Job Listing | Academic Publications Coordinator (part time, 60%)

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The Brussels Office of the Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung (RLS) is seeking to hire a Coordinator of Academic Publications to begin in October 2026. This is a part-time 60% permanent position (22,8 hours per week). The place of work is Brussels, the position cannot be performed remotely.

About the Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung

The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation is a major publicly funded organization from the Federal Republic of Germany, tasked primarily with conducting political education. The foundation is closely linked to Die Linke, a democratic socialist party. It stands in the tradition of the socialist workers’ movements, as well as anti-fascism, anti-racism, feminism, environmentalism and internationalism. The foundation promotes a critical analysis of society and fosters networks of emancipatory political, social, and cultural initiatives, it advocates for a dialogue between the Global North and South conducted on equal footing. RLS maintains 26 offices worldwide, one of them is located in Brussels.

Tasks and Responsibilities

The academic publications coordinator is responsible for developing the scholarly and academic side of the RLS Brussels Office’s publishing work. Tasks include:

  • Conceptualizing and commissioning scholarly studies on current political issues in coordination with the office director and the Centre for International Dialogue in Berlin (including project documentation);
  • Editorial oversight of all texts;
  • Coordinating production with external service providers;
  • Establishing and overseeing collaborations with international academic publishing houses on select projects;
  • Organizing promotional events for the finished publications (presentations, webinars, etc.).

Necessary Qualifications

You demonstrate a high level of commitment and a willingness to learn new skills. You enjoy working in an international environment and communicating with politicians, trade unionists, academics, civil society organizations, and activists from around the world.  Required qualifications and skills include:

  • A Master’s degree in the humanities or social sciences, a comparable qualification, or equivalent professional experience;
  • A strong interest in socialist and left-wing politics, strategy, and history; familiarity with current debates in these fields is necessary;
  • Identification with the values and the mission of the RLS;
  • Excellent command of both English and German is required; knowledge of Spanish, French, or other languages is an advantage;
  • At least five years of experience in editorial and translation work is required;
  • High degree of familiarity with progressive think tanks and NGOs;
  • Experience in scholarly publishing (academic journals, book series, etc.) is required;
  • Knowledge of the international publishing market is desirable;
  • High level of familiarity with standard office software and content management systems, and a willingness to familiarize yourself with new digital tools;
  • Strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to work effectively as part of a team;
  • Experience in project management;
  • Knowledge and practical experience with public tenders and procurement procedures, as well as working with external service providers, is desirable.

We Offer

  • A diversified field of activity and a challenging job in an international environment;
  • Employment at the RLS Brussels Office under Belgian law;
  • A part-time position (60%) with a weekly working time of 22,8 hours;
  • Attractive remuneration based on work experience as well as holidays and telework in line with local standards;
  • An inspiring work environment with committed colleagues dedicated to making a difference in society.

Application Process

Please send a letter of motivation and your CV by e-mail to Obevf.Xnamyrvgre@ebfnyhk.bet and Srqrevpn.Qeboavgmxl@ebfnyhk.bet. No acknowledgments of receipt will be issued. The closing date for applications is 8th February 2026. Only successful applicants will be informed about an invitation to a personal interview. In person interviews will take part in Brussels on 27th February 2026.

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The Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung is committed to counteracting existing social disadvantages in the sense of affirmative action to prevent or compensate for existing discrimination. In this context, we expressly encourage women, people of color, people with disabilities and/or with a migrant background to apply.

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