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Operational Specialist

European Labour Authority · Bratislava, Slovakia

This post in plain words

The Operational Specialist gives operational, organisational and administrative support to departments and units in Bratislava. The job covers planning, coordination, monitoring and follow-up of operational work, and the post is for a reserve list.

Temporary agent EU citizens and some other countries

Can you apply?

Nationals of an EU Member State or an EFTA country can apply. Candidates must enjoy their full civil rights and meet the physical fitness requirements.

Languages
Thorough knowledge of one EU official language and B2 level in another; excellent spoken and written English.
Education
Secondary school · Post-secondary diploma, or a secondary diploma plus 3 years of full-time work experience.
Experience
At least 9 years of relevant professional experience after education, including at least 4 years of similar tasks.
Contract
Temporary agent, AST 4. Initial contract of 5 years, renewable once, then possibly indefinite.

What they ask for:

  • Post-secondary diploma, or secondary diploma plus 3 years full-time experience.
  • At least 9 years of relevant professional experience after education.
  • At least 4 years of experience in tasks similar to the duties.
  • At least 2 years in an international or multicultural environment.
  • Thorough knowledge of one EU language and B2 in another; excellent English.
  • Nationality of an EU Member State or EFTA country.

What you would do

  • Support the Head of Department and Heads of Unit with daily operational work.
  • Plan, monitor and follow up operational activities and deadlines.
  • Prepare briefings, reports, presentations and background notes.
  • Coordinate meetings, events and follow-up of agreed actions.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on operational matters.
  • Help improve operational processes, procedures and templates.

How to apply

Apply online through the EU CV Online system, sending a motivation letter and a CV, both in English. Apply well before the deadline.

Good to know:

  • Reserve list valid until 31 December 2028; inclusion does not guarantee a job.
  • Residence within reasonable distance of the office in Bratislava is required.
  • Interview and tests are held online, in English; a 9-month probation applies.
  • Before appointment, a medical check and a certificate of good conduct are needed.

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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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