Based in Turin, Italy, the European Training Foundation (ETF) is the EU centre of expertise in the field of human capital development. Working in countries neighbouring the EU, we help reform education, training and labour market systems in the context of the EU external relations policies. Our work is based on the conviction that helping people to learn and develop can contribute significantly to greater prosperity, sustainable growth and social inclusion.

The ETF is seeking a Deputy Director to coordinate and implement the ETF's operational work. S/he will also be responsible, under the leadership of the Director, for stakeholder relations and internal management.

The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the EU institutions as well as EU policies in human capital development and external relations. S/he will also be highly skilled in project management, planning, monitoring and evaluation, human resources and financial management.

As an agency of the EU we offer a dynamic, multi-cultural working environment and attractive salary, benefits and working conditions.

Further details are available from the job vacancies section on
www.etf.europa.eu. All applications must be submitted through the website or by fax.

The closing date for applications is 5 September 2011.