Communications Officer
1 year (with possibility of renewal)
3-4 years
€3.000,- €3.500 per month (gross)
Amsterdam
A valid work permit to work in the Netherlands is required
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
As soon as possible
About the Foundation
The Access to Medicine Foundation is an independent non-profit organisation, based in Amsterdam, that seeks to transform the global healthcare ecosystem by motivating and mobilising companies to expand access to their essential healthcare products in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The core pillar of our work is analysing how pharmaceutical companies and other essential healthcare companies currently address the affordability and accessibility of their products in these countries, and highlighting gaps, best practices and opportunities. To translate our research into real-world change, we engage with a wide network of global health stakeholders, including pharmaceutical companies, governments, international agencies such as the United Nations and World Health Organization, media, and investors.
Communications at the Foundation
You will be joining our Communications team, reporting to the Head of Communications. Our teamwork style is highly collaborative, yet with clear ownership of different streams and projects. We work closely with colleagues at all levels of the organisation, including the CEO and members of the engagement and research teams. The Communications team plays a central role within the Foundation.Â
Your main tasks and responsibilities
Campaign execution: you will support in the execution of communications campaigns, e.g., to publish and leverage our reports and publications through media campaigns/outreach, social media, etc.Â
Media research: you will be conducting research on media outlets and journalists to identify individuals writing about specific healthcare topics and you will analyse media coverage and trends to inform targeted pitching strategies.Â
Coordinate media relations activities: you will assist in the development and maintenance of media packs, materials and digital assets to support media efforts.Â
Media database: Develop and maintain a comprehensive media database, including contact information, preferences, and areas of interest for journalists, reporters, editors, and media outlets. Also, organise and categorise media contacts based on geographical location, sector, and other relevant criteria to facilitate targeted outreach.Â
Website: support the communications team in updating the current website, tracking and reporting digital analytics. Write and optimise content for the event and media pages on the website and external newsletters.Â
Reporting and analytics: you will generate reports and analytics on media outreach activities to assess effectiveness and identify areas of improvement. You will also monitor media coverage and track relevant news articles, mentions, trends related to our organisation and industry.Â
Event Planning- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand event objectives, requirements and expectations. Develop event timelines, budgets, and resource plans to ensure successful execution of events. Oversee the production and distribution of event materials such as agendas, programmes, name badges, information packs etc.Â
These core streams provide a starting point for this role. There will also be plenty of opportunities for you to take ownership and get the ball rolling on new communications activities and projects generated by our engagement teams and outreach work.Â
Experience and qualifications
Essential: 3-4 years’ experience working in a comparable role, preferably for an organisation in the healthcare industry, that is active in a similar field and that specialises in stakeholder communications (i.e., specific objectives and communication styles to be tailored per audience) Â
Essential: Ability to convert scientific content into simple and compelling insightsÂ
Experience of: MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, Wordpress (or similar)Â
Project management experience would be beneficial.Â
Pro-active and results-driven, with a pragmatic, hands-on mentality Â
Agile and stress-resistant: able to work to multiple deadlines and flag potential roadblocks and/or bottlenecks before they become urgent.Â
Highly proficient in English and preferably in Dutch.
 The position will be based in Amsterdam and a valid work permit to work in the Netherlands is needed, EU applicants welcome.
What we offer you
A dynamic, innovative, working environment with an international team based in our Amsterdam office.
Hybrid options available: 2-3 days per week in our office in Amsterdam, with the option to work from your home in the Netherlands on the remaining days. (This position is not available for remote working in a country outside the Netherlands – there will be no compensation for relocation costs).
The opportunity to help achieve effective and impactful communications streams, with space to be creative and propose new solutions.
Benefits include 25 holidays on an annual basis based on a fulltime employment, mandatory company pension scheme, holiday allowance and reimbursement of public transport to work (if living beyond 10km from the office).
 Get a sense of how our insights are picked up by the media and a look at some of the most recent events we have convened.
 How to apply:
Interested in this exciting opportunity? Please send the following documents to Mrs. Mireille Deen at recruitment@accesstomedicinefoundation.org:
Your cover letter with your motivation on why you would like to join the Access to Medicine Foundation and why you are a good fit for this role;
A brief summary of recent projects, including your contribution to them, that illustrate how you fit the profile.
Your resume, and;
The contact details of two references (e-mail address and/or phone number).
The applications will not be considered unless they are complete with all supporting documentation provided.
Mireille Deen – Le Belle
Human Resources Manager & Executive Assistant
recruitment@accesstomedicinefoundation.org
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