Policy and Research Officer

il y a 3 semaines


Brussels, Belgique Australian Embassy Temps plein

Do you want to contribute to Australia’s understanding of political, international and geo-strategic events in Europe? Are you organised and able to monitor and synthesise thematic topics across a wide range of policy areas? Do you thrive on working in a fast-paced environment?

**About the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade**

The role of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is to advance the interests of Australia and Australians internationally. This involves strengthening Australia’s security, enhancing Australia’s prosperity, delivering an effective and high-quality overseas aid program and helping Australian travellers and Australians overseas.

The department provides foreign, trade and development policy advice to the Australian Government. DFAT also works with other Australian government agencies to drive coordination of Australia’s pursuit of global, regional and bilateral interests.

**About the Australian Embassy in Brussels**

The Australian Embassy in Brussels is responsible for advancing Australia's bilateral interests with the European Union, the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), Belgium and Luxembourg, and for providing consular and passport services to Australians resident in or visiting Belgium and Luxembourg.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

**OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE**

You will monitor and report on EU policy developments of interest to Australia, with a particular focus on the EU’s Common Foreign and Security Policy, multilateralism and defence policy. You will provide prompt, well-researched and accurate policy advice; prepare written reports, background notes and CVs. You will represent the Embassy at meetings, seminars and workshops and support project and research work or analysis. You will operate with the highest standards of integrity and professionalism and use judgement to manage the flow of work and be able to work collaboratively across the Embassy to achieve outcomes.

High-level skills in French or other EU languages would be beneficial, as would knowledge and understanding of international issues relevant to Australia.

**About the position**

Under direction of the Counsellor (Political), the Policy and Research Officer is responsible for providing high-quality and timely research, analysis, policy advice and reporting relevant to Australia’s interests in the European Union. The position also supports the Embassy’s delivery of substantial and productive programs for visiting officials and ministers.

The key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

- Monitoring and reporting on EU policy developments of interest to Australia, with a particular focus on the EU’s Common Foreign and Security Policy, multilateralism and defence policy;
- Developing and distributing internally a daily summary of official EU statements;
- Providing prompt, well-researched and accurate policy advice;
- Preparing written reports, including diplomatic cables, background notes and CVs;
- Developing and maintaining a wide range of relationships with contacts in government, academia, the media, and NGOs;
- Representing the Embassy at meetings, seminars and workshops, and reporting on issues and outcomes, as required;
- Supporting the preparation and delivery of visits of Australian Government officials and ministers; and
- Supporting public diplomacy activities for the Australian mission.

**Qualifications/Experience**
- Excellent written/spoken English.
- A solid understanding of the European Union’s institutions international policies and priorities.
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
- High-level research and analytical skills, and an ability to produce high-quality written work in English.
- Strong interpersonal, representational, and networking skills.
- An ability to show initiative, prioritise, manage time effectively, meet tight deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a team.

**Desirable**:

- High-level skills in French or other EU languages would be beneficial.
- Knowledge and understanding of international issues relevant to Australia would be an advantage.
- Expertise in Indo-Pacific issues.

**General Requirements**
- Right to work in Belgium.

**REMUNERATION**

Gross monthly salary range of EUR 4413.

A 13th month payment may also be applicable.

Public holidays - 14 days paid leave per year.

In addition to regular salary payment, employees are entitled to receive meal ticket per day. A contribution is also made toward the cost of the employee’s travel to work as determined in accordance with applicable local law.

**HOW TO APPLY**

You will also need to send us your **curriculum vitae** (two A4 pages maximum) outlining your professional and academic background.

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