Programme Officer

# Programme Officer
- European Commission (FGIV, Brussels)European CommissionECBrussels, Belgium### About European CommissionThe executive branch of the European Union, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and managing day-to-day EU business.
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- €5,034/monthDeadline22 September 2026## About this positionThe summary below is published by European Commission on the official vacancy notice. Our own analysis — salary realism, comparable openings, career trajectory, language profile — follows further down the page.
Programme OfficerService for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI)of the European CommissionJob title: Programme officerDomain: External relationsWhere : Unit FPI.01 – “Global Security”, BrusselsFunction Group : FG IVContract Type : 3bExpress your interest until : 22.09.2026
- 12.00 (noon, Brussels time)WE AREFPI staff around the globe are proud of the work that they are achieving and have a strong senseof purpose and motivation. They take, and value, a high level of personal responsibility. A policy-driven approach, a focus on priorities, solutions and impact, combined with a welcoming andsupporting atmosphere, are part of the service’s corporate culture. The service promotesprofessionalism and teamwork, encourages commitment and promotes respect. It also seeks toembed trust and fairness while prioritising effective communication at all levels.
The Service reports directly to the HR/VP. The Service works in close cooperation with the otherCommission services, as well as with the EEAS, both in headquarters and in delegations.
Within the Service for Foreign Policy Instruments, FPI.1 manages thematic actions in partnercountries worldwide under...
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Key responsibilities
According to the vacancy notice, the role centres on the following duties:
* Manage portfolio in thematic areas including identification and design of actions
* Prepare and manage calls for proposals and tenders, including evaluations
* Negotiate contracts and monitor projects
* Coordinate with Commission line DGs and EEAS on EU policies and their projection abroad
* Maintain relations with EU Member States, EEAS, Commission DGs, implementing partners and partner countries
* Contribute to briefings and presentations
* Represent the European Commission as required
* Ensure coherence of EU's external action in implementing policies addressing external security threats## Are you eligible?Check these requirements from the notice before investing time in an application:
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Education:
Completed university studies of at least three years attested by a diploma
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Experience:
At least five years' proven experience in programme and/or project management in the field of external cooperation. At least three years' proven professional experience in external cooperation on security matters, including support to policy implementation and coordination and engagement with international partners, in hybrid and cyber threats (Post 1) or counterterrorism (Post 2).
* Languages: English (C1), French (B2)
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skills:
Strong team spirit, Excellent planning and coordination skills, High level of professional integrity, Proactive and flexible, Able to organise work independently, Strong sense of responsibility, Positive attitude and strong motivation, Openness to new demands, Excellent writing and communication skills, Outstanding interpersonal skills
* Eligibility: Must be a citizen of a Member State of the EU and enjoy full rights as a citizen. Must have fulfilled any obligations imposed by applicable laws concerning military service. Must be physically fit to perform the duties linked to the position. Must produce appropriate character references as to suitability for the performance of the duties. Must have passed an EPSO CAST in the relevant Function Gr...## Selection processThe notice describes the following selection steps:
* Registration in EPSO CAST permanent database
* Submission of CV (Europass format) and completed application form
* Selection of candidates from EPSO database with appropriate profile
* Interview with selection panel to assess best candidates## Contract and working arrangementsContract duration: Contract Type 3b.
Hiring unit: Unit FPI.01 – Global Security, Service for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI), European Commission.## Position detailsReference: EC/2026/FPI/521744Directorate-General: FPI
- Foreign Policy InstrumentsVacancy Notice: Download PDFLast Verified: 9 September 2026## Position overviewThis is the official EU Careers listing for Programme Officer at European Commission based in Brussels at the FGIV grade level (Contract Agent). The vacancy reference is EC/2026/FPI/521744. It is hosted by FPI
- Foreign Policy Instruments, the Directorate-General responsible for this policy area. The role falls under the External Relatio