EU Advocacy Advisor

PAX is the largest peace organisation in the Netherlands. For the past 75 years, we have been working with local partners in conflict areas worldwide to protect civilians. Against violence of war, towards ending armed conflict and building inclusive peace. If you also believe that everyone has the right to a dignified life in a peaceful society, come work with us!

PAX is looking for an

EU Advocacy Advisor

(28 to 36 hours per week)

Based in Brussels
Advocacy is at the core of PAX’s work. The Public Affairs (PA) team coordinates and implements advocacy in collaboration with country and thematic specialist teams, and our civil society partner organisations from around the world. In particular, the PA team targets UN and EU institutions and representation of member states through its’ liaison offices in New York and Brussels, both with one full time Advocacy Advisor. Advocacy towards the Dutch government and parliament is conducted from the PAX headquarters in the Netherlands. Furthermore, the PA team contributes to strengthening capacities for advocacy with partner organizations.

What will you do?

The EU Advocacy Advisor is responsible for the facilitation and implementation of PAX advocacy towards EU institutions and representations of member states, information and advice to PAX colleagues on EU policy development, end representation of PAX towards EU institutions and Brussels based INGO’s and networks.

Current priorities for the EU Advocacy Advisor are the Middle East, in particular Yemen, Syria and Syrian refugees in the region, Protection of Civilians (including contacts to NATO), the European Peace Facility, security in the Sahel region and facilitating advocacy on EU thematic issues related to peace and security. Priorities can always change due to current developments, in particular the role of EU in Ukraine might be high on the agenda. The EU Advocacy Advisor reports to the Team Leader Public Affairs and works closely with other members of the PA team and program staff at PAX.

Who are we looking for?

• Strong understanding and experience of advocacy towards the EU and member states;
• Strong understanding of and work experience in the field of peacebuilding, human rights or refugee policies, (work) experience in a conflict-affected country is an advantage;
• Proven experience and skills in working with colleagues or partners from around the world;
• At least three years of relevant work experience;
• University degree or comparable level (Political Science, Conflict Studies, International Law or other relevant studies);
• Required competencies: Analysis and opinion forming, persuasiveness, autonomy, result-oriented, networking skills & Situational awareness
• Excellent command of English, both verbal and written. Other languages such as French, Arabic, Ukrainian or Russian could be useful.
• Willingness to travel internationally to the PAX headquarters in Utrecht and program countries for meetings with partners;
• Affinity with PAX’s mission and values;
• Eligible to work in the EU.

Screening for integrity is part of the application process at PAX. PAX believes it is important to guarantee the reliability, professionalism and integrity of its organisation and employees. For this reason, PAX requests a Declaration of Conduct (VOG) or equivalent for new employees.

What do we offer?

• The EU Advocacy Advisor is based in the PAX office in Brussels, together with the Advocacy Strengthening Advisor of the PA team and one program officer;
• A fascinating challenge, a cutting-edge task, a dynamic and international working environment;
• Start date as soon as possible;
• Appointment for 28 hours per week (0,78 fte) with possible extension to 36 hours (1 fte) (depending on funding), initially for one year with prospects for extension;
• Salary scale 10, depending on experience min. € 2.834,35 to max. € 4.739,91 gross per month for 36 hours per week;
• 8% holiday-allowance and an end of year bonus;
• Full reimbursement of commuting expenses within Brussels, 2

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class public transport and meal vouchers.

Procedure and information

For more information about PAX see:
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Do you have any questions? Please contact Jan Jaap van Oosterzee, Team Leader Public Affairs, via
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Interested candidates are requested to submit their CV and motivation letter addressed to Jan Jaap van Oosterzee, solely by using the following
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The closing date for applications to this position is
March 15
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2024
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The first round of interviews will be scheduled for the week of March 18
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2024.
At PAX we are looking for motivated colleagues with passion and courage, to build a diverse, inclusive and authentic working environment together. Even if you do not tick all the boxes, we still encourage you to apply, because who knows, we might be a good match together!

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