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CLIMA-B-3_A 25.06.2020

CLIMA-B-3_B 25.06.2020

CNECT-E-2 25.06.2020 X

COMM-A-1 25.06.2020

DEFIS-A-1 25.06.2020

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ECFIN-A-3 25.06.2020

ECHO-A-2 25.06.2020

EMPL-A-3 25.06.2020

GROW-B-2 25.06.2020

REGIO-C-3 25.06.2020

RTD-TF-3 25.06.2020

SJ-E 25.06.2020

TRADE-E-2_Suisse 25.06.2020 X

SNE vacancies (April 2020)

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VACANCY NOTICE

SECONDED NATIONAL EXPERT TO THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION

Post identification:

(DG-DIR-UNIT) AGRI-H-2

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:

Number of available posts:

Suggested taking up duty:

Suggested initial duration:

Place of secondment:

C. BERTRAND

[email protected]

+32 2 29 99 524

1 3rd quarter 2020 1

2 years1

Brussels Luxemburg Other: ………………..

With allowances Cost-free

This vacancy notice is also open to

the following EFTA countries :

Iceland Liechtenstein Norway Switzerland

EFTA-EEA In-Kind agreement (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway)

the following third countries:

the following intergovernmental organisations:

1. Nature of the tasks

Unit H.2 is responsible for the audit of market expenditure, managed and controlled by the Member States.

The objective is to provide the Commission with reasonable assurance that expenditure declared by paying

agencies on behalf of the European Agricultural Funds has been incurred in compliance with EU rules. To

meet this objective, compliance enquiries are carried out by way of on-the-spot audits and subsequent bilateral

exchanges. The amount of expenditure concerned is around 2.5 billion EUR per year. The Unit's other

important main tasks include promoting effective and efficient control systems, assessment of regulatory

proposals and assistance to Member States to provide correct interpretation and implementation, and inter-

service and inter-institutional exchanges on questions where the unit is competent.

We are looking for an experienced colleague to join our intervention team. Therefore, experience with

managing and/or controlling market intervention measures (ex-post scrutiny, promotion measures, exceptional

measures, school milk, public and private storage), would be particularly appreciated.

The job involves assisting in the performance of audits in Member States in order to evaluate the systems

established by the MS authorities. The work includes preparation and carry out of audit missions in Member

States, drafting audit reports and further follow-up of the file in the context of the clearance of accounts

procedure. The objectives are to gain assurance that Member States have put in place effective control systems

complying with regulatory requirements, to make recommendations for improvement and to provide timely

follow-up under the clearance of accounts procedure.

The number of audit missions to Member States is around 6 per year. Missions are generally of one week

duration and often require leaving on Sunday.

1 These mentions are given on an indicative basis only (Art.4 of the SNE Decision).

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The job requires sound analytical skills and proven ability to conduct audits and to ensure timely and correct

follow-up. Knowledge of the Common Agricultural Policy and other EU shared management policies or

comparable policies would be a distinct asset.

2. Main qualifications

a) Eligibility criteria

The following eligibility criteria must be fulfilled by the candidate in order to be seconded to the Commission.

Consequently, the candidate who does not fulfil all of these criteria will be automatically eliminated from the

selection process.

• Professional experience: at least three years of professional experience in administrative, legal, scientific,

technical, advisory or supervisory functions which are equivalent to those of function group AD;

• Seniority: candidates must have at least one year seniority with their employer, that means having worked

for an eligible employer as described in Art. 1 of the SNE decision on a permanent or contract basis for at

least one year before the secondment;

• Linguistic skills: thorough knowledge of one of the EU languages and a satisfactory knowledge of another

EU language to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties. SNE from a third country must

produce evidence of a thorough knowledge of one EU language necessary for the performance of his

duties.

b) Selection criteria

Diploma

- university degree or

- professional training or professional experience of an equivalent level

in the field(s) : economics, law, agronomy, business administration.

Professional experience

The applicants should be able to assist in the performance of audits and ensure timely and correct follow-

up, and also be able to collaborate to defend their positions in meetings with the hierarchy, Member States

and various other boards and Institutions. They will preferably have an audit background or similar

relevant experience. Knowledge of the CAP and rural development policy would also be an advantage.

The job requires sound analytical skills, excellent team spirit but is also capacity to work independently.

Language(s) necessary for the performance of duties

Very good communication skills and drafting abilities in English. Knowledge of other EU languages

would be an advantage.

3. Submission of applications and selection procedure

Candidates should send their application according to the Europass CV format

(http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/en/documents/curriculum-vitae) in English, French or German only to

the Permanent Representation / Diplomatic Mission to the EU of their country, which will forward it to

the competent services of the Commission within the deadline fixed by the latter. The CV must mention the

date of birth and the nationality of the candidate. Not respecting this procedure or deadlines will

automatically invalidate the application.

Candidates are asked not to add any other documents (such as copy of passport, copy of degrees or

certificate of professional experience, etc.). If necessary, these will be requested at a later stage.

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Candidates will be informed of the follow-up of their application by the unit concerned.

4. Conditions of the secondment

The secondment will be governed by the Commission Decision C(2008)6866 of 12/11/2008 laying down

rules on the secondment to the Commission of national experts and national experts in professional training

(SNE Decision).

The SNE will remain employed and remunerated by his/her employer during the secondment. He/she will

equally remain covered by the national social security system.

Unless for cost-free SNE, allowances may be granted by the Commission to SNE fulfilling the conditions

provided for in Art. 17 of the SNE decision.

During the secondment, SNE are subject to confidentiality, loyalty and absence of conflict of interest

obligations, as provided for in Art. 6 and 7 of the SNE Decision.

If any document is inexact, incomplete or missing, the application may be cancelled.

Staff posted in a European Union Delegation are required to have a security clearance (up to SECRET

UE/EU SECRET level according to Commission Decision (EU, Euratom) 2015/444 of 13 March 2015, OJ L

72, 17.03.2015, p. 53).

The selected candidate has the obligation to launch the vetting procedure before getting the secondment

confirmation.

5. Processing of personal data

The selection, secondment and termination of the secondment of a national expert requires the Commission

(the competent services of DG HR, DG BUDG, PMO and the DG concerned) to process personal data

concerning the person to be seconded, under the responsibility of the Head of Unit of DG HR.DDG.B4. The

data processing is subject to the SNE Decision as well as the Regulation (EU) 2018/1725.

Data is kept by the competent services for 10 years after the secondment (2 years for not selected or not

seconded experts).

You have specific rights as a ‘data subject’ under Chapter III (Articles 14-25) of Regulation (EU)

2018/1725, in particular the right to access, rectify or erase your personal data and the right to restrict the

processing of your personal data. Where applicable, you also have the right to object to the processing or the

right to data portability.

You can exercise your rights by contacting the Data Controller, or in case of conflict the Data Protection

Officer. If necessary, you can also address the European Data Protection Supervisor. Their contact

information is given below.

Contact information

- The Data Controller If you would like to exercise your rights under Regulation (EU) 2018/1725, or if you have comments,

questions or concerns, or if you would like to submit a complaint regarding the collection and use of your

personal data, please feel free to contact the Data Controller, HR.DDG.B.4, HR-MAIL-

[email protected].

- The Data Protection Officer (DPO) of the Commission You may contact the Data Protection Officer ([email protected]) with

regard to issues related to the processing of your personal data under Regulation (EU) 2018/1725.

- The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS)

You have the right to have recourse (i.e. you can lodge a complaint) to the European Data Protection

Supervisor ([email protected]) if you consider that your rights under Regulation (EU) 2018/1725

have been infringed as a result of the processing of your personal data by the Data Controller.

To the attention of candidates from third countries: your personal data can be used for necessary checks.





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(DG-DIR-UNIT) CLIMA-B-3_A

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Laurence GRAFF

[email protected]

+32 2 2960.15.18


2 years1










The END posted in CLIMA.B.3 will be involved in aviation activities, focusing primarily on the EU ETS.

The person will be involved in the review process of the EU ETS linked to and following up on the 2016

ICAO Assembly and the implementation of CORSIA. It will also be responsible for implementation and

enforcement activities of the current EU ETS for aviation.

In view of the above, the work could also consist of communication, outreach and implementation-related

activities, mainly Member States Competent Authorities, but also other relevant DGs (e.g MOVE, EEAS) and

third country partners. Dialogue with third countries and participation in conferences and seminars to

communicate about EU's policy objectives on climate change and aviation will be part of the work.

Willingness to travel is required.

This will require close cooperation with the rest of the aviation team more actively involved in discussions

related to the global market based measure in ICAO as well as with the other units of the Directorate

responsible for ETS development and implementation (CLIMA B1 and B2).

He/ she will be expected to contribute to other activities of the unit as and when needed.





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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : law, economics, engineering.


Preferably 5+ years in related field in public administration. Knowledge of EU climate policy and, more

specifically, about Emission Trading, would be an asset.


Excellent oral and written English, proficiency in French. Knowledge of other EU languages will be

considered an asset.














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Contact information




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(DG-DIR-UNIT) CLIMA-B-3_B

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Laurence GRAFF

[email protected]

+32 2 2960.15.18


2 years1










The SNE posted in CLIMA B.3 will be part of the team responsible for addressing greenhouse gas emissions

from aviation and shipping, as well as in charge of international carbon markets. The main focus of her/his

work will be the development and implementation of EU legislation and initiatives to address greenhouse gas

emissions from shipping, following up in particular on the European Green Deal. This will include work on

extension of EU emissions trading to maritime emissions. This will also involve following other related policy

developments, notably in the field of research and innovation, technology and fuels, taxation and carbon

pricing more broadly. In view of the above, the work involves policy analysis and development, including

economic analysis and impact assessment, involvement in the EU legislative process and implementation of

legislation, communication, as well as outreach and cooperation activities. Dialogue with other EU

institutions, Member States external partners and stakeholders, as well as participation in conferences and

events addressing EU’s policy objective on climate change and maritime transport will be part of the work.

Demonstration of vision, enthusiasm, autonomy and commitment to work in a high profile and strategic EU

policy area with many inter-actions with other policy areas (e.g transport, energy, external relations) is

required, as well as a capacity to deal with highly technical matters. At least two years of experience in EU

institutions is desirable. Familiarity with EU policies and external action would be an asset. A good knowledge

of EU climate policy, including carbon market issues, and the shipping sector would be highly desirable.

The position implies close cooperation with the rest of the maritime team, other units within the Directorate

General for Climate Action, other relevant Directorate Generals (e.g. SecGen, MOVE, ENV, MARE) as well

as other institutions. It also necessitates the development of a close working network with external

stakeholders, EU Member States and third country partners (both at bilateral and multilateral level).



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Capacity to deal with economic and policy analysis, highly technical matters and willingness to travel are

required.

He/she will be expected to contribute to other activities of the unit if or as required.





selection process.









duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : economics, public or climate policy, law, political sciences or engineering.


Preferably 5+ years in public administration and/or policy and /or economic analysis. Knowledge of

climate policy, international relations and/or the shipping sector would be an asset.


Excellent oral and written English. Knowledge of other EU languages will be considered an asset.












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Contact information




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(DG-DIR-UNIT) CNECT-E-2

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Pierre Chastanet

[email protected]

+3222984557


2 years1

Brussels Luxemburg Other: ……………..









The Cloud & Software Unit is responsible for the development and implementation of European cloud

policies, stemming from the European Data Strategy and the European Digital Strategy, including investment

in a European federation of energy-efficient and trustworthy cloud infrastructures and related services.

It is also in charge of the application of Digital Single Market policies pertaining to cloud and data flows,

notably the implementation of the regulation on Free Flow of non-personal Data and the ongoing

implementation of the European Cloud strategy.

The Unit is responsible for the management of deployment of cloud and data infrastructures and services

through the new Connecting Europe Facility and Digital Europe programmes. It also supervises Research &

Innovation activities in cloud and software under the Horizon 2020 and subsequently Horizon Europe

programmes.

In relation to the new Commission’s priority ‘a European Green Deal’, the unit is responsible for achieving the

2030 objective of having climate neutral, highly energy efficient and sustainable data centres across Europe.

We are a multidisciplinary team at the intersection of legislation, policy, deployment and research/innovation

of digital technologies, working towards building a European data economy through the development of a

cloud computing market and the efficient delivery of cloud services in Europe. The Unit is dynamic,

committed, multi-cultural, team-oriented and has a friendly atmosphere.

We propose an interesting and challenging job as Policy Officer in a fascinating area cutting across multiple

policy domains. The tasks attributed to the successful candidate would be drawn from the following indicative

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Advise on and contribute to the conception and co-ordination of policy developments, and ensure

coherence in the implementation of Commission's legislation and policy in the area of cloud, data strategy,

free flow of data, software services and related aspects.

Contribute to policy documents, in particular relating to the implementation of key actions under the

responsibility of the Unit put forward in the Data Strategy and the free flow of non-personal data

regulation.

Contribute to the shaping of policies under the European Digital Strategy, specifically in the context of the

Green Deal to achieve climate-neutral, highly energy efficient and sustainable data centres.

Assist in the conception of new activities or extension of existing ones, in the preparation of policy

guidelines and multi-annual programming pertaining to the effective deployment and use of cloud by

European businesses and public administrations, notably through the development of European cloud

marketplace(s) and (self-) regulatory cloud rules.





selection process.









duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : of law, political science, business and/or economics with profound understanding of

digital technologies or alternatively background in computer sciences/digital technologies with a

profound understanding of policy issues would be an advantage. Experience in public procurement of

digital technologies would also constitute relevant expertise. A background and/or knowledge of data

protection, cybersecurity and/or environmental laws would be considered as an additional asset.


We look for a dynamic person with an extensive policy expertise including on issues related to digital

technologies, cloud and edge computing, green ICT, data protection, cybersecurity or other matters where

understanding of complex technical issues is required.

The candidate should have a strong interest in working on cutting edge of policy issues related to new

technologies. The candidate should demonstrate a proactive and cooperative approach, while being able to

work autonomously.

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The job requires excellent knowledge of English both drafting skills and verbal communication. Some

command of French can be an advantage both professionally and for daily life in Brussels.














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(DG-DIR-UNIT) COMM-A-1

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Ms Dana MANESCU

[email protected]

+ 32 2 29 54459

2

3rd / 4th quarter 2020 1

1year1










As responsible for the definition, implementation and continuously updating of the Commission's social media

strategy, COMM.A.1 Social media and visual communication unit is looking for a national expert to act as content

manager for social media.

We propose a post in a dynamic team and work environment. The team of about 30 members is high performing,

working with strict campaign calendars and having to adapt to external unforeseen events where the efficient co-

operation, team spirit and good communication skills are necessary. We offer a good working atmosphere, space

for initiatives, as well as a modern office: brand-new, tailored-made open space on the 4th floor of the rue de la Loi

56 building, with screen and creativity walls, facilitating the constant flow of information.

The job entails working on social media content strategies (proactive and reactive), editorial planning, strategies for

publication and engagement with the audiences.

The job requires very high political sensitivity, the ability to explain complex topics in simple language, conceive

messaging lines for a variety of platforms (from Facebook and Twitter up to Smarp, for employee advocacy) and

develop narratives and social media lines to counter and prevent disinformation.

The job offers the opportunity to use and/or develop copywriting and visual communication skills by taking on

tasks such as preparing long-term narratives and social media messaging, creating and managing content (from

proactive communication and using trends to draw attention to the Commission’s work, through social media

replies, up until lines to take to fight disinformation and “inoculate” various social media audiences against

disinformation).

You will help coordinate the social media outreach of the Commission; this work requires frequent contacts with

the Spokesperson’s Service and the Cabinet.



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selection process.









duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : communication and core principle of online communication.


The candidate should have 5+ years of recent experience in communication and 3+ years' experience in

content creation. S/he has planned, coordinated and executed social media work on many different social

media platforms including the following: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin and Youtube.

The successful candidate knows how to use social media monitoring tools (Brandwatch, Socialbakers, or

similar) or the insights provided directly by the social media platforms to gather data that informs

communication and engagement decisions.

Experience in visual communication, message adaptation and targeting is a pre-requisite.

Experience with social media marketing (paid advertising strategies and techniques), in social media

training/coaching or in using technology to detect and fight disinformation will be seen as a great

advantage.

The candidate should have the following skills /abilities and knowledge:

- Conceptualisation and excellent drafting skills (texts for internal and external use)

- Ability to prioritize and organize effectively and manage multiple projects and assignments

- Good coordination skills

- Ability to work independently but also as part of a team

- Excellent organizational skills

- Strong sense of initiative combined with reliability and responsibility

- Diplomatic communication skills

- Excellent computer skills

- Given the confidentiality of some files, sensitivity and discretion are essential.


Excellent English and good French, both oral and written.

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(SNE Decision).










72, 17.03.2015, p. 53).


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seconded experts).








Contact information




[email protected].




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(DG-DIR-UNIT) DEFIS-A-1

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Anne FORT

[email protected]

+32 229-58978


1 year1










Contribute to the building of an integrated defence industrial base across the EU as well as contribute to other

related policies such as countering hybrid threats.

This includes notably:

- To contribute to the development of Union initiatives facilitating cross-border cooperation and the access

of SMEs and new entrants to defence supply chains;

- To ensure relations with the European Defence Agency (EDA) and NATO and coherency between the EU

activities in favour of the European defence industry with the EU activities in the field of defence

- To coordinate the implementation of the EU’s joint framework on hybrid threats.





selection process.





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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : economics / political sciences / security and defence.


Good knowledge of the defence industrial sector and of the defence cooperation initiatives at EU level

and/or good knowledge of policy on countering hybrid threats at national or EU level.

The post requires candidates to be in possession of a valid Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) at EU

Secret level. The successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting if (s)he does not already

hold security clearance at the appropriate level, in accordance with the relevant security provisions.


A good command of English is necessary for the performance of the duties and the efficient

communication with internal and external stakeholders.














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Contact information




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(DG-DIR-UNIT) DEFIS-A-2 / DEFIS-A-3

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





ALAIN ALEXIS

[email protected]

+32 229-55303


1 year1










Contribute to the implementation of the EDF, both its research and the development window.

This includes notably:

- Contribute to the preparation of the annual work programme and related calls for proposals, and support

the Commission staff in the evaluation of the proposals.

- Participate in preparation of grant agreements, and the monitoring of projects funded, in particularly to

ensure that individual projects supported by the EDF are implemented in accordance with the provisions

of the grant agreements, and ensure that project milestones are reached, and organise relevant follow-up

of the projects.





selection process.





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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : engineer/project management.


Good experience in the preparation and management of defence research or development projects at

national or EU level. Good drafting skills and the capacity to deliver on time are required.

The post requires candidates to be in possession of a valid Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) at EU

Secret level. The successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting if (s)he does not already

hold security clearance at the appropriate level, in accordance with the relevant security provisions.


A good command of English is necessary for the performance of the duties and the efficient

communication with internal and external stakeholders.














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72, 17.03.2015, p. 53).


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seconded experts).








Contact information




[email protected].












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(DG-DIR-UNIT) DEVCO-D-2 – Del Tanzania

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Hans Stausboll

[email protected]

+32 229-91681


2 years1

Brussels Luxemburg Other: Tanzania









The senior advisor will be working under the leadership of the Head of Cooperation, with duties linked to both

the operational and the political sections of the EU Delegation. The senior advisor will support the EU

Delegation in political economy analysis, gender-responsive rights-based approach and in taking the Working

Better Together agenda forward with the EU Delegation and Member States. This is a post that entails a

policy-oriented role with a high degree of strategic analysis and liaison with a wide group of stakeholders

internally and externally.

Political economy analysis

- Carry out political economy analyses, taking both a short and more medium to long term perspective.

- Support internal EU Delegation coordination in the area of political economy analysis.

- Support dialogue and coordination with Member States in the area of political economy analysis in order to

Work Better Together.

- Consolidate and edit the six-monthly economic reporting from the Delegation, plus any additional ad-hoc

special economic reporting, bringing together the various expertise available in the delegation and their

input.

Gender-responsive rights-based approach

- Lead on a gender-responsive rights-based approach in the work of the EU Delegation, including acting as

the Delegation's Gender Focal Person. Lead on the Gender Action Plan.

- Carry out gender and rights analysis, taking both a short and a more medium to long term perspective.

- Support internal EU Delegation coordination in the area of gender and rights analysis.

- Support dialogue and coordination with Member States in the area of a gender-responsive rights-based

approach in order to Work Better Together.



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Working Better Together – EU Delegation and MS

- Assist in EU coordination, including meetings with the MS Heads of Cooperation and Heads of Mission.

- Support taking the Working Better Together agenda forward together with the EU Delegation and Member

States, an important step being agreeing on a set of principles to guide the joint efforts.

- Liaise with cooperation partners and other actors for an effective cooperation.





selection process.









duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : economics, political sciences, development studies, international relations, or related

fields.


- Broad experience in development cooperation including policy and practice in third countries and

headquarters.

- Excellent analytical skills and experience of analysis and reporting in third countries and headquarters.

- Good at developing networks.

- Knowledgeable about a Gender-Responsive Rights-Based approach.

- Experience of working the region would be an advantage.


Thorough knowledge, both written and oral, of English.









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Contact information




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(DG-DIR-UNIT) DEVCO-E-2 – Del South Africa

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Isabelle DELATTRE

[email protected]

+32 22955025


2 years1

Brussels Luxemburg Other: Pretoria









DEVCO.E.2 is offering a seconded national expert position under the responsibility of the Head of

Cooperation of the EU Delegation to South Africa. The SNE will provide development policy advice under

major policy initiatives, eg the EU Green Deal, Working Better Together, and New Financial Instruments (and

other as need may occur).

The advisory post will combine operational and strategic tasks under the direct supervision of the Head of

Cooperation. The SNE will contribute to the further development and implementation of the EU’s aid

development programme with South Africa, notably the achievement of the EU/South African Strategic

Partnership Agreement and the joint EU and Member States contributions to the South African National

Development Plan.

In close collaboration with the DG ENV/CLIMA/AGRI policy advisor posted in the Delegation, the SNE will

place particular emphasis on strategic development and implementation of climate change and green transition

cooperation activities.

Functions and duties `

Contribute to the strategic use of new financial instruments in the forthcoming MFF period in South Africa.

Contribute to the analysis and dialogue on Financing Development in South Africa, and achievements on

the SDG agenda

Mainstream climate change and environmental issues in EU development cooperation projects and

programs in South Africa

Assist with the implementation of projects and programmes that fall within the scope of the cooperation

portfolio, in particular those contributing to SDG 13 and to the Paris Agreement.



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Contribute to overall policy analysis;

Provide political & technical analysis of the country transformation in the areas covered by cooperation.

Work on communication and visibility within the context of development cooperation with South Africa.

Contribute to the process of improved and coordinated policy dialogue, through better coordination and

information sharing and identification of programmes of joint nature between the EU and Member States,

moving towards jointly agreed programs.

Assist with the monthly meeting of EU Cooperation counsellors.

Fulfil other tasks as appropriate in line with the overall objective





selection process.









duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : development policy, programme management, environment, energy, climate change,

political science, economy, or any other related issues.


Experience of at least 10 years in the above topics in an international relations or diplomatic context;

Working experience in third countries (Embassy, international organizations, NGO, etc.)

General knowledge of EU institutions and related decisional processes.

Knowledge of EU-South Africa relations

Proven interpersonal skills and team player.

Good technical analysis and reporting skills.


Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English required.






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Contact information




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(DG-DIR-UNIT)

ECFIN-A-3

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Björn Döhring

[email protected]

+32 2 2998160

1 4th quarter 2020 1

2 years1










Composed of around 20 team members, the unit is characterised by a good balance in terms of gender, grade,

geographical background and age. The unit is organised in two sectors: one in charge of macro-economic

forecasts and short-term economic developments, and one in charge of business and consumer surveys and

short-term forecasts.

The seconded national expert will be attached to the sector business and consumer surveys and short-term

forecasts. Her/his main areas of responsibility will be to contribute to the management and analytical

exploitation of the Joint Harmonised EU Programme of Business and Consumer Surveys (BCS) and to the

sector's wider analytical and short-term forecasting work. The function involves a range of tasks related to the

surveys, including the analysis and checking of the BCS data, the preparation of regular press releases and

briefings on the survey results, and contributions to the improvement of the survey methodology. It also

implies a range of tasks related to DG ECFIN's business cycle monitoring and forecasting activities, including

the maintenance and development of survey-data based forecasting tools and the production of analytical notes

on the EU/euro-area business cycle.





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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : economics or statistics.


Besides a sound level of competence in economic analysis, strong quantitative skills and a good

knowledge of statistical/econometric software are required. Knowledge of business and consumer surveys

would be an asset. The SNE should have good analytical and communication skills combined with a

strong sense of team work, initiative and responsibility and be ready to join in a multicultural environment.


A strong ability to draft in English is required for the preparation of press releases, briefings and analytical

reports.














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(DG-DIR-UNIT) ECHO-A-2

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Marco Panigalli

[email protected]

+32 2 29 54441


1 year1










The position is in the sector “Civil Protection Pool Capacities”, responsible for the development of quality

and interoperability standards for modules and other response capacities committed to the European Civil

Protection Pool, their registration and certification, including adaptation and repair funding, as defined in the

legislation. The main tasks for this position are:

- Contribute to developing, planning and implementing activities relevant for the achievements of the

objectives of the sector;

- Contribute to further develop and improve the corresponding operational procedures. In particular, develop

quality and interoperability standards for modules and other response capacities committed to the European

Civil Protection Pool, their registration and certification, as defined in the legislation;

- Provide overall support to further develop the European Civil Protection Pool (ECPP);

- Participate in all stages of the EU certification (and re-certification) of capacities under the ECPP: process

applications, conduct consultative visits, take part as certifier in Table Top Exercises (TTXs) and Field

Exercises (FXs);

- Contribute to further developing EU policies for civil protection;

- Contribute to policy documents, briefs and speeches, responses to Inter-service consultation and to EP

questions;

- Participate in the meetings of relevant Committees and Working Groups in the Council and the European

Parliament, where necessary, and report to hierarchy and Cabinet;

- Participate in relevant inter-service meetings and draft replies to inter-service consultations.





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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : specific expertise in civil protection operations entailing international deployment of

capacities. The candidate should also have a practical experience of the management of civil protection

capacities. A relevant work experience in CBRN-related risks and emergencies is an asset..


Proven work experience in field emergency response to natural and man-made disasters;

Knowledge in the field of disaster management in general, and of civil protection and/or humanitarian

aid in particular;

Experience in managing civil protection capacities;

Experience in national and international deployments as well as international exercises for civil

protection capacities;

Experience in project management;

Good problem-solving and analytical capacities;

Strong commitment and a proven capacity for autonomously delivering high quality outputs, often on

short notice and under tight deadlines;

Strong writing skills (clear and to the point), mainly in English;

Good interpersonal and communication skills.


Fluency in English is a must. Other EU languages would be an asset.











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confirmation.







seconded experts).








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[email protected].












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(DG-DIR-UNIT) EMPL-A-3

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Nathalie Darnaut

[email protected]

+32 2 296 05 31


2 years1










We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated and analytically strong economist to join our team with a

view to contributing to the economic analysis on issues related to labour market and welfare state policies. In

this context, the main areas of responsibility of the seconded national expert would be:

(i) providing expertise with a view to supporting the surveillance work within the European semester;

(ii) drafting notes on specific economic issues for discussion in Council committees and their working

groups;

(iii) provide policy advice and improve the economic rationale of Communications and legislative initiatives

in the area of labour market policies;

(iv) producing analytical papers and reports for publication.

Close collaboration with other Commission services and other international organisations is expected.





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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : economics and economic analysis. Good knowledge of quantitative methods would be

appreciated..


Past experience on labour market or welfare state policy issues would be an asset. The successful applicant

should be able to produce high quality output, often within short delays and have excellent communication

and drafting skills. She/he should have a strong sense of initiative, intellectual curiosity, be able to adapt

quickly and flexibly to new demands, and be a dedicated team player. DG EMPL applies an equal

opportunity policy.


The seconded national expert must have knowledge of two Community languages. A strong ability to draft

in English is required, and good working knowledge of French would be appreciated.














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(DG-DIR-UNIT) GROW-B-2

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Giuseppe Casella

[email protected]

+32 229-56396


2 years1










Unit GROW B2 is a key unit for ensuring the proper functioning of the Single Market. It is in charge of the

implementation of Directive (EU) 2015/1535 ("Single Market Transparency Directive"), which aims to prevent

barriers to the free movement of products and information society services via the notification of draft national

regulations. Moreover, it acts as enquiry point for the needs of the implementation of the WTO Technical

Barriers to Trade (TBT) Agreement.

We offer a position as legal and policy officer that will allow the selected SNE to look at the regulatory

landscape in the fields of goods and information society services. The SNE will form part of a pro-active and

motivated team preparing high quality Commission reactions within strict deadlines, based on the inputs

received from line Commission services. He/she will also be in charge of horizontal tasks for the needs of the

implementation of the Single Market Transparency Directive, in particular by monitoring its application in a

number of EU Member States. Moreover, the SNE will be co-responsible for the implementation of the TBT

Agreement. Based on the contributions provided by the Commission line services, he/she will prepare the EU

reaction to draft legislation notified by WTO members and to the comments submitted from third countries to

EU draft legislation notified within the TBT framework.

We seek a pro-active person, with proven legal and political skills, to join a very competent team in a dynamic

and friendly unit. The successful candidate will be a team player with sound coordination, negotiation and

communication capacities. He/she will have excellent analytical and drafting skills and an ability to work under

pressure and to deliver within strict deadlines. Knowledge about EU legislation on the internal market for

products and/or information society services and/or about WTO/TBT law is needed.



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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : law, political sciences or another similar discipline.


We look for a dynamic legal and policy officer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar

position.

A profound knowledge in one or more of the following areas is a necessary requirement:

EU legislation on the internal market for products or information society services;

WTO/TBT law.

Moreover, the following expertise is necessary:

Very good drafting and analytical capacities;

Good communication and diplomatic skills.


A high level of spoken and written English. A good level of spoken and written French. The knowledge

of any other language would be an asset.











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[email protected].












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(DG-DIR-UNIT)

REGIO-C-3

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Rafael LOPEZ SANCHEZ

[email protected]

+32 2 2985461


1 year1










Audit unit REGIO.C3 "Audit II" is a dynamic operational audit unit of 22 staff within the Audit Directorate of

DG Regional and Urban Policy. The unit is responsible for audits of ERDF and the Cohesion Fund

expenditure notably in Italy, Greece, France, Ireland, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Malta and Luxembourg. We

are also coordinating the audit work for the ETC programmes. Our main task is to provide assurance to the

Director General that the management and control systems in the Member States and beneficiary countries are

functioning satisfactorily and that the expenditure declared is legal and regular as well as managed under the

principles of sound financial management.

We are looking for a motivated auditor (m/f) who will join the unit and participate in the assessment of the

management and control systems and of the legality, regularity and sound financial management of

expenditures regarding primarily the European Regional Development Fund and the Cohesion Fund. The job

involves 4-5 audit missions on the spot per year and is rich in terms of external contacts and concrete content.

The desk work includes the evaluation of audit reports from other EU and national audit services and the

follow-up of audits.





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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) : audit, accountancy, law, business administration, or economics.


The job requires strong analytical skills, good common sense, and ability to work both independently and

as part of an audit team. Previous experience of working as an auditor, or with Structural funds or with

public procurement are important assets. Good communication skills and very good drafting abilities are

requested for this post. Sense of responsibility and initiative as well as a constructive service oriented

approach and firm team spirit are also looked for.


This post requires excellent drafting abilities in French and English. Very good knowledge of any other

EU official language is an additional asset.














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(DG-DIR-UNIT) RTD-TF-3

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





Stéphane Ouaki

[email protected]

+32 22967286

1

4th quarter 2020 1

2 years1










To participate to the conception and co-ordination of policy developments aimed at increasing EU

Investment in RDI, focusing on the use of equity and debt financing instruments, on relevant issues and policy

aspects related to Financial instruments under RDI programmes as well as to the creation of the European

Innovation Council.

The SNE will work under the supervision of an administrator. Without prejudice to the principle of loyal

cooperation between the national/regional and European administrations, the SNE will not work on individual

cases with implications with files he/she would have had to deal with in his/her national administration in the

two years preceding its entry into the Commission, or directly adjacent cases.

In no case he/she shall represent the Commission in order to make commitments, financial or otherwise, or to

negotiate on behalf of the Commission.

POLICY DEVELOPMENT - Policy Development - Debt and equity financial instruments, under the

supervision of an administrator.

POLICY COORDINATION - Internal co-ordination and consultation; coordination and Interservice

Consultations, under the supervision of an administrator.

COMMUNICATION and PUBLICATION - external communication – conferences events – drafting and

speeches, under the supervision of an administrator.



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duties.


Diploma



in the field(s) :


Minimum 5 years of professional experience preferably in the banking field, including at least 3 years in

the financial field.

Demonstrated analysis capacities in the field of economy, as well as good demonstrated knowledge of the

EU financing schemes and models. Policy development experience in these areas is preferable.


English C1.

French B2.

Any additional language will be an asset.












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(DG-DIR-UNIT) SJ-E

Principal Legal Adviser:

Email address:

Telephone:





Theofanis CHRISTOFOROU

[email protected]

+32 2 295 01 68


2 years1










The Legal Service Competition and Mergers Team (SJ.E) provides in-house legal assistance to the

European Commission and to its departments in the field of Competition and Mergers. It also

represents the Commission in cases introduced before the Court of Justice of the European Union in

this area of law.

When appropriate, it also interacts with the Member States in the European Competition Network.

The Seconded National Expert (SNE) will have the opportunity to assist the Competition and

Mergers Team in all these activities.

He/she should therefore possess good drafting and communication skills, as well as a

good knowledge of the role and the working of the Commission and the decision-

making procedures set by the Treaties.





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Diploma



in the field(s) :law


To have professional experience in the fields dealt with by the Competition and Mergers Team is essential.


An excellent knowledge of English is required. A good knowledge of French or another EU language















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(DG-DIR-UNIT) TRADE-E-2 – Switzerland

Head of Unit:

Email address:

Telephone:





SOURMELIS Petros

[email protected]

+32 22987935


2 years1

Brussels Luxemburg Other: Bern









Under the supervision of the Head of Section and the Head of Delegation, monitor and report to the

Headquarters on the trade, investment and economic developments in Switzerland notably in areas covered by

bilateral EU-Swiss agreements; contribute to the work of the Commission on EU-Swiss trade and economic

relations and policy development; and provide a regular liaison between the Commission and relevant

authorities and stakeholders dealing with trade and economic matters in Switzerland.

The SNE will work under the supervision of an administrator. Without prejudice to the principle of loyal

cooperation between the national/regional and European administrations, the SNE will not work on individual

cases with implications with files he/she would have had to deal with in his/her national administration in the

two years preceding its entry into the Commission, or directly adjacent cases. In no case he/she shall represent

the Commission in order to make commitments, financial or otherwise, or to negotiate on behalf of the

Commission.

Main tasks:

Contribute to the analysis and reporting on trade, investment and economic matters and developments in

the host country (Switzerland) in relation to the EU; contribute to the monitoring of bilateral agreements

related to trade; follow developments in areas of participation of Switzerland in the EU internal market;

follow the incidence on trade-related agreements of developments on the overall EU-Swiss institutional

framework.

Monitor the country's main policy stances in areas such as multilateral trade policy, including country's

positions in ongoing or planned multilateral initiatives (WTO and other international economic forums);

Monitor the country’s bilateral trade negotiations and trade relations with its main trading partners and

export promotion schemes;



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Monitor the economic and financial situation of Switzerland: economic policy, forecasts, relations with

international financial institutions, etc.

Contribute to the policy development at headquarters on trade, economic and business relations vis-à-vis

Switzerland.

Contribute to improving the business and investment climate in Switzerland, in particular by discussing

trade barriers with stakeholders and addressing them with the relevant authorities, in cooperation with

Headquarters.

Liaise with representatives of EU Member States, business and other civil society stakeholders on trade,

business, investment and other economic and financial matters.

Establish cooperative working relations with the Swiss authorities working on trade and economic matters.

Perform communication and outreach activities to present the EU trade activities and policy to a wider

public (business, students, press, etc.).





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Diploma



in the field(s) : law, political sciences, economics, business administration or another relevant discipline.


Experience of at least 2 years in the above mentioned areas at a public authority.

Experience in third countries (Embassy, EU institution, International organization, NGO, etc.) and

knowledge of EU institutions, EU external action and related EU external policies including trade policy



Proficiency to write and speak in English (C1) as well as French and/or German (C1) is required.





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