We are hiring

Marine Care Association (MCA) is seeking to recruit a full-time Communication and Office Manager Assistant for a six-month to one year internship (Convention d’immersion professionnelle).

We are looking for a motivated and creative individual with an interest in the maritime sector, waste management, sustainability and circular economy, who is eager to gain hands-on experience in communications activities and support activities within a trade association.

The Communication and Office Manager Assistant supports the organisation’s internal and external communication activities and take an essential role for a smooth functioning of the association. The role aims to enhance the visibility of the association, promote its positions and activities, and help maintain effective relationships with members, partners, and take part to the necessary admin work.

The intern will be part of the Marine Care Association Secretariat and will work closely with the Secretary General and MCA members.

Communication

• Assist in the development and implementation of the association’s communication strategy (internal and external).
• Draft and edit content for newsletters, press releases, social media, and website updates.
• Support the design and production of communication materials (presentations, brochures, social media visuals, etc.).
• Contribute to maintaining a consistent brand identity and tone across all communication channels.
• Monitor media coverage and relevant developments in the sector.

Member’s engagement

• Contribute to internal communication with members, including updates on activities, events, and policy developments, and by maintaining the internal member portal.
• Support the coordination of surveys and consultations to gather members’ feedback.
• Assist in preparing meeting materials and minutes.

Office Management

• Help organise and promote events such as conferences, workshops, and webinars.
• Liaise with suppliers and venues when necessary.
• Provide logistical and communication support before, during, and after events.
  • Support the Secretary General with any administrative work necessary for the well functioning of the association

Profile and skills

• University degree in Communications ideally or Public Relations, Political Science, European Affairs, et.). Be carefull: it has to be a first job!
• Excellent command of French & English, both spoken and written.
• Proactive, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge in AI tools & managing social media profiles and content.
• Good knowledge of design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
• Knowledge of website management
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and improve, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Applicant must possess EU work permit.

Our offer

• 6-months to 1-year Belgian Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle (CIP) contract.
• Remuneration in line with EU institutions’ internships.
• Contribution to tel subscription and public transport. Meal vouchers.
• 6 to 12 days of paid holidays.

Please send a motivation letter and your CV (maximum one page each on the same pdf) to sophie.delair@marinecareassociation.com before 1st February midnight with the title “LASTNAME Firstname – Ref. CommsAssistant – 2026”. Interviews will start as soon as possible. Due to the large number of applications, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.