eacon is currently looking to fill the following vacancies:

1. PUBLIC AFFAIRS CONSULTANT

Sorry, this position is no longer available

2. RESEARCH ASSISTANT

This position is no longer available but you can send your application in case an opportunity arises.

eacon is also looking for a Research Assistant for a 12 months contract. Applicants should fulfil as a minimum the following requirements:

• Relevant university degree

• Knowledge of EU law and politics including EU institutions and decision making

• Prior work experience/internship(s) at EU level

• Experience in health/research/industry policies an advantage

• Excellent English, some knowledge of French and/or German an asset

• Strong spoken and written communication skills

• Analytical skills and attention to detail

• Computer literate

• Good team player with ability to work independently

Your tasks will include:

• Monitoring policy developments

• Undertaking detailed research

• Handling data, performing assessment and following up on the research

• Assisting in preparation of presentations and project related topics

• Some routine administration and support

3. INTERNSHIPS

Eacon offers internship opportunities all year long to students seeking to gain valuable insight in the field of political consultancy and get to know better interesting aspects of EU policy making. Three months is the minimum duration requested.

Your tasks will include:

• Monitoring of relevant political developments in the EU

• Participation in project work and event management

• Writing texts and preparing presentations

• Assistance with marketing and administrative work

Your profile:

• Knowledge of EU law and politics

• Excellent written and conversational skills

• Flexible, quick learner

• Good knowledge of MS Office applications

• At least basic knowledge of French and/or German

• Relevant professional experience (previous internships or other experience) is a plus.

No particular curriculum/degree is expected. Applicants can be graduates or students (min. 3rd year) in one of the relevant fields (political science, law, European economics, communication, journalism etc.). Applicants for whom an internship is a compulsory part of their curriculum will be regarded as priority.

Interested?
To apply for these positions please send your CV and cover letter referencing the position you apply for in the subject, and for internships, indicating the preferred duration (with start and end date) to:

eacon – Human resources
Attn: Christine Gray, Office Manager
Avenue des Arts 39
1040 Brussels
info@eacongroup.com