Trade Policy Officer

BEUC - European Consumers Organisation

Brussels, Belgium

Reporting to the Director General, the position will involve:

• Providing intelligence, information and advice to BEUC and BEUC member organisations on the development of the TTIP negotiations between the EU and the US;
• Preparing consultation and position papers as well as technical briefings on these issues;
• Representing BEUC and its member organisations in external meetings and conferences;
• Maintaining and developing contacts with EU and US officials, MEPs, and other stakeholders involved in the TTIP negotiations.

The main qualifications we are looking for are:

• A Master degree preferably in Economics or International Trade;
• A strong technical knowledge and understanding of trade related issues with particular emphasis on consumer specific conditions and implications; 
• At least 3 years of professional experience in public affairs;
• The ability to write and communicate well in English, knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage;
• An initial working knowledge of the EU institutions;
• A proven ability to understand, appreciate and explain the technical issues which arise in the international trade area, both for bilateral and multilateral agreements;
• A proven interest in understanding, appreciating and articulating the consumer interest;
• Ability to work well with people from different backgrounds; 
• Team player; 
• Ability to perform under pressure; 
• Well organised.

We offer:

• A multidisciplinary and multicultural working environment within an organisation dedicated to the promotion of the interests of consumers;
• A non-routine job implying action in several topics according to the priorities decided by BEUC with regard to the consumer interests within the EU;
• Networking opportunities with numerous organisations; 
• A full-time one-year contract with possible renewal for 1 year, competitive package (salary, fringe benefits and extra-legal paid leave).

Applications for the post, cover letter and CV, should be sent before 26 February by e-mail to apply@beuc.eu with subject line: Trade Policy Officer.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

For more information about BEUC go to www.beuc.eu.