Advocacy Officer

The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) is a volunteer-led, not-for-profit, medical society. It is an independent, non-governmental organisation. The ESC is a source of high quality, evidence-based science that pushes the boundaries of cardiovascular medicine. Our members and decision-makers are healthcare professionals who give their time and expertise freely, while continuing their daily, high-paced clinical and/or research work. ESC volunteers are world-renowned experts; their opinions are routinely sought and their papers regularly published and referenced. The ESC coordinates observational registries, creates clinical practice guidelines, and organises and endorses educational programmes. We disseminate robust and independent science through our congresses, journals and educational digital tools. We’re the voice of the cardiology community when advocating for heart-health policies, regulations and funding. All of these things enable us to identify cardiovascular trends, address inequalities, share best practices to improve standards of care for patients We are: - 2,500 volunteers - 57 National Cardiac Societies / 49 Affiliated Cardiac Societies - Over 102,000 members We share the latest in cardiovascular science through: - 17 journals - including our flagship, European Heart Journal - 14 congresses - including ESC Congress, the largest cardiology congress in the world - 80+ webinars per year, numerous courses, and 4 post-graduate programmes in collaboration with leading universities The ESC employs +220 staff, based in Nice and Brussels, who support ESC volunteers in the development and management of these activities The ESC is currently looking for 1 **Advocacy officer for a Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle** (CIP), as from as soon as possible for 6 months to work at its offices in Brussels. **Major duties and responsibilities**:Policy monitoring and research, outreach to policy makers and stakeholders together with senior colleagues, assistance with external communications and ad hoc support - Conduct Policy Monitoring & Research in order to identify opportunities to promote the ESC's advocacy objectives - Conduct Policy Monitoring & Research in order to identify opportunities to promote the ESC's advocacy objectives - Develop ESC Advocacy Communications in order to inform ESC members and the public at large of ESC policy efforts to improve cardiovascular health **Profile**: - a post-secondary education attested by a diploma - Education in a relevant field (European Studies, Political Science or other relevant education). - Good understanding of EU institutions, policies, and procedures. - Good computer skills (Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook and PowerPoint); - Proficient in English, other languages such as French will be considered an advantage; - Self-motivated and able to work in a cross-functional team - Interested in health policy and willing to learn more about this field in order to offer the best support .**Contract**: - Convention d’Immersion professionnelle for 6 months as from as soon as possible **Conditions**: - 38h / week - Convention d’immersion professionnelle grants + lunch card - No teleworking days **Application**: - A cover letter - A CV - Your availability (notice period...) - As part of its diversity policy, the ESC is an equal opportunity employer._ - The ESC is a signatory of "La Charte Activateur de Progrès" which shares the conviction that disability is a powerful lever for innovation in favour of a more inclusive model to meet the challenge of equal opportunities._ **Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary, Internship Contract length: 6 months Work Location: In person