Head of Communication

Why join the FMO?

At the FMO, we offer more than just a job - we offer a stimulating and diverse international workplace with a trust-based culture. Our team of more than 60 employees coming from the EEA region, bring a rich blend of experiences and knowledge to our daily operations. We work closely with the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Donor States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway), the 15 Beneficiary States and various international partners. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and respectful environment where you can advance your career and contribute to a meaningful European cohesion.

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If you`re ready to take on a rewarding challenge and be part of a dedicated team working towards
improving economic and social progress and strengthening cooperation and partnerships in Europe,
we encourage you to apply. For more details about our work and the opportunities we offer, please
visit our website at www.eeagrants.org.

Division: Financial Mechanism Office

Location: Brussels

Category/Level: Grade A5

Type/Duration of Appointment: Fixed-term three years (renewable once if in the interest of the FMO)

Start date: 1 st quarter 2026

Scope:

We are looking for a hands-on, experienced Head of Communication to take a pivotal role in leading
FMO’s communications service.

The Head of Communication leads a small team of communication professionals dedicated to
promoting the opportunities created through the Grants and how we work with our partners for a
green, democratic and resilient Europe.

As Head of Communication, you will have a central role in shaping and delivering the FMO’s communication strategy in close collaboration with the Donor States. That includes ensuring the creativity and quality of the EEA and Norway Grants’ website, FMO’s social media work, online campaigns, publications and events. You will lead the efforts to mainstream communication across all areas of FMO’s work. Your responsibilities include overseeing and supporting communication activities in the Beneficiary States. You will foster collaboration with a wide range of partners and support efforts to increase the visibility of the Grants in the Donor States, among EU institutions and international organisations. This role requires a strategic approach and hands-on leadership to ensure high-quality, timely and creative communication.

The Head of Communication reports to the Managing Director of the FMO and is part of FMO’s management team.

Tasks

• Set priorities for the FMO’s communication work in alignment with overall goals;
• Ensure that communication becomes mainstreamed across all areas of FMO’s work;
• Lead and manage the team of communication professionals to deliver high-quality and
  timely outputs;
• Motivate the team members, foster strong team spirit, and coach and support them to
  enhance their skills and performance;
• Enable and facilitate communication collaboration with all partners, including the Donor
  States, Beneficiary States, international organisations and EU institutions;
• Provide training for and oversee communication activities organised by partners in th
  Beneficiary States;
• Develop, execute and maintain communication strategies and plans;
• Seize opportunities to give visibility to the Grants;
• Assess and advise on communication risks;
• Oversee the development of information material and give presentations about the Grants;
• Lead procurement of external services and manage relations with providers;
• Contribute to other activities of the FMO within your field of competence as required.

The position involves occasional travel.

Qualifications:
A Master’s-level university degree in a relevant field.

Required experience:

• Minimum of 9 years of relevant professional experience;
• Experience in leading teams and mentoring others to deliver to high standard;
• Proven experience in developing and implementing communication strategies;
• Proven experience in overseeing multi-channel campaigns and coordinating with external
  agencies

Skills:

• Excellent leadership and managerial skills;
• Excellent understanding of the strategic role of communication and information;
• Excellent drafting, editing and presentation skills;
• Excellent understanding of digital communication and relevant tools;
• Good understanding of the Donor States’ relevant policies and communication strategies;
• In-depth knowledge of Brussels communication landscape and the EU institutional
  environment;
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and media relations;
• Strong analytical and organisational abilities, including project management;
• Ability to multitask and work to tight deadlines;
• Proactive and cooperative approach, strong team player;
• Resilient and self-reliant;
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.

Language:
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (the working language of the FMO).
Excellent oral and written communication skills in one of the Donor State languages (German, Icelandic, Norwegian).

Employment terms

Grade: A5
Annual starting salary: EUR 130,620

Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the grade. The Director of the FMO reserves the right
to appoint a candidate at a level different from that advertised.

The FMO is an employer dedicated to the principles of diversity and equality. We are committed to
promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, with a healthy work-life balance.

We offer interesting and challenging positions in a dynamic and diverse environment and the
opportunity to work in a team of highly qualified people. Salaries and related payments are exempt
from taxation by the EFTA Member States, and as regulated in headquarters agreements, in the
EFTA host states. Depending on the candidate’s family status, benefits and allowances may apply.