Programme Assistant

The EPC is looking for a Programme Assistant (equivalent to a paid internship) to join its European Migration and Diversity Programme, for a period of 6 months, starting in September/October. 

This is an entry-level position targeted at recent graduates or graduates having acquired first work experience through internships. 

The successful candidate should have a demonstrated knowledge of and interest in EU migration and asylum policies, e.g., through prior internships or course choices, a solid academic background, a good understanding of EU institutions and decision-making processes, and an interest in organising events and carrying out desk research on various topics related to EU immigration policies. 

The candidate should have the following profile: 

  • Post-graduate degree in political science or law 
  • Previous relevant work experience in policy analysis, organising events and research (internship would suffice) would be a plus 
  • Excellent analytical and writing skills 
  • Strong interest in European affairs 
  • Good organisational and time management skills 
  • Self-disciplined, able to work both independently and in a multinational team 
  • Dynamic, flexible, reliable and attentive to details 
  • Fluency in English (oral and written, native speaker level) 

Main duties: 

  • Supporting EPC analysts in organising events (including drafting event proposals, invitations and programmes, contacting speakers, assisting during the events) 
  • Background research, analysis of data and support in writing publications 
  • Support in writing project and funding proposals. 

Candidates who meet the above requirements should send by e-mail a short motivation letter together with a CV to Maral Bedrossian (Ms), m.bedrossian@epc.eu. Please mention EMDPA in the subject line. 

Deadline for applications: Tuesday 10 September 2019.   

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