Project and Communications Officer Jobs: Remote EU/UK Role with Alliance for Socially Engaged Arts – €180 Per Day
The Alliance for Socially Engaged Arts is offering an exciting Project and Communications Officer opportunity for professionals interested in project coordination, communications, grantmaking, philanthropy and socially engaged arts. The position is fully remote and offers a gross daily fee of €180, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced professionals based in the European Union or United Kingdom.
Applications are open until 4 September 2026 at 23:59 CET, with the successful candidate expected to begin in October 2026.
Project and Communications Officer Job Overview
The Project and Communications Officer will support the Alliance for Socially Engaged Arts in delivering programmes and activities that promote the role of socially engaged arts in creating positive social change across Europe.
This is a six-month, part-time contract requiring three days of work per week, with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Programme Manager and work with philanthropic foundations, arts organisations, Fellows, suppliers and other stakeholders.
Key details include:
- Job Title: Project and Communications Officer
- Location: Fully remote – EU or UK
- Contract: Six months, with possible extension
- Working Pattern: Three days per week
- Fee: €180 gross per day
- Start Date: October 2026
- Deadline: 4 September 2026 at 23:59 CET
- Travel: Approximately 2–4 trips during the contract
- Eligibility: Applicants must be based in the EU or UK
The role combines project administration, communications, financial coordination, grantmaking support and event logistics, making it suitable for candidates with broad operational and communications experience.
About the Alliance for Socially Engaged Arts
The Alliance for Socially Engaged Arts brings together philanthropic foundations across Europe to strengthen and promote socially engaged arts as a tool for positive social change.
The Alliance supports an 18-month Fellowship programme for leaders of socially engaged arts organisations. The programme focuses on peer learning, leadership development, networking, skills development and funding.
Its wider work includes advocacy, communications, research and sector engagement. Through these activities, the Alliance seeks to demonstrate how socially engaged arts can contribute to stronger communities, greater participation and meaningful social change.
The Alliance is a pooled fund involving 13 philanthropic foundations from across Europe and is hosted by the New Economics Foundation, which provides financial, legal and administrative infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities of the Role
The successful Project and Communications Officer will contribute to several areas of the Alliance’s work.
In grantmaking, the officer will help administer grants, maintain records, track documentation and reporting requirements, support open calls and assist with grant selection processes.
The role also includes financial coordination. Responsibilities include handling payment requests and expense reimbursements, liaising with the New Economics Foundation on financial disbursements and supporting Fellows and partners with financial procedures.
In contracts administration, the officer will support agreements involving Fellows, suppliers and funding partners. They may also assist with procurement processes, requests for proposals and reports for funding partners.
The position also involves events and operations, including coordinating meetings, workshops and other programme activities. Preparing agendas, meeting materials and minutes will form part of the administrative responsibilities.
Communications and Content Responsibilities
Communications are an important part of this remote opportunity. The successful candidate will manage the Alliance’s general inbox and help respond to enquiries from stakeholders.
They will also support the development of newsletters, website updates, social media content and other communications materials. This may include communications connected to events, annual reports and programme activities.
Professionals with experience using website content management systems, newsletters and social media platforms may therefore find the position particularly relevant.
Candidate Requirements
Applicants should have at least two years of relevant professional experience in areas such as project coordination, programme support, administration, financial coordination or communications.
Strong candidates should demonstrate excellent organisational and time-management skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a part-time working arrangement.
Excellent written and spoken English is required, together with the ability to develop clear and engaging communications for different audiences.
Candidates should also be comfortable working independently and collaboratively, while demonstrating confidence with digital communication tools and Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable Experience
Experience in socially engaged arts, community-driven practice, philanthropy, grantmaking or the European cultural sector would be advantageous.
The Alliance would also value candidates who have worked on international or multi-partner projects. Experience producing multimedia content such as video, graphics, illustration or audio could further strengthen an application.
Remote Working and Contract Arrangements
The position is designed as a fully remote opportunity, although occasional travel across Europe will be required for meetings and events.
Depending on the candidate’s country of residence, the engagement will either be through a local employment contract or as a freelancer. Candidates based in Belgium, France or Germany will receive a local employment contract, while candidates elsewhere will generally be engaged as freelancers.
Freelancers should note that any applicable VAT must be included within the €180 gross daily fee. The Alliance cannot provide immigration or visa sponsorship.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should prepare a CV of no more than two pages and a cover letter of no more than one page explaining their interest in the opportunity and demonstrating their suitability.
Online interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 21 September 2026, with the successful candidate expected to start in October.
The application deadline is 4 September 2026 at 23:59 CET.
For professionals seeking remote jobs in Europe that combine communications, project coordination, philanthropy, arts and social impact, this Project and Communications Officer position offers an opportunity to contribute to an organisation working to strengthen socially engaged arts across Europe.
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