Policy Assistant
European Commission · Brussels, Belgium
This post in plain words
You would help Unit C5 of DG MARE prepare and follow up EU talks on fishing with the UK, Norway and Iceland. The job is in Brussels and involves working with negotiators, Member States and stakeholders.
Can you apply?
The notice does not state nationality or age limits. The full eligibility rules are in a PDF at the end of the page.
As a general rule, posts in the EU institutions and agencies are open only to citizens of EU Member States. Exceptions →
- Languages
- Fluent English is necessary. Very good oral and written communication is essential.
- Experience
- Experience of working on international affairs or EU-related matters is sought. No number of years is given.
- Contract
- Contract agent FG III (Contract Agent 3b). First contract of 1 year, renewable up to a maximum of 6 years.
What they ask for:
- Experience in international affairs or EU-related matters
- Fluent English
- Very good coordination and communication skills
- Team player who can work independently and take initiative
- Technical or scientific background is an asset
- Ability to use R or Python and QGIS is an advantage
What you would do
- Assist chief negotiators in UK, Norway and Iceland talks
- Help present and defend the EU position in negotiations
- Take part in and report on meetings and missions
- Draft follow-up reports and coordinate impact assessments
- Maintain contacts with national and international fisheries authorities
- Provide data analysis support using R, Python or QGIS
How to apply
Send one single PDF with your CV and the completed application form by the deadline. Use the email address given in the notice and quote the reference number.
Good to know:
- The first contract is 1 year and may be renewed, up to 6 years in total.
- The job may need irregular hours, missions and tight deadlines.
- Eligibility, recruitment steps and working conditions are in a PDF at the end of the page.
- The place of work is Brussels.
How this kind of post works
The easiest way into the EU institutions for many people: register any time, get shortlisted, pass the reasoning tests and the interview.
We wrote this summary automatically from the official notice, published by EU Careers (eu-careers.europa.eu). Only the official notice counts: read it before you apply.
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