Principal Adviser “International Relations”

Principal Adviser “International Relations”

European Commission – Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy

Brussels (Belgium)

(grade AD14)

COM/2021/10401

The mission of the Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO) is to contribute to the building of a European Union where people in all our regions and cities can realise their full potential. DG REGIO manages the European Regional Development Fund and the Cohesion Fund. DG REGIO proposes a position of Principal Adviser for International Relations who will define and coordinate the international strategy of the Directorate-General.

Your responsibilities:

• Defining the international strategy and ensuring the implementation of relevant actions;
• Representing the Directorate-General in the policy dialogues on regional and urban matters with third countries;
• Ensuring the coordination with the associated services. 

Your skills:

• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, sound political judgement and ability to generate and implement new ideas;
• Solid understanding of international relations in the context of EU cohesion policy;
• Strong negotiation, communication and presentation skills.

The Commission applies an equal opportunities policy encouraging applications that could contribute towards more diversity, gender equality and overall geographical balance.

Please consult the Official Journal C 90 A of 17/03/2021 for the detailed vacancy notice as well as the eligibility and selection criteria.

Registration for applicants: https://ec.europa.eu/dgs/human-resources/seniormanagementvacancies/

The closing date for registration is 21/04/2021, 12 noon Brussels time.