing significant professional growth in high-stakes media relations and policy monitoring.
Our take
This is a strong opportunity for experienced communicators with the required language skills and existing work authorization in Switzerland; it is less suitable for those without the specified professional background or language proficiency.
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