MenEngage Europe is hiring an Advocacy and Communications Coordinator, Belgium

MenEngage Europe is hiring! If you have a passion for applying intersectional feminist thinking to call men and boys into gender equality work, and the ability to take members along in translating those insights into high-impact European advocacy that shapes policies and influences decision-making, this role may be for you.

Key details:

• Location: Belgium, ideally Brussels 
• Position type: 32 – 38 hours a week 
• Duration: Initial one-year contract, renewable pending funding 
• Application deadline: 17 June 2026

MenEngage Europe (MEE) is seeking a skilled and values-driven Advocacy and Communications Coordinator to strengthen the network’s European advocacy and external communication on masculinities and gender justice based in Brussels. As a key part of a small remote secretariat, you will join the MEE Director and MEE Project Coordinator to support the network’s mission to advance feminist, intersectional and gender-transformative approaches across Europe. Doing so, you will work closely with members, the board and stakeholders to develop advocacy strategies and capacities; while organizing advocacy events, managing external communication and running a coordinated annual campaign. In essence combining big-picture thinking, with concrete action. 

MenEngage Europe is a regional network of over 130 organisations, activists and experts with a focus on men and boys to achieve gender justice, as part of the MenEngage Global Alliance with over 1,400 members in 92 countries worldwide. We are a unique feminist/pro-feminist network supporting members through capacity strengthening, peer learning, coordinated advocacy and strategic communication across Europe. It’s a great time to join as we have just become an EU-CERV framework partner, enabling MEE to play a greater role in the EU gender-equality landscape. And importantly, join us in bringing joy to our shared feminist political activism. 

The Advocacy and Communications Coordinator will: 

1. Lead EU-level advocacy and political engagement, representing MEE in external events and advocacy activities; 
2. Strengthen strategic lobby and advocacy capacities of MEE members, and 
3. Manage external communications to reach relevant audiences with strong messages, setting up appropriate social media channels with MenEngage Global staff. 

Key responsibilities

European and EU Advocacy & Policy Coordination 

• Develop and coordinate MEE​’s European and EU-focused strategic evidence-based advocacy and political engagement. 
• Cultivate strategic relationships with EU institutions, Brussels-based CSOs and allies. 
• Involve members with relevant European policy developments. 
• Produce timely, evidence-based advocacy alerts and policy analyses and concrete recommendations for policy-makers. 
• Help distil findings from national MEE members and bring broader patterns, trends and needs to the attention of the EU level to bridge national and EU-level advocacy 

Capacity Strengthening & Advice 

• Strengthen the advocacy capacities and strategies of MEE members. 
• Coordinate with MEE members to provide content- and campaigning material for advocacy and ensure impactful campaigns throughout Europe. 
• Facilitate peer learning and trainings for members on strategic lobby and advocacy. 
• Provide advice and support to members to connect their national level lobby and advocacy towards EU influencing opportunities. 

External Communications & Network Visibility 

• Create and manage tailored and targeted digital communication channels. 
• Produce clear and engaging written and visual content for members, policymakers and the public. 
• Organize effective advocacy activities and campaigns. 

Candidate profile

Essential qualifications & experience 

• At least 5 years of EU-based advocacy, lobbying or policy engagement in the field of gender justice. 
• Strong knowledge of EU institutions and gender equality frameworks 
• Experience with and visible commitment to feminist, intersectional and gender-transformative approaches. 
• Demonstrated experience in capacity strengthening such as facilitating peer learning and providing trainings, coaching and expertise to organisations and groups. 
• Strong external communication skills, including writing, editing and digital media. 
• Experience of active participation in Brussels-based events, including public speaking 
• Ability to translate complex policy issues into accessible, actionable content. 
• Experience cultivating good working relationships across cultures and different backgrounds. 
• Demonstrated experience in working in a dynamic environment, ability to work flexibly 
• Excellent command of English. 

Desirable 

• Experience in gender-transformative work with men and boys. 
• Experience working in Membership-based organisations, (I)NGO​’s or the EU 
• Experience working inside EU institutions 
• Fluency in additional European languages. 
• Experience with EU funding environments. 

What we offer

• A joyful, supportive, inclusive and values-aligned working environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning. 
• Gross monthly salary range of 4,100 – 4,400 Euros per month based on a full-time role (40 hours), commensurate relevant experience. 
• Additional benefits in line with Belgian standards, such as [holiday days, eco-cheques and meal vouchers] 
• Flexible working arrangements with travel opportunities and a desk at the RoSa office. 

MenEngage Europe is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of gender, gender identity, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, race, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. 

How to apply

Please submit: 

• Your CV 
• A 1‑page cover letter explaining your alignment with MenEngage Europe’s mission, relevant experience, your vision for the role and what a feminist, intersectional and gender-transformative approach means to you 
• Contact details of two references 
• Example of your advocacy output, ideally something you’ve co-authored/co-created. 

Send your application by Wednesday 17 June to email hidden; JavaScript is required. 

Deadline: Wednesday 17 June 

Interviews: First round in week starting 29 June 

Expected start date: September 2026