Functiontitle Community Manager
Organisation Cyber Security Coalition
Activity domain The mission of the Cyber Security Coalition is to bolster Belgium's cyber security resilience by building a strong cyber security ecosystem. We do so by bringing together the skills and expertise of the academic world, the private sector and public authorities on a trust-based platform aimed at fostering information exchange, operational peer-to-peer collaboration, making recommendations for more effective policies and guidelines, and finally carrying out joint awarenessraising campaigns aimed at citizens and organisations.
Job description
Member engagement & relationships
• Be the central point of contact for members—driving interaction, satisfaction, and loyalty through proactive communication and support.
• Translate organisational objectives into engagement strategies that boost retention, participation, and overall community health.
• Lead diversity & inclusion initiatives that broaden representation (including women and underrepresented groups).
Community development & advocacy
• Design and implement programmes that promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and inclusivity.
• Represent the community's voice internally and externally to influence decisions and uphold our values.
Content & communications
• Create clear, compelling content (presentations, briefings, newsletters, annual report, press releases/kits) that amplifies the Coalition's mission.
• Ensure consistent messaging across digital channels, events, newsletters, and media.
• Shape web strategy to increase site traffic and engagement.
• Respond to media inquiries, arrange interviews, and (when needed) act as spokesperson.
Events
• Lead member focused events: plan, manage logistics (venue, speakers, promotion), and deliver high quality experiences.
• Prepare the yearly General Assembly (logistics, invitations, slide deck, voting).
• Track event performance and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
Data-driven improvement
• Monitor engagement metrics, analyse feedback, and provide actionable insights to optimise initiatives and demonstrate impact.
Profile
We're not looking for a "unicorn." If you can confidently take on several of these responsibilities—and you're willing to learn the rest—we'd love to hear from you.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience building and maintaining networks—and a deep respect for volunteers and their contribution.
• A "think-and-do" mindset: you can turn ideas into concrete plans.
• Experience in community management, marketing/PR/journalism, communications, or similar fields.
• Experience with digital platforms (CRM, social, SEO) is a plus.
• Genuine interest in cyber security (no need to be a technician: policy, awareness, comms and programme skills matter).
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, and to manage
multiple projects with different deadlines.
• Solid computer skills (M365, digital marketing tools, community platforms).
• Open to occasional travel in Belgium
Languages Professional proficiency in Dutch and French, and good command of English.
Place of work/ work regime flexible work options (including hybrid and openess to 80% part-time)
Duration of the mission Unlimited duration
Why you'll love working here
• Real impact: A chance to shape the future of cyber security in Belgium and make a difference to society.
• Inclusive culture: Diversity of perspectives is how we innovate.
• Growth & mentorship: Learn on the job, access coaching and peer support, and grow your skills through our community and partners.
• Working culture: A professional and collegial team, where we actively support each other
• Broad community network: reaching expertise of the academic world, the private sector and public authorities
Our commitment to diversity & inclusion
We actively encourage women and underrepresented groups to apply. The Cyber Security Coalition's governance reflects our values—50% of our Board are women, and we are represented on the Board of Women4Cyber Belgium and member of DigitAll. We welcome all backgrounds and non-traditional career paths. If your experience doesn't perfectly match every listed skill, apply anyway: your potential and growth mindset matter. We're happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the hiring process.
Selection procedure send us yourCV and motivation letter before 15th March