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European Banking Authority (EBA) Communications Assistant Position Summary

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is an independent EU authority established in 2011 under Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010, with subsequent amendments. It plays a key role in improving the functioning of the EU internal market by ensuring high-quality, effective, and consistent regulation and supervision in the banking, payments, and e-money sectors. The EBA collaborates closely with other EU financial regulators such as EIOPA, ESMA, and ESRB as part of the European System of Financial Supervision (ESFS).

Main Responsibilities

The Communications Assistant will be responsible for:

• Managing the EBA’s web activities, including content creation, editing, and updating.
• Supporting the publications cycle for all EBA outputs, both online and printed.
• Leading the production and gatekeeping of publications, managing the publication calendar, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drafting guidelines and defining processes for online and printed communications.
• Managing the budget related to communication activities.
• Contributing to the strategic development of the EBA’s website, intranet, and extranet.
• Enhancing CMS (Content Management System) publishing processes.
• Administering public email boxes and handling related inquiries.
• Providing regular web metrics reporting and analysis.
• Performing other organisational and administrative tasks as needed.

Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a national of an EU Member State, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway.
• Must be entitled to full citizen rights and have fulfilled any military service obligations.
• Must be physically fit for the role.
• Must provide a certificate of no criminal record and undergo a medical examination.

Qualifications

• Must have a university degree in communications or international relations (minimum 3 years).
• Qualifications must be recognized by EU or EEA authorities or equivalent.

Professional Experience

• At least 3 years of full-time professional experience in online communications.
• Experience in maintaining intranet and extranet services.
• Proficiency in HTML, CMSs, Excel, Photoshop, Acrobat, and other internet-related tools.
• Advanced IT skills, particularly in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Language Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of English (both written and spoken).
• Native English speakers must demonstrate second language proficiency.
• Knowledge of other EU official languages is advantageous.

Selection Criteria

• Strong knowledge and experience in online and web communication principles and practices.
• Advanced understanding of web usability and information architecture.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Flexibility and quick learning ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.

Equal Opportunities Policy

The EBA is committed to equal opportunities and ensures non-discrimination in its recruitment procedures.

Selection Procedure

• A selection committee will evaluate applications based on CV, motivation letter, and eligibility criteria grid.
• Shortlisted candidates may be invited for written tests (in English) and interviews (in English).
• Written tests: Total score of 10, with a minimum of 6 points required to pass.
• Interviews: Total score of 10, with a minimum of 6 points required to pass.
• Successful candidates will be ranked by merit, with those scoring 12 or above placed on a reserve list valid until 31 December 2014.

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract type: Fixed-term agent contract for 3 years, with a probation period of 9 months and possible extension.
• Estimated start date: 16 May or 1 June 2014.
• Function group: Group IV.
• Estimated monthly basic salary: €3,145.45.
• Employment benefits include:
  • Exemption from national tax; Community tax at source applies.
  • Correction coefficient: 39.2% for the UK.
  • Allowances: Expatriation, household, child, education, installation, and removal cost reimbursement (based on family situation and origin).
  • Annual leave: 2 days per calendar month, plus 2.5 days of supplementary home leave for those receiving expatriation or foreign residence allowance.
  • Pension scheme: EU Pension Scheme after 10 years of service.
  • Insurance coverage: EU Joint Sickness and Insurance Scheme, accident, occupational disease, unemployment, and invalidity insurance.
  • Travel insurance: Provided for missions.

Application Submission

• Applications must be submitted in English to vacancies@eba.europa.eu by 5 April 2014 at 12:00 noon London time.
• Required documents:
  • Europass format CV.
  • Motivation letter.
  • Eligibility criteria grid.
• Only complete applications will be accepted.
• Supporting documents (e.g., ID, diplomas) should not be sent at this stage.
• Start and end dates of all previous positions, and whether full-time or part-time, must be included in the CV.
• Freelancers or self-employed individuals must provide evidence of professional experience (e.g., trade register entry or tax documents).

Data Protection

• The EBA complies with Regulation (EC) No 45/2001 on data protection, ensuring confidentiality and security of personal data.

Appeal Procedure

• Candidates can appeal decisions under:
  • Article 90(2) of the Staff Regulations for complaints.
  • Article 270 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU for judicial appeals.
  • Article 195(1) of the Treaty establishing the European Community for complaints to the European Ombudsman.
• Appeals must be submitted within 3 months of being notified of the decision.
• The European Union Civil Service Tribunal is the designated body for appeals.
• Appeals to the European Ombudsman must be preceded by administrative approaches to the relevant institution.