European Solidarity Corps Volunteer Programme - Advocacy and Communication
Global Office (Brussels)

Youth For Understanding is looking for a dedicated European Solidarity Corps volunteer
to join us in the Global Office in Brussels for six (6) months!

The volunteer in this project will have the chance to enhance their advocacy and communication skills, working together with the Communications and Advocacy Specialist in promoting and raising awareness for YFU’s activities and impact.

In addition, they will have the opportunity to learn about long-term Intercultural Youth Exchanges worldwide, by participating in some actions involved in the organisation of such experiences.

Lastly, they will support the communications efforts related to the public affairs of YFU IES and EEE-YFU. This task requires interest in website management, copywriting and storytelling.

This experience will offer the selected volunteer the chance to get an insight into how a Global NGO operates. They will have the opportunity to work with very different departments of the organisation, expanding their knowledge of different fields, according to their professional interests.

Starting date: Preferably, you should be relocating to Brussels and ready to start during the month of January 2025, but this is negotiable. Applications will be processed on a rolling basis, therefore we encourage you to apply as fast as possible.

The deadline for sending your application is 20th of October 2024.

Tasks of the volunteer

Support YFU's internal and external Communication

  • Support with increasing the visibility of the GOs’ activities (social media, newsletters, website, etc.) 
  • Support creating high-quality content for YFU’s website and social media accounts
  • Support in implementing the branding of YFU worldwide
  • Support in producing visual material (here you will have the chance to develop your skills in programs like Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Premier and Photoshop)
  • Collaborating with YFU volunteers globally for media content

Support Advocacy and Fundraising activities


Support the Communication and Marketing work related to YFU's public affairs

  • Support with website and social media management: content creation, copywriting and visual design 
  • Support with representation and engagement with stakeholders and partners 

Preferred skills and knowledge

  • High level of English (important for content creation)
  • Experience with social media management (LinkedIn is a plus)
  • Experience with video editing
  • Previous knowledge of the European Education Area, the Erasmus+ programme, Pupil Mobility Field is a plus
  • Previous knowledge on global and transversal competencies and how they are embedded in European policy is a plus
  • Knowledge of French is an advantage
  • A proactive approach to work

Logistical arrangements

The intern will be expected to work (mostly on-site in the office) on a full-time basis, according to the Belgian law 38h/week.


EEE-YFU will provide a monthly allowance of 920 euro + full medical insurance, which will enable you to secure accommodation and subsistence during your stay in Brussels. We will support you with helpful indications, but it will be your responsibility to secure these during your internship.


Travel to and from Brussels for relocation will be covered by the program. All travels and subsistence during assigned events will be fully covered.


The internship will last for 6 months.

Eligibility criteria

  • Between 18 and 30 years old
  • National of one of the EU countries + Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein

About YFU

YFU advances intercultural understanding, life-long learning, global competencies, mutual respect, and social responsibility through  transformational educational exchanges
 for generations of youth, families, and communities, supported by dedicated volunteers and professional staff.


European Educational Exchanges - Youth for Understanding (EEE-YFU) is an international non-profit organisation under Belgian law (AISBL) and the umbrella organisation of Youth For Understanding (YFU) in Europe. EEE-YFU supports its 28 European Member Organisations to have a strong impact in youth exchanges and intercultural education and be a visible and growing community.


Through Educational Activities, Training & Capacity Building, Advocacy and Partnerships, EEE-YFU empowers its Member Organisations to develop and retain strong networks of impactful youth workers, influences policy relevant for the mission of YFU, positions YFU as an expert and partner in intercultural learning, and develops and implements relevant and innovative responses to the challenges of an evolving society.


YFU’s Global Office, composed of the legal entities EEE-YFU and Youth For Understanding International Educational Services (YFU IES), is the global structure that works to enable the YFU membership worldwide to achieve our mission by providing leadership, critical services and opportunities to grow and thrive as (a) sustainable and quality organization(s).

About our activities

YFU’s core activity focuses on long-term intercultural youth exchanges. We operate in 47 countries around the world. You can find out more by visiting our website!

Application

If you think you’ve got what it takes to support with these tasks and look forward get a comprehensive learning experience in an NGO in Brussels, send us your CV and Motivation letter at volunteers@yfu.world , putting APPLICATION_ESC_ADVOCACY&COMMS in the Subject.