Eurovision Italy (EI), the Italian subsidiary of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), is seeking a Head of Eurovision Italy to lead our operations in Rome. This is a unique opportunity to direct a key editorial and operational hub for the world's leading alliance of public service media.

ABOUT EUROVISION ITALY

Eurovision Italy (EI) is a fully-owned Italian subsidiary of the European Broadcasting Union, the world’s leading alliance of public service media organizations. EI plays a critical role in supporting the EBU’s activities in Italy, Vatican City and globally. EI’s core activities include:

• Providing technical broadcast services to EBU Members and other media organizations. These “inhouse Members” are based in our leased office space in Rome or elsewhere in the city.

• Supporting the Eurovision News Exchange with content from Italy and the Vatican, from EBU members, other media and through our own newsgathering.

• Working for Eurovision News Events in the region and worldwide to provide broadcast support services to the international news media. They also partner with event organizers. N.B. EI is the preferred partner for providing Eurovision News Events services for the international travels of the Pope and for major papal events at the Vatican.

• Providing network services to Eurovision Services (a former subsidiary of the EBU, now a separate company).

• Maintaining and strengthening the EBU’s relationship with EBU Members RAI and Vatican Radio, as well as with Vatican Media.

• Providing services to the EBU’s Technology & Innovation in the domain of emerging technologies for content production and distribution.

• Providing conference/event production services in Italy and across Europe to the EBU’s Member Relations and Communications department.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION

As the Head of Eurovision Italy, you will be the strategic, editorial, and operational leader of the company. You will be responsible for all EI activities, ensuring financial health, legal compliance, and journalistic excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead & Manage: Provide inspirational leadership to the EI team, overseeing all operations, finances, and administration. Drive business development, negotiate key contracts, and ensure the company's sustainable growth.

• Drive Editorial Excellence: Direct the news agenda and content strategy for Italy and the Vatican, upholding the highest standards of public service journalism.

• Cultivate Key Relationships: Act as the EBU's primary ambassador in the region. Nurture and expand our critical relationships with RAI, the Vatican, government bodies, and international organizations.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

We are looking for a seasoned professional with:

• Proven Journalistic Leadership: Extensive experience in a senior editorial role with impeccable news judgement and a deep understanding of global affairs.

• Unrivalled Local Knowledge: Established contacts and a strong working knowledge of the Italian media landscape, particularly RAI and the Vatican's media operations.

• Business & Leadership Acumen: Demonstrable experience managing a company in Italy, with robust financial literacy, strategic planning skills, and a talent for negotiation.

• Exceptional Stakeholder Management: The ability to operate with autonomy, make calm decisions under pressure, and act as a persuasive ambassador for the organization.

• A Commitment to Values: A passion for public service media and a dedication to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team culture.

If you are a strategic thinker with a strong journalistic core and the leadership skills to guide a vital media organization, we want to hear from you.

LANGUAGE - excellent command of English and Italian

ADDED VALUE - Basic level of French

ONCE ON BOARD YOU WILL

Be part of an outstanding diverse and inclusive multicultural and international team.
Work with accomplished and engaging professionals coming from a wide variety of backgrounds and covering an impressive range of professions both in and outside of the broadcasting realm.

ABOUT THE EBU

Discover more about the EBU at www.ebu.ch.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

More info in the following link :  job description

We will not accept any applications after the closing date and we will contact only the candidates who correspond to the requirements.

The EBU is an equal opportunities employer committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels heard, safe and valued through a culture free of discrimination, we welcome applications from all communities.

ONLY APPLICATIONS VIA OUR RECRUITMENT PORTAL WILL BE CONSIDERED.