PAt bICF Next /b, we believe great impact starts with great people. You’ll join a diverse, multidisciplinary team working at the intersection of bstrategy, creativity, and public impact /b, delivering meaningful projects for EU institutions and public‑interest organisations. In a collaborative environment that values curiosity, initiative, and ownership, you’ll help shape policies, narratives, and campaigns that truly matter across Europe. /ppThe Media Planner plays a central role in the design, coordination, and delivery of multi-country, multi-channel media campaigns within the Media Department. This role combines strategic media planning, operational coordination with external media buying agencies, and data-driven performance monitoring to ensure high-quality, consistent, and impactful campaign delivery. /plipDesigns and develops integrated media plans across digital and offline channels, aligned with client objectives, target audiences, and budget frameworks. /p /lilipManages the full lifecycle of media campaigns, including planning, phasing, implementation coordination, optimisation, and reporting. /p /lilipCoordinates closely with external media buying agencies, ensuring clear briefings, accurate delivery of assets, and alignment on timelines and KPIs. /p /lilipOversees complex, multi-country campaigns, ensuring consistency, localisation accuracy, and compliance with EU institutional requirements. /p /lilipStructures and manages large volumes of campaign assets and materials, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to media buying partners. /p /lilipValidates media plans, delivery schedules, and implementation details provided by external partners to ensure quality and accuracy. /p /lilipTracks campaign performance across channels, consolidating data from multiple sources into clear and actionable insights. /p /lilipDevelops and maintains robust reporting frameworks, including dashboards and visualisations for internal and client-facing use. /p /lilipEnsures strong coordination between internal teams (account, creative, strategy) and external stakeholders. /p /lilipMaintains high standards of organisation, documentation, and process management across all projects. /p /lilipContributes to the media sections of proposals and tenders, supporting the development of clear, data-driven methodologies and realistic media plans. /p /lipRequired skills qualifications /plipAn overall experience of minimum 5 years /p /lilipStrong experience in media planning, with a focus on managing complex, multi-channel and multi-country campaigns. /p /lilipProven ability to work with media buying agencies and coordinate implementation at scale. /p /lilipAdvanced numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to manage large datasets and extract meaningful insights. /p /lilipExpertise in data collection, analysis, and visualisation (e.G. Excel, dashboards, reporting tools). /p /lilipHigh level of organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple workflows and deadlines simultaneously. /p /lilipStrong understanding of digital and offline media ecosystems, including social, programmatic, display, video, and traditional channels. /p /lilipExcellent communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly brief, align, and manage multiple stakeholders. /p /lilipAbility to translate complex data and media concepts into clear, actionable recommendations. /p /lilipExperience working in institutional or EU communication environments is an asset. /p /lilipStrong problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt in fast-paced, high-demand environments. /p /lipbRight to Work, Location Sponsorship (Belgium) /b br /We welcome applications from candidates based in any country. This role is in bBelgium /b, and successful candidates must: /plipHave the blegal right to work in Belgium /b, or be eligible for sponsorship on a bcase-by-case basis /b, and /p /lilipBe bphysically located in Belgium by Day 1 /b of employment (or shortly before your start date). /p /lipPlease ensure you can meet the right-to-work and location requirements or would qualify for sponsorship where applicable. /pp#LI-CC1 /p