Senior Communication Officer - European Data Protection Supervisor (AD6, Brussels)

About this position

The summary below is published by European Data Protection Supervisor on the official vacancy notice. Our own analysis — salary realism, comparable openings, career trajectory, language profile — follows further down the page.

Key responsibilities

According to the vacancy notice, the role centres on the following duties:

• Develop and implement communication strategies for the EDPB
• Draft and edit high-quality content for various communication channels
• Manage media relations and coordinate press activities
• Organize and coordinate events, conferences and meetings
• Monitor and analyze media coverage and communication trends
• Coordinate with EU institutions and national data protection authorities
• Manage social media channels and digital communication tools
• Support the EDPB Chair and members in communication activities

Are you eligible?

Check these requirements from the notice before investing time in an application:

• Education: A level of post-secondary education attested by a diploma, or a level of secondary education attested by a diploma giving access to post-secondary education, and appropriate professional experience of at least three years, or professional training or professional experience of an equivalent level
• Experience: At least 5 years of professional experience in communication, public relations or journalism, preferably in an EU institution or international organization
• Languages: English (C1), French or German
• Key skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, Strong editorial and content creation abilities, Experience in media relations and press work, Event management and coordination skills, Knowledge of social media and digital communication tools, Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, Knowledge of data protection and privacy issues would be an asset
• Eligibility: Be a national of a Member State of the European Union

Contract and working arrangements

Contract duration: 3 years, with possibility of renewal.

Position details

Reference

VN-12-2026-EDPB-TA-Senior Communication Officer

Vacancy Notice

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Last Verified

24 July 2026

Position overview

This is the official EU Careers listing for Senior Communication Officer at European Data Protection Supervisor based in Brussels at the AD6 grade level (Temporary Agent). The vacancy reference is VN-12-2026-EDPB-TA-Senior Communication Officer. The role falls under the Communication domain.

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Salary at this grade

Basic monthly salary at AD6 runs from €6,961 (step 1) to €7,876 (top step), giving an annual range of roughly €83,532 to €94,512 before tax and allowances. Steps increase automatically every two years; the figures here are taken from the salary grid in the EU Staff Regulations.

Eligible staff posted away from their country of nationality also receive an expatriation allowance worth 16% of basic salary (around €1,114 per month at step 1 of AD6) together with household, dependent-child, and education allowances where applicable. Take-home pay is then adjusted by the country correction coefficient for Brussels. For a worked example see our correction coefficients guide and the EU salaries overview.

Application timeline

This vacancy was first listed on 10 July 2026, 16 days ago.

The application deadline is 31 July 2026, 3 days from today. Late applications are not accepted, so submit through the official EU Careers portal well in advance.

Last verified against the EU Careers feed on 24 July 2026 (2 days ago).

Where to learn more

For full responsibilities, requirements, and career progression at AD6 see our AD6 grade page; for headcount, mission, and other open vacancies at European Data Protection Supervisor see the European Data Protection Supervisor institution page; for the cost of living, correction coefficient, and other postings in Brussels see our Brussels location page; for related vacancies in the Communication field browse our Communication domain page.

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