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Social Affairs Freelancer

Eurocities, the network of major European cities, is recruiting a freelancer in the field of social affairs. The candidate would ideally start as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for supporting Eurocities’ activities related to the Social Affairs Forum by contributing to the organisation’s networking, advocacy and project activities related to different topics such as inclusive labour market and social innovation. In this role, you will:

  • support in the preparation of policy-transfer and mutual learning events on social affairs for Eurocities members, including study visits and peer reviews
  • support in the preparation of the Social Affairs Forum
  • organise dissemination and advocacy activities, including seminars, workshops and publications
  • provide support to Eurocities working groups on social affairs, preparing policy briefing and drafting policy papers
  • cooperate with colleagues to ensure the delivery of the annual work plan and mutual learning programme for social policies
  • maintain an up-to-date overview of policy developments and contribute with expertise and strategic insights to the policy work of Eurocities
  • ensure effective communication to members and more widely through the various channels available
  • support Eurocities general policy and project work, as well as other activities in line with the overall objectives

Profile

You have:

  • a successful track record of at least three years of work experience in EU project implementation
  • a Master’s degree or equivalent in social policies, social sciences, urban development, EU studies or related fields
  • thorough understanding of the EU institutions, decision-making processes and funding instruments
  • excellent knowledge of EU policies and programmes related to social inclusion
  • excellent knowledge of urban policies and cities in general, including the role of cities in the EU
  • excellent research and analytical skills, including the ability to collect, analyse and present information in a clear and concise way
  • experience in organising events and mutual learning activities
  • experience in coordinating working groups
  • strong organisation and coordination skills
  • excellent oral and written communications skills in English
  • good interpersonal skills for an international environment

You are:

  • a dynamic team player who also takes full responsibility for delivering results on your own work
  • agile in a changing environment with the ability to juggle competing deadlines
  • a self-starter, driven by the motivation to deliver outcomes for cities and citizens

Assets:

  • experience of working with cities, either in a city administration or through a network
  • experience in event management
  • other languages

We offer

  • a 6-month freelance contract
  • a daily rate between €200 and €250 net, depending on experience
  • a dynamic international team
  • a pleasant working environment
  • flexible working
  • full-time teleworking (if the candidate is not based in Belgium)
  • salary according to profile and experience

The selected candidate can be based in any EU country and should be able to prove freelancer status as a natural person.

Benefits

  • Eurocities promotes the importance of a work-life balance
  • a dynamic international team
  • a pleasant working environment
  • flexible working and relaxed dress code
  • part-time teleworking

Applicants are requested to send a letter of motivation explaining their suitability for the position, together with a CV by 17:00 on 30 January 2022 to: jobs.policy@eurocities.eu.
Please send the documents in pdf format and mention ‘Freelance SAF’ in the subject line.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be assessed daily and interviews may take place before the application deadline.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. CV and personal data of non-selected candidates are not shared with anyone outside Eurocities and will be deleted immediately after the recruitment process. For more information, read our privacy policy.