One of the world's most international universities, a unique founding mission positions Central European University as both an acclaimed center for the study of economic, historical, social and political challenges, and a source of support for building open and democratic societies that respect human rights and human dignity. CEU is accredited in the United States and Austria, and offers English-language bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs in the social sciences, the humanities, law, environmental sciences, management and public policy. CEU enrolls more than 1,400 students from over 100 countries, with faculty from over 50 countries. In 2019, CEU relocated from Hungary to Austria as the Hungarian government revoked its ability to issue US-accredited d... 1 Communications Assistant (f/m/d) Department: Department of PhilosophyFull-time/Part-time: Part-timeLocation: Vienna, AT, 1100Central European University's Department of Philosophy welcomes applications for a fixed term (part-time, 18 hours per week) Communications Assistant. The role will support communications and public engagement across two entities: the Department itself, and its externally funded research project, Knowledge in Crisis (KiC). The Communications Assistant will be hired on a one-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding. The preferred start date for this position is 1 September 2025. Duties and Responsibilities (Knowledge in Crisis - 80%) * Maintain KiC's content calendar (currently Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky) and content pool. * Create and edit engaging photo and video content optimized for KiC's social media channels. * Distill complex ideas into compelling copy tailored for KiC's target audiences (English and German). * Support the Director of Management & Transfer with planning and executing marketing campaigns (primarily social and print media). * Liaise with external contractors in the creative sector. Duties and Responsibilities (Department of Philosophy - 20%) * Work with the Department Coordinator to develop departmental contributions to student recruitment and the implementation of engagement strategies. * Maintain the Department's content calendar (Currently Facebook, plans on expanding to Instagram and Bluesky) and content pool. * Support the Department Coordinator with community management Occasional travel throughout Vienna may be required when KiC has public events. Paid travel to Graz and Salzburg may be required 1-2 times per year. The Communications Assistant will be expected to work during business hours, with occasional evenings as needed (for events). Qualifications Required: * Business proficiency in English and German * Familiarity with content scheduling & analytics tools * Understanding of how to create content for target audiences while using brand voice * Experience with photography and videography equipment * Ability to create visually engaging content Preferred * Experience working in social media or content creation * Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Express) * Interest in the ever-changing social media landscape * Experience with paid social * Academic background in philosophy What We Offer The monthly gross salary for this 18-hour/week position is EUR 1.375. The role is offered on a one-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding. The preferred start date for this position is 1 September 2025. To view our benefits at CEU, please visit our career page here: https://careers.ceu.edu/content/Employee-Benefits/ How to Apply Kindly submit a cover letter (1 page max) and CV, as well as the contact details of 2 references. Requisition ID: 845 Apply now: https://ams.at/su/9xx5w Das Mindestentgelt für die Stelle als Communications Assistant (f/m/d) beträgt 3.055,55 EUR brutto pro Monat auf Basis Vollzeitbeschäftigung. Bereitschaft zur Überzahlung.