TusPark Belgium BV - BD and PR Associate M/W/X

2. Tasks & Responsibilities

The Associate will work under the guidance of the Managing Director and his deputies. His/Her main job functions will be the BD, PR, communications, event planning and organisation of Tuspark Belgium and Tuspark Brussels Innovation Centre. The Associate will:

• Responsible for BD and PR activities, all external and internal communications and Public Affairs & Regulatory communications between China and Europe, and local events in support of the company and the Innovation Centre business objectives and public image;
• Develop communication and marketing strategy in synergy with the corporate business plan; extend and maintain external PRs for corporate business mandates of the company and the Innovation Centre based on the Strategy;
• Undertake day-to-day communications of the Company and interaction with external business partners, TUS parent companies in China, the tenants and start-ups hosted in the centre/incubator, as well as the property management company and service providers of the Centre/Arsenal Complex;
• Market and Media network maintaining and development; Managing content and produce of presentations, website, newsletter and online social media, brochures, compelling story telling;
• Maintenance and creation of social media channels, and deliver internal communication strategies and implement to engage diverse TusPark communities;
• Organizing, moderating events, photograph;
• Provide necessary PR and communication assistance to Tuspark fund management and Investments in Europe.

Besides the responsible functions of PR, communications and events, the Associate will also support and undertake some finance and administrative tasks locally and Beijing HQs when required.

In his/her capacity of the external relations taskforce, the Employee will be expected to perform all reasonable acts, duties and obligations and shall comply with any reasonable orders as may be given to her by the Employer. The Associate shall contribute to any associated and/or ancillary activities to ensure the smooth running of the company under his/her capacity.

3. Key qualifications:

• Marketing and Media, Culture, Management or Finance degree with relevant work experience with entrepreneurs, start-ups, governmental or international investment promoting agencies. Graduation from a Chinese university degree with higher education such a master degree in Europe is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate, build and maintain strong working relationships with start-ups, entrepreneurs, mentors, universities, research institutions, industry experts, associations, chamber of commerce & industries, state & central government, and angel investors.
• Fluent in English and native Chinese speaker or equivalent, is a must. Other languages such as Dutch and French are a strong asset. Any other European languages will be an advantage.
• Experiences in business cooperations between China and Europe, Chinese outbound investments with good understanding of the Chinese business culture are also good references.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate effectively in multi-culture environment; be able to work under pressure and be a team player.

4. Our Offer

Junior Level: Business Associate Job functions: BD, PR, Communications and Events Management for Industrial Innovation and Science Park Development

Employment Type: Full-time

Employment location: Brussels

Gross annual salary: EUR 35,000