Policy Officer

Hydrogen Europe

Hydrogen Europe is the European association representing the interests of the hydrogen industry and its stakeholders and promoting hydrogen as an enabler of a zero-emission society. With more than 600+ members, including 40+ European regions and 30+ national associations, we encompass the entire value chain of the European hydrogen and fuel cell ecosystem. Our vision is to propel global carbon neutrality by accelerating the European hydrogen industry.   For more information, please visit our website.

Main responsibilities

• Contribute to developing and rolling out Hydrogen Europe’s strategy, positioning, and advocacy on current and future EU climate and industrial policy issues notably with regards to carbon pricing policies, industrial policy for manufacturing in Europe and sustainability aspects in the hydrogen economy, as well as EU transport policy issues particularly with regards to aviation and maritime transport.
• Support the industrial policy & sustainability team and the mobility team inter alia in drafting position papers with the industry, and preparing responses to public consultations.
• Coordinate and support the work of Hydrogen Europe’s Mobility and Industrial Policy & Sustainability Working groups, and provide support to other working groups.
• Advocate Hydrogen Europe positions towards European policy makers in coordination with the transport and industrial policy & sustainability policy director and the chief policy officer
• Represent Hydrogen Europe externally, developing partnership with other like-minded stakeholders, participating and speaking at external events.
• Preparing briefings and documents for a variety of purposes/audiences.

Requirements

• University or advanced degree in Social Sciences, Political Sciences (EU studies, Political Science, International Relations), European law, economics, energy management, etc.
• Minimum 3 years work experience in European affairs; knowledge and strong interest in the mobility and industrial & sustainable policy sector with a passion for hydrogen is a plus.
• Fluency in English. Knowledge of other European languages is an asset.
• Solid understanding of EU institutions and their workings as well as understanding of the current situation related to politics, economics and policy related to energy and climate.
• Experience in handling EU dossiers.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Accuracy, attention to detail.
• Meeting deadlines and providing a high-quality service, even when working under pressure.
• Flexible, reliable, good team player with positive can-do attitude.

Skills

• Solid organisational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple issues and tight deadlines.
• Excellent written, communication and analytical skills.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge and capability with Microsoft Office such as PowerPoints, Word and Excel .

What we offer

• We offer a competitive remuneration package with generous extra legal benefits.
• Flexible working from home policy (2 days/week)
• This job requires to be based in Brussels. Hydrogen Europe will require candidates to demonstrate that they have the right to live and work in Belgium.
• A dynamic, modern, and international workplace.

Start: as soon as possible

How to apply?

• Please fill in the form below and put “Policy Officer” as the position you’re applying for. 
• Applications to be considered valid must include: a one-page letter of motivation, proof that you can live and work in Belgium, and a CV. Please do not send anything else.
• Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Belgium and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in Belgium. 
• Any incomplete applications will be disregarded. 
• The deadline for applications is 27.09.2024. Please be advised that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”. Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen. 
• Applications will be reviewed as they come and the selection process may close as soon as a suitable candidate is shortlisted.
• Interviews will be held as soon as candidates have been identified.
• Due to the high number of applications, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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