Media Officer Chile

ESO is looking for a Media Officer Chile to develop and implement ESO's media strategy in Chile, coordinating relations with national, regional, and local media. The role also includes managing contracted services to document the progress of ESO's projects in videos and photos and organizing visits of media and strategic stakeholders to ESO's observatories. The Officer will produce local content, support crisis communication actions, and develop new formats and resources to effectively reach Chilean audiences. The Media Officer Chile will join ESO's Department of Communication (COMM), which is responsible for internal and external communication for the Organisation. We provide information about ESO's activities, with the mission of increasing the awareness of ESO, astronomy and the impact of the organisation on society in its Member States and Chile. We cover the whole spectrum of communications, including media relations, content production, public and local outreach, digital communication and internal communication, and engage with a broad range of audiences ranging from scientists and the astronomy community over decision-takers and industry partners, to journalists and members of the public. The Department comprises 20 staff with a spectrum of complementary expertise ranging from astronomy, writing, image processing, video production, publishing, web production and design to event organisation. COMM is based partly at the ESO Headquarters in Garching near Munich, Germany, and partly in Santiago, Chile. We are an international, friendly and motivated team with ties to scientists and professionals throughout ESO and to the broader science communication community.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing ESO's media strategy in Chile, in collaboration with other members of the department and particularly the Media Manager in Garching.
• Coordinating ESO's relations with Chilean media, on a national, regional and local level, building strong relationships and proactively pitching strategic content.
• Procuring and managing the contracted services in support of the media-related activities in Chile.
• Supporting actions in crisis communication and Managing ESO's experts for media inquiries.
• Conceive, develop and produce local contents for Chilean audiences ranging from press releases and news announcements to video scripts and audiovisual products.
• Developing new formats and resources to communicate ESO contents and messages to local target audiences.
• Attending media visits at ESO's observatories and coordinating related activities on site, such as interviews and filming.
• Developing and maintaining information on ESO's public webpages for Chilean audiences and producing relevant web content.
• Working closely with scientists and other stakeholders throughout the organisation and further afield to identify newsworthy stories and communication needs.

Reports to:

Head of Communication Chile

Key Competences and Experience:

Essential Competences and Experience

• At least two years of experience in an external media relations role, in a scientific and/or international organisation or in a communication agency.
• At least two years of working experience in media (written, TV, radio or digital outlets). Knowledge of Chilean media and their modus operandi is an asset.
• Experience producing written/audiovisual science communication in English/Spanish.
• Experience in handling crisis communication.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Ability to provide clear, concise and timely communications for different audiences in different formats.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in an international environment, interacting and collaborating with people from different countries and cultures.
• Proactive, highly motivated with the ability to work both in a team and independently, following departmental procedures and workflows.
• Ability to deliver prompt and efficient service on multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of the latest communications trends, approaches, tools, and methodologies used in Chile to plan and execute effective campaigns.
• Experience in digital media and strategies to ensure that press content and social media works seamlessly.
• A proactive approach and a can-do attitude.

Desirable Competences and Experience

• Insights into the workings of the Chilean science community is an asset.
• Hands-on experience with audiovisual production.
• A good understanding of astronomy and physics.
• A passion for science and the ability to communicate confidently and clearly about complex scientific issues.

Qualifications:

Degree or higher-level education in media, communications, journalism, astronomy or related sciences.

Language skills:

The position requires fluency in English and Spanish.

Remuneration and Contract:

We offer an attractive remuneration package including a competitive salary and medical, educational and other social benefits, as well as financial help in relocating your family. ESO aims to support members of personnel in maintaining a good work-life balance via its flexible working and mobile working policies For any further information, please visit https://www.eso.org/public/jobs/conditions/localstaff/ The initial contract is for a period of two years with the possibility of an indefinite extension, subject to performance evaluation and operational needs. The title or grade may be subject to change according to qualifications and the number of years of experience of the selected candidate.

Duty Station:

The duty station is Santiago. Applicants should be resident in Chile, in or around Santiago. The role also involves frequent travels to ESO's observing sites in northern Chile.

Career Path:

This position has been assessed to be in Career path IV which covers A5 and B2 grades.

Application:

If you are interested in working in areas of frontline science and technology and in a stimulating international environment, please visit http://www.eso.org for further details. Applicants are invited to apply online at http://jobs.eso.org/. Applications must be completed in English and should include a motivation letter and CV. Please additionally provide the contact information (email and phone number) of three professional references in your application who should be able to comment on your work, and who may be consulted as part of this hiring process. You will be informed beforehand in this case.

Deadline for applications is 13 October 2025.

Interviews are expected to start soon after this date.

ESO Values

An important element in any successful employment relationship is harmony in values between an organisation and its people.

The ESO values are:

ESO strives for excellence through innovation.

ESO provides outstanding services to its communities.

ESO fosters diversity & inclusion.

ESO believes in the key role of sustainability for its future.

Achieving the above are recognized as only possible on the basis of personal values and attitudes that we expect from our employees: respect, integrity, accountability, commitment, collaboration, and clear & open communication.

Applicants to any ESO role are asked to reflect on their affinity with these values and advised they may be asked about them if called for interview.

Diversity

ESO has established diversity as an important value of the Organisation, is committed to providing an equal opportunities environment and is actively seeking to promote a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Please visit https://www.eso.org/public/about-eso/sustainability/dei-at-eso/ for further details.

Nationality

No nationality is excluded, however non-Chilean applicants must have a pertinent working permit, according to Chilean regulations, at the time of the application. The post is equally open to suitably qualified candidates irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity or religion.