Project Officer (Local Agent Group I) - Cooperation Section

About the role

The EU Delegation to Jordan in Amman is recruiting a Project Officer (Local Agent Group I) for its Cooperation Section, under a fixed-term contract of 2 years, with possible renewal depending on budget and operational needs. The team has 24 people and occasional atypical hours. The post supports the Head of Cooperation in communication, visibility and public diplomacy for EU cooperation in Jordan.

Key responsibilities

• Support the EU project cycle (programming, implementation, monitoring and evaluation) and supervise monitoring, evaluation and communication missions
• Help prepare calls for proposals and procurement procedures and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Design and run the delegation's communication and visibility strategy, including events, campaigns and digital content
• Write and edit articles, speeches and press material, and support senior management with briefing materials
• Manage digital communication, social media content and the delegation's website
• Report to headquarters and manage documentation in the EC's corporate information systems (Ares and OPSYS)

Required profile

• University degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations, Political Science or a related field
• At least 5 years of professional experience in communication, visibility, public diplomacy, project management and social media, including 3 years in digital communication and content development
• Experience in event management, international development cooperation programmes and donor-funded projects
• Excellent spoken and written English and Arabic, right to reside and work in Jordan, and good medical fitness

Required skills

• Digital communication, digital storytelling, content development and social media management
• Knowledge of EU external action and communication policies
• IT tools for graphic and video editing and social media management

What we offer

• Base salary starting from 2,919 JOD, depending on experience
• Benefits package including personal leave, public holidays, health insurance and a retirement savings plan

Applications close on 21 October 2026; they consist of a cover letter, a signed declaration on good standing and a CV, sent by email before 16:00 Amman time.