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Policy adviser: Natural Gas and Hydrogen Markets
The successful candidate will work on a full-time basis in the Europex Secretariat in Brussels. She/he will directly report to the Secretary General and mainly support the Gas Markets Working Group of the Association.
responsibilities and tasks
- Providing support to the Gas Markets Working Group in close coordination with the Head of the Working Group;
- Monitoring and reporting on EU policy developments on relevant files and key topics (i.e., implementation of the gas decarbonisation & hydrogen package, development of hydrogen and other renewable gases, guarantees of origin, AggregateEU, network codes & guidelines, etc.);
- Coordinating and assisting advocacy efforts towards the European institutions, ACER, relevant ministries and national regulatory authorities, etc.;
- Drafting of position papers, consultation responses, presentations, speaking points;
- Planning and execution of external policy events;
- Supporting internal events, including Board and General Assembly meetings;
- Building and maintaining good relationships with EU institutional actors and the other relevant associations and stakeholders; and
- Attending policy events, technical workshops, conferences and other events.
profile of the candidate
- Completed higher education in a relevant field (energy, economics, European studies, political science, law, etc.);
- Previous work experience of at least 3-5 years in EU affairs, preferably with knowledge of natural and/or renewable gas wholesale markets;
- Advanced knowledge of the functioning of the European institutions;
- Strong drafting skills and an excellent command of English. Other languages are a plus;
- Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a variety of external stakeholders;
- Ability to adjust technical content to different target groups;
- Independent work style and attention to detail;
- Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural professional environment;
- Advanced end user IT skills.
Offer
- Full-time contract and the opportunity to work in an international association in a highly dynamic policy environment;
- A varied role with the opportunity to take on more responsibility over time;
- The financial compensation will be commensurate with the qualifications and skills of the successful candidate.
How to apply
We only accept online applications. Please send a cover letter and your CV by Friday, 22 March 2024 to jobs@europex.org. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.