Open vacancies – ERGO Network

Call for Branding Agency Proposals for ERGO Network

Introduction
ERGO Network (European Roma Grassroots Organisations) is a European advocacy network that champions the rights of Roma communities across Europe. With members and partners in over 20 countries, ERGO Network works to combat antigypsyism, promote social inclusion, and ensure the active participation of Roma people in European society. To further strengthen our mission and elevate our voice, we seek a creative branding agency to help us redefine and enhance our brand identity.

Objective
ERGO Network is looking to develop a strong and cohesive brand identity that reflects our inclusivity, empowerment, and advocacy values for Roma communities. The chosen agency will work closely with us to design a fresh visual identity that will resonate with our stakeholders, partners, and the communities we serve.

Scope of Work
The selected agency will be responsible for the following deliverables:

Logo Design: A new or refined logo that reflects our mission and values. Multiple formats should be provided for use across various platforms.
Visual Identity: Design a comprehensive visual identity system, including a colour palette, typography, and design elements.
Brand Templates: Create templates for presentations, letters, reports, social media posts, and official documents to ensure a consistent brand image.
Brand Guidelines: Develop a detailed brand manual outlining the correct logo usage, colours, typography, and other visual elements.
Optional: Discuss website design enhancements in line with the new branding

Target Audience
ERGO Network’s primary audience includes policymakers, Roma grassroots organisations, international NGOs, EU institutions, and the general public. Our brand identity must resonate with these diverse groups while reflecting the values of inclusivity, dignity, and justice.

Tone and Style
We seek a brand identity that communicates empowerment, professionalism, and trust. It should be modern, engaging, and adaptable across different media (digital, print, social media).

Submission Requirements
Interested agencies should provide:

A portfolio showcasing relevant work, especially for NGOs or social impact organisations.
A brief description of your approach to the project, including creative concepts and strategies.
A list of deliverables, along with a timeline for the project.
A cost estimate or detailed pricing breakdown.
References from previous clients in the NGO or advocacy sector (if applicable).

Timeline

Call Opens: 17/10/2024
Submission Deadline: 23/10/2024 Midnight
Selection of Agency: 25/10/2024

Budget
Please include a cost estimate for the project based on the scope outlined above. We are open to discussing adjustments based on the agency’s proposal and expertise.

Evaluation Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated based on the following:

Creativity and originality in previous work
Experience with NGOs or advocacy organisations
Alignment with ERGO Network’s values and mission
Affordability and transparency in pricing
Ability to deliver within the timeline

How to Apply
Please submit your proposal via email to info@ergonetwork.org by 23/10/2024. For any questions or further details, feel free to reach out before the deadline.

We look forward to collaborating with a talented and passionate agency to create a brand identity that supports our mission and amplifies the voices of Roma communities across Europe.

Pixar is looking for Roma Voices

Pixar is looking for Roma Voices.

Pixar is casting two voice-over roles of Romani characters for an upcoming English-language animated feature

We are most excited about these news and are thrilled to be the first to share it with all of you! Perhaps you will be the voice of the new Romani Pixar animated character? Or know someone else, who could be?

Don’t wait too long to share and apply; the deadline is October 31st 2024.

One is Lena, a 17-year-old Romani musician. She is a passionate violinist who spends her days as a street musician and her nights working a dishwashing job at a restaurant. She’s whip-smart, resilient, and filled with a youthful spirit and sarcastic humour. But she’s also quick to put up walls to protect herself due to years of prejudice against her and her family.

Pixar is looking for actresses, who:

Are enthusiastic, outgoing, funny, and energetic
Feel comfortable acting in English
Can authentically portray a Romani character

Download the call for applications for LENA

The other character is Papu Emil, a 70-year-old Romani musician. Emil is an eccentric and cantankerous Romani grandfather and musician. He’s bedridden but full of spirit, with an intense passion for all things family and music, especially his teenage granddaughter, Lena. Emil might be overly direct and opinionated at times, but it all stems from his unwavering support of his granddaughter.

For this role, Pixar is looking for actors who:

Have a confident yet kind and playful voice
Feel comfortable acting in English
Naturally sound like they are in their 70s
Can authentically portray a Romani character

Download the call for application for emil

Both Lena and Emil characters speak a few words/lines in Romanes. Actors don’t need to be fluent, but being familiar with the language is helpful.

We wish you the best of luck with the applications and hope the Roma voices are heard in this production!

Position: Junior Communications Officer

ERGO Network is hiring a full-time Junior Communications Officer to join its team in Brussels starting in January 2025.

ERGO Network

ERGO Network (www.ergonetwork.org) brings together over 30 members from across Europe and supports organisations with a common perspective on Roma grassroots empowerment and equal citizenship to challenge stereotypes and combat stigmatisation. We mobilise and connect organisations and individuals that share and express our values – active citizenship, shared responsibility, and passion- to strengthen Roma civil society’s involvement in decision-making at local, national, and European levels and address existing shortcomings of policies targeted at Roma.

As Junior Communications Officer, you will enhance the visibility of ERGO Network and our mission. You will report to the Communications and Campaigns Manager.

Responsibilities

You manage ERGO Network’s digital communications channels daily, developing and designing relevant and interesting content.
You manage ERGO Network’s quarterly newsletter.
You update and maintain ERGO Network’s websites.
You support the communications and campaigns manager to deliver on campaign and advocacy objectives in collaboration with policy colleagues.
You support the effective dissemination of project results.
You monitor information relevant to ERGO Network’s priorities and network and ensure its rapid dissemination.
You ensure that ERGO Network’s mailing lists are maintained and updated in coordination with colleagues.
You support communications and campaigns manager in drafting press releases and other relevant national and international media materials.
You support the administrative team of ERGO Network in event preparation at peak times.
You support digital communications directly from events, e.g. through live streaming.

Qualifications

Essential:

Experience in website management, Mailchimp, social media and other relevant communication tools
Full proficiency in the English language with excellent communication, written, and listening skills.
Experience with the creation and management of visuals (through Canva or Adobe Creative Suite)
Ability to communicate persuasively and explain complex information clearly and succinctly
Quick learner
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Keen interest in digital communications
Good eye for and attention to detail
Understanding of racism

Desirable:

Experience with organising events and campaigns
Knowledge and understanding of EU policies
Experience working with Roma communities
Video editing skills
Experience with live-streaming

Conditions

The location of work is Brussels, with some home office possible.
Starting date: 6^th January 2025 or as soon as possible.

We offer:

An undetermined full-time contract (37,5 hours per week) under Belgian law.
Salary: 2.400 EUR per month gross salary coupled with various legal and extra-legal benefits: 13th-month salary, holiday bonus, luncheon vouchers (8€ per working day), transport allowance (49€ per month), telework allowance, hospitalisation insurance, additional seven days of holidays per year. (approximate net salary including benefits: 2200€).
An organisation committed to the values of democracy, fairness, integrity and sustainability.
A friendly and respectful work environment.

Application procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the application form to info@ergonetwork.org by October 27th 2024, 23:59 CET, indicating in the subject line of the email “Application Junior Communications Officer”. This email address can also be used for further information and questions. It is not necessary to submit a CV or motivation letter in addition to the application form.

open the application form

Successful candidates will be invited for interviews in Brussels in the week of 4^th November. Interviews can be taken in person or online. We are not able to reimburse travel costs to attend the interview.

ERGO is an equal opportunities employer. We respect our employees’ private lives, including where they take care roles. We strive to be an inclusive organisation and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Study Session for Roma Youth Ambassadors

Youth Ambassadors of the Decade against Antigypsyism – Study Session

Youth Ambassadors of the Decade against Antigypsyism:
From European Commitment to Local Actions

– Study Session –

8.-15. September 2024 (including travel days)

European Youth Centre Budapest, Hungary

Application deadline EXTENDED –20 July 2024, 23:59 CET

Apply now

In case you are selected, your participation will be confirmed by the end of July at the latest, and you will need to confirm your participation by purchasing your travel tickets.

We invite young Roma and non-Roma to apply for our six-day youth meeting, a study session, to empower them as ambassadors for the “Decade to Counter Antigypsyism.” We welcome young people who already have some experience and who are able and ready to implement their own small projects to counter antigypsyism after they are back home.

We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial-ethnic or social origin, religious belief, or sexual orientation.

Objectives:

To introduce human rights concepts and the concept of antigypsyism to Roma and non-Roma young people
To support young people in recognising the manifestations and consequences of antigypsyism
To share successful approaches to challenging antigypsyism by making use of the CM Recommendation on Roma Youth Participation and the standards on combating antigypsyism from ECRI and the Committee of Ministers.
To empower participants to implement local educational projects to counter antigypsyism
To give young Roma and their non-Roma allies the opportunity to strengthen their support networks

Profile of the participant:

have some first experience in the area of combating antigypsyism or racism more broadly;
motivated to develop their competencies and to share their experiences with other participants;
aged 18 – 30 (exceptions are possible);
committed to attend for the full duration of the course;
able to work in English;
resident in a member state of the European Cultural Convention of the Council of Europe.

Location:
The study session will take place in the European Youth Centre in Budapest (Hungary) from 8.-15. September 2024 (travel days are 8th and 15th September). The Youth Centre is run by the Council of Europe and frequently hosts youth programmes. It is uniquely equipped to make our stay as pleasant and enjoyable as possible.

Logistics:
The Council of Europe covers all travel and programme costs via reimbursement of real costs. The participation fee is 50 euros and will be deducted from your travel reimbursement. We will provide all participants with a detailed information sheet.

BACKGROUND OF THE EVENT & DECADE AGAINST ANTIGYPSYISM

In the last years, ERGO Network, ternYpe – International Roma Youth Network, and other partners of the “Alliance against Antigypsyism” have achieved great progress in the recognition of antigypsyism on the European political level. The European Roma Grassroots Organisations Network (ERGO) with its member organizations in Central Europe and the Western Balkans and the Alliance want to address the current situation of many Roma in Europe with the large-scale campaign “Decade to Counter Antigypsyism” which started in 2022 targeting the general public, to raise awareness for antigypsyism and contribute to changing attitudes towards Roma in the majority society.

For any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us:
m.horvathova@ergonetwork.org

anka.psenka@gmail.com

Apply now

Please note that by submitting this application, you agree to the Code of Conduct and our detailed safeguarding policy.

By registering for this event, you agree that your photographs might be taken and published by ERGO Network or ternYpe International Roma Youth Network in our online and print publications and social media for the purpose of sharing updates from the event.

Call for Solidarity Corps volunteer in ERGO Network

Call for Solidarity Corps volunteer in ERGO Network

ERGO Network is looking for an enthusiastic and active young Roma to join our office team in Brussels for 10 months in the framework of the European Solidarity Corps.

When: 1 volunteer from September 2024 – June 2025 (10 months)
Where: ERGO Network office in Brussels, Belgium
Who: Young Roma professional between 18 and 30

Deadline for applications: 20^th May 2024

During your time in ERGO Network, you will learn about international advocacy, help us organise international meetings and events and get actively involved in Roma activism and international Roma networks in Brussels. We are looking for a young person to stay with us until the end of June 2025

Your tasks will be defined together with you depending on your interests and skills, but can include:

Communication and campaigning: Support the implementation of our campaign “Decade against antigypsyism;” contribute to the update of the ERGO Network and RomaReact websites and social media channels; develop creative approaches and publicity work to promote our activities and mission and a positive image of Roma.
Youth participation and non-formal education: Representation of ERGO Network in Roma youth events, facilitation of workshops and seminars

Advocacy and policy: Support ERGO staff in EU advocacy work on social policies and anti-discrimination policies; attend debates, hearings and meetings with other stakeholders to challenge stereotypes and racism, build partnership with Roma and non-Roma organizations from Belgium and other European countries.
Meetings and events: Assist in the organisation of the International Roma Day 2025 in Brussels and the EU Roma Week 2025, and contribute to the organisation of meetings, events and international seminars of ERGO Network and its partners.

Your profile:

Young Roma between 18 and 30 years
Good English language skills, both oral and written (At least level B1)
Computer literacy (experience with Microsoft Office package and social media)
Highly motivated to learn more about Roma activism and advocacy work and to contribute to a small but very active European NGO
Previous involvement in Roma or (pro) Roma NGOs will be considered an advantage
Reliable, well-organised and with attention to detail

You will work 37.5 hours per week (including an online language course if desired). Working hours will be from Monday to Friday between 9:00 – 17:00. However, working hours can be adapted to your needs and the activities you will be involved in.

We aim to support young people who are enthusiastic about our cause and want to gain experiences that can be later transferred to national or local NGOs. We especially welcome applications from people motivated to challenge stereotypes, antigypsyism, and racism and who show an open attitude to a unique learning and life experience and a volunteer spirit of creativity, initiative, responsibility, and independence.

We offer:

An allowance of 1200 Euro that includes money for accommodation, meals, local transport, language course and pocket money
Travel costs to Brussels
Health insurance for the whole year (offered through the ESC scheme, additional to the EHIC card of your country)
On-arrival and mid-term training with other Solidarity Corps volunteers and lots of learning and development opportunities with ERGO Network and our partners
Access to an online French course offered to European Solidarity Corps volunteers
An exciting and unforgettable experience working for a multicultural international organisation in the capital of Europe!

How to apply:

Please email your motivation letter (1 page) and CV (max 2 pages) to m.horvathova@ergonetwork.org by 20 May 2024.

We will interview shortlisted candidates and will make our decision by 30 June at the latest. If the selected volunteer is from outside the EU, we will apply for a “volunteer work permit” and support you in the visa application process.

Before coming to Brussels, we will support you in finding accommodation and help you get ready for your time with us.

Do not hesitate to contact us for more information at m.horvathova@ergonetwork.org.

Please also feel free to contact our current volunteer Siljana Hyseni (s.hyseni@ergonetwork.org) for any questions you would like to ask from future to current volunteer 😊.