Senior Policy Responsible “social Affairs

il y a 3 semaines


Brussels, Belgique SMEunited Temps plein

**SMEunited** is looking for a
**Senior Policy Adviser** in
**Social Affairs & Training Policy**. Your keyresponsibilities will consist of developing and managing, in cooperation with our members, the representation of SMEs at European level, towards European institutions, stakeholders and public opinion. You will develop activities in the field of employment, labour law, migration, occupational safety and health, apprenticeship, entrepreneurship education, vocational education & training, etc.

Are you passionate about SMEs? Do you have experience in EU policy-making, a proven track record in lobbying and building advocacy strategies? Do you want to make a difference for SMEs in their war for talent? Do you work accurately and are you organised? Are you fluent in English and also master other European languages? Are you a socially skilled person ready to work in a multicultural environment? Do you have a flexible attitude and do you like to work in an independent way in a small team? Then we look forward to welcoming you to our team

**Job description**

The Senior Policy Adviser will be responsible for:

- Developing and implementing advocacy activities and strategy;
- Cooperating with member organisations and enhancing their capacity in EU policy-making;
- Building and maintaining a strong network with representatives from EU institutions and stakeholders and setting up alliances were appropriate;
- Developing and implementing projects which can contribute to develop knowhow and best practices in the field of social affairs and training policy;
- Contributing to ensure the impact of the SMEunited positions and enhancing the visibility and notoriety of SME views;
- Contributing to the strategy and organisational development of SMEunited, amongst others by coaching team members, proposing ideas on the improvement of products and services, etc.

**Skills & competences**

**at least 10 years experience** in EU policy-making and master the following skills:

- knowhow of SME characteristics;
- knowhow on employment policy, labour law, migration, occupational safety and health, apprenticeships, entrepreneurship education, vocational education and training, etc.;
- good understanding of the functioning of the EU policy process;
- strong networking skills;
- project management skills;
- decision-making with conceptual, creative and analytical thinking;
- excellent interpersonal skills, be a team player who can also work independently;
- effective verbal and written communication skills;
- fluent in English - other languages are an asset;
- client and service-oriented;
- flexibility;
- willingness to travel;
- academic level or equivalent based on experience.

**Conditions**

The vacancy is a full-time position (38 hours per week) with a permanent contract under Belgian law. The position is based in Brussels. Applicants must have the right to work in Belgium.

SMEunited offers a competitive salary package consisting of a monthly salary and several additional in-kind benefits. An attractive holiday plan is offered as well. Flexibility and balance between work and private life are equally important.

**Contact**

To apply, please send

**About SMEunited**

SMEunited, the voice of SMEs in the EU, is the SME organisation representing the interests of Crafts and SMEs in Europe with 67 member organisations from over 30 European countries.

SMEunited is a recognised employers’ organisation and European Social Partner. We represent national cross-sectoral Craft and SME federations, European SME branch organisations and associate members. We are a non-profit seeking and non-partisan organisation.

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