Position: Program Assistant/Officer, Communications

Schedule: Full-time

Locations: Washington DC

The Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA) is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Program Assistant/Officer, Communications, Digital & Marketing, to support the organization’s communications and public engagement efforts. This role helps shape CEPA’s external voice and raise visibility through social media, digital content, and multimedia projects.

The successful candidate takes the initiative and is a collaborative communicator with a sharp eye for detail and design. The candidate brings creative ideas to amplify CEPA’s voice, possesses strong organizational and project management skills, and is comfortable juggling multiple tasks, including across digital platforms.

The Program Assistant/Officer, Communications, Digital & Marketing, reports to the Director, Communications & Information Systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage daily operations of CEPA’s social media platforms and develop content aligned with strategic goals;
Work with the Director, Communications & Information Systems to refine and implement social media strategy;
Create visual content for publications, events, and digital channels;
Manage the design, coordination, and distribution of CEPA’s newsletters;
Coordinate with external design, video vendors, and content creators;
Serve as point of contact for podcast and video content, including planning, production, and promotion;
Support development and dissemination of shortform video content;
Maintain brand consistency across all social media platforms and communications.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred;
12 years or more of relevant experience;
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail;
Ability to edit and to write quickly and clearly;
Positive, flexible, getitdone attitude;
Ability to multitask in a fastpaced environment;
Ability to work independently and within a team across the organization;
Attention to detail and problemsolving skills;
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a timesensitive environment;
Have an understanding of and a commitment to, CEPA’s mission to transatlantic values and principles;
Ability to handle sensitive information, meet deadlines, and maintain grace under pressure.

A successful candidate will have:

12 years of experience in a social media and digital marketing, with a focus on missiondriven content creation, including a demonstrated ability to create engaging writing, graphic, and video content;
Experience in the Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Premiere Pro, Canva, email marketing tools (Mail Chimp, Klaiveyo, Salesforce Pardot, or similar), Microsoft Office Suite, and social media management tools (Buffer, Hootsuite, Sprout Social, or similar);
Demonstrated experience in video or podcast production;
Candidates with experience in any of the following, Adobe Illustrator, CapCut, data visualization tools (Datawrapper, Flourish, Mapbox, or similar), Project Management software (Asana, Notion, or similar), social media advertising, or related tools, will be strongly considered.

CEPA offers exceptional benefits that include:

Competitive pay;
Generous employersubsidized health insurance;
401(k) Retirement Plan;
Generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave and holidays.

About CEPA:

CEPA is a 501(c)(3) non-partisan organization, and its mission is to ensure a strong and democratic transatlantic alliance for future generations. Headquartered in Washington, DC and led by a new generation of leaders from both sides of the Atlantic, CEPA brings an innovative approach to the policy arena. Our cutting-edge analysis and timely debates galvanize communities of influence while investing in the next generation of leaders to understand and address present and future challenges to transatlantic values and principles.

Equal Opportunity:

CEPA is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including, but not limited to, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, leave of absence, benefits, and internships. CEPA makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business necessity.

To be considered for the position, candidates must have the legal authorization to work in the United States.

About Center for European Policy Analysis

The Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, public policy institution headquartered in Washington, DC with hubs in London and Brussels, focused on strengthening the transatlantic alliance through cutting-edge research, analysis, and programs. CEPA provides innovative insight on trends affecting democracy, security, and defense to government officials and agencies; helps transatlantic businesses navigate changing strategic landscapes; and builds networks of future leaders versed in Atlanticism.