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Policy Officer - Biodiversity and Nature-based Solutions

European Commission · Brussels, Belgium

This post in plain words

You would work in Brussels in the Biodiversity and Nature-based Solutions team of DG Research and Innovation, unit B.3. The job focuses on the economic and financial side of biodiversity, such as sustainable finance and private investment for nature.

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Can you apply?

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Languages
Very good English (essential)
Education
Master's degree · Master's degree in economics, finance or a closely related field; a bachelor's degree plus two years of relevant experience may be accepted instead
Experience
Proven experience in EU biodiversity policy and legislation; no fixed minimum number of years stated
Contract
Contract agent 3b, FG IV, initial contract of 1 year

What they ask for:

  • Master's degree or equivalent in economics, finance or a related discipline
  • Proven experience in EU biodiversity policies and their economic implications
  • Good understanding of CBD, KMGBF, IPBES and climate policy frameworks
  • Knowledge of EU R&I policy and Framework Programmes such as Horizon Europe
  • Ability to translate complex information into strategic policy analysis
  • Very good command of English

What you would do

  • Contribute to EU R&I strategy and Horizon Europe programming on biodiversity
  • Coordinate and oversee a broad portfolio of biodiversity research projects
  • Advise on mobilising public and private investment for nature-positive transition
  • Analyse costs and benefits of biodiversity protection, restoration and sustainable use
  • Promote mainstreaming of Nature-based Solutions across policy areas and sectors
  • Liaise with executive agencies and other EU funding programmes

How to apply

Send one PDF with your CV first and the completed application form second, by email, quoting the reference EC/2026/RTD/317435, before the deadline.

Good to know:

  • The post is based in Brussels, Belgium
  • The initial contract lasts 1 year
  • Candidates must send the CV and application form as one PDF, in the order stated
  • Eligibility, recruitment steps and working conditions are in a PDF linked at the end of the page

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