Coordinator & EU Policy Officer, Based in Brussels
Back to available jobsThe European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU) is an alliance between 13 universities committed to making a significant impact on society. At ECIU, students, teachers and researchers collaborate with cities, society and the business sector to tackle real-life challenges and drive transformative change. The consortium’s core strengths lie in innovation and creativity, which are harnessed to tackle societal challenges and foster the growth of a knowledge-based economy.
LiU, in collaboration with ECIU, is now seeking a highly dynamic Policy Officer to support our joint Brussels Office. The successful candidate will contribute to LiU’s and ECIU’s policy engagement and play an active role in outreach to EU institutions and networks.
The position
As our EU Policy Officer, you will represent both Linköping University and ECIU in Brussels, fostering strategic relationships with EU institutions, research networks, and key stakeholders. Your role will be crucial in monitoring EU policy developments, advocating for research and innovation policies, and ensuring the consortium’s active participation in European funding programs.
Based in Brussels, you will be working closely with the ECIU Brussels Office, ECIU funding advisors, and the Region Östergötland EU Office. The position will involve visits to Linköping University and other ECIU member institutions as needed.
In this role, you will drive LiU’s strategic positioning within Europe’s Research and Innovation Agenda actively supporting its vision of being a leading European university by 2030, while leveraging the collaborative strength of the ECIU.
Key responsibilities include:
- Advocacy & Lobbying: Develop and implement strategies to influence EU policies. Prepare position papers, policy briefs, and responses to consultations.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with EU institutions, research organizations, and advocacy groups.
- Policy Monitoring & Analysis: Track and analyze EU policy developments in research, innovation, and higher education, informing ECIU and LiU stakeholders.
- Strategic Communication: Provide clear insights into EU policies to internal stakeholders and ensure coherent messaging at the EU level.
- Project Funding: Identify EU funding opportunities, supporting the initiation of collaborative projects within the consortium and at LiU.
- Representation & Networking: Represent ECIU and LiU in EU forums, working groups, and key policy events.
The person we need
Your role will be characterized by independence, constructive and collegial international collaboration, with excellent opportunities for individual development. We are looking for someone with excellent skills in establishing and maintaining an international, professional network in Brussels. You think strategically, see the broader perspectives and have great abilities to analyze complex information and contexts. In this role, it is critical to have cultural awareness, valuing diversity and understanding how background, culture, and group affiliation can influence decisions and actions. You should be able to consider these factors when making decisions and choosing courses of action. We are looking for someone who works well with others, has strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work closely with ECIU member institutions.
We want you to have:
- Experience with EU affairs - practical experience working within EU institutions, research and innovation policy, and advocacy
- Expertise in EU policy work - deep understanding of EU policy processes, European interest organizations, and EU research and innovation programs
- Experience in positioning science in a political context and in drafting strategic policy documents
- A master's degree or equivalent
- Excellent communication skills - very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written
It is advantageous if you have:
- An existing professional network within EU institutions
- Knowledge of additional EU languages
The workplace
LiU Grants Office is a support function that provides qualified research funding support for researchers at Linköping University and is part of the Research Support Division at the University Services. The Research Support Division also includes the Program Office, which provides support with larger research programs, and the Research Analysis Office, which produces qualified analyses and monitoring related to research and research funding. You will be part of a pleasant group of highly qualified team-members, consisting of research coordinators, economists, administrators, and coordinators. Many of our employees hold PhDs and have several years of research experience.
The employment
You will be stationed in Brussels in accordance with the Swedish framework agreement on international service abroad (URA). The agreement applies to government employees who will be stationed abroad during service abroad.
The employment is initially limited to two years with the possibility of extension.
Starting date: By agreement
Salary and employment benefits
The university applies individual salaries. More information about employee benefits is available here.
Union representatives
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Application procedure
Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must reach Linköping University no later than 15 May 2025.
Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.
A work sample may be required.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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