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Policy Officer

EU Delegation to Papua New Guinea · Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

This post in plain words

The Policy Officer watches political, social and economic changes in Papua New Guinea and gives advice on what they mean for EU interests. The job also manages the EU Delegation's digital presence and helps with events and outreach in Port Moresby.

Local agent (EU delegation) Open to citizens of the host country

Can you apply?

You must have the right to live and work in Papua New Guinea and be in good standing as a citizen or resident. This post is open to local staff with those conditions.

Languages
Excellent English, CEFR C1 level
Education
Bachelor's degree · University degree, Bachelor or equivalent (ISCED level 6)
Experience
At least 3 years of relevant professional experience, gained after the degree
Contract
Local agent, fixed-term contract of 2 years, may be renewed subject to budget and needs

What they ask for:

  • University degree, Bachelor or equivalent
  • At least 3 years of relevant professional experience
  • Excellent English, CEFR C1 level
  • Right to live and work in Papua New Guinea
  • Good standing as citizen or resident

What you would do

  • Monitor politics and developments and assess their relevance for EU interests
  • Prepare briefings, speeches and policy documents for the Delegation
  • Coordinate policy action with EU Member States and local partners
  • Manage the Delegation's social media and website content
  • Prepare press releases and handle media requests
  • Organise events, high-level visits and outreach activities

How to apply

Send a signed cover letter and a Europass CV by email to the address given in the notice. Put the reference and job title in the subject line before the deadline.

Good to know:

  • Expected start date is 1 January 2027
  • Final offer depends on passing a medical check
  • Occasional atypical hours and work travel are required
  • Missing conditions or documents lead to rejection

How this kind of post works

Most EU posts require EU citizenship, but not all of them: local posts in EU Delegations, some traineeships and some mission posts are open to others.

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We wrote this summary automatically from the official notice, published by EEAS (eeas.europa.eu). Only the official notice counts: read it before you apply.

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