Policy Intern

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Assist EVPA’s Head of Policy as well as Public Affairs Manager in the implementation of EVPA policy-related activities, namely:
  • Contacts with EVPA Members and relevant EU and multilateral authorities (European Commission, Parliament, Council, EESC, EIF, OECD, G8 GSG, etc.)
  • Support the organisation of webinars dedicated to learning about EU and / or national policies (i.e. EU funding for the VP/SI sector, retail social investment, Social Impact Bonds, etc.)
  • Support the development of a cross-border best-policy-sharing initiative focusing on inspirational national policies
  • Assist in the preparation & follow-up of EVPA policy meetings and event(s)
  • Draft policy material (communications for EVPA Newsletter, contributions to public consultations, etc.)
  • Update and maintain EVPA policy website and database of contacts
• Other administrative tasks (reporting, logistics, etc.)

Skills and Qualities

• Proven policy literacy and understanding of European institutions and decision-making process
• Knowledge of Venture Philanthropy and Social Investment an asset (or demonstrable curiosity and willingness to learn)
• Well organised and able to work on projects autonomously
• Good at time management, forward planning and prioritisation
• Proactive attitude with attention to detail and accuracy
• Written and spoken fluency in English, any other European language(s) an asset
• Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Terms and Conditions

• Paid internship
• Based in Brussels
• Start date: May 2017, for a duration of 6 months (expandable)
• Must be currently enrolled or have completed graduate or master’s programme
• Possibility to grow in terms of responsibilities and opportunities as part of a small and dynamic team
• Experience in an entrepreneurial and fast moving environment

Please send your CV and motivation letter by 16 April 2017 to Simon Ott: sott@evpa.eu.com (only those selected candidates will be contacted for an interview).