Policy Analyst - Social Europe and Wellbeing Programme
The EPC is looking for a Policy Analyst to join its Social Europe and Wellbeing programme to work on topics related primarily to the EU's labour market, the future of work, the just transition, demography, and the societal implications of AI. The successful candidate should have a solid academic background and a good understanding of EU institutions. S/he/x should have a good knowledge of EU policy developments; coupled with an interest to engage in and develop cross-sectoral activities. S/he/x should also have experience in organising policy debates and writing papers on EU policies. Contracts are offered on a consultancy basis at local market rates. The candidate should have the following profile:
- University degree in relevant subjects (e.g. EU studies, public policy)
- At least three years of relevant work experience (other than internships), including in organising events and in policy analysis
- Demonstrated ability to research, write and present high quality policy analysis
- Strong interest in European affairs and commitment to European integration
- A good understanding of EU policy developments related to social, environmental, economic and political challenges facing the European Union today
- Understanding the nexus between different policy priorities (e.g. between the demographic transition and the future of work) would be considered an asset
- Excellent communication and social skills (oral and written)
- Basic Project management skills
- Ability to engage and network with experts and interested stakeholders
- Ability to work independently as well as in a multi-disciplinary team
- Dynamic, flexible, reliable and attentive to detail
- Fluent in English
The main duties are:
- Developing and implementing projects related to the EU's labour market, the future of work, the just transition, beyond GDP approaches, demography, and the societal implications of AI
- Providing research and organisational support for the Social Europe and Wellbeing Programme
- Research and writing policy analyses
- Organising events (drafting event proposals, invitations and programmes, identifying and contacting speakers)
- Liaising with external experts and interested stakeholders, as well as building and maintaining a network
- Supporting fundraising activities for the Programme
- Producing new ideas and taking initiative on projects and activities
Candidates who meet the above requirements should send by e-mail a short motivation letter together with a CV to Emma Woodford at cv@epc.eu. Please mention SEWB-PA + Name Surname in the subject field of the email. Deadline for applications is Friday 14 February 2025, however we will review them on a rolling basis and will interview early applicants who fit the above criteria before the closing date.In view of the expected high number of applications, we will only be able to contact the candidates shortlisted for an interview. Thank you for your understanding and for your interest in this vacancy.The EPC is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and particularly encourage applicants from groups of society that are not well represented in Brussels think tanks, Brussels-based civil society or European policy making