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 to societal resilience and eradicating inequalities, healthcare systems and the future of work and skills.
The successful candidate should have an academic background and a good understanding of EU institutions. S/he/x should have a good knowledge of the current EU policy developments in social, health- and pharmaceutical policies and a good understanding of the EU legislative process, funding instruments and governance aspects. 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:
- Ability to research, write and present good quality policy analysis
- Understanding of EU policy developments and ability to recognise linkages across policy areas
- Communication and social skills (oral and written) and ability to engage and network with experts and interested stakeholders
- Ability to work independently as well as in a multi-disciplinary team
- Fluent in English
The main duties are:
- Research and writing policy analyses
- Participation in Horizon Europe projects
- Organising events and liaising with external experts and interested stakeholders
- Supporting fundraising activities for the Programme
- Producing new ideas and taking initiative on projects and activities
- Working closely with/mentoring juniors
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 30 June 2024, 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