Position: EU Affairs Assistant — Contrat d’Immersion Professionnelle
Organisation: Geneva Call
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Duration: 6 months (full-time, 38–40 hours/week) with possible extension for another 6 months period
Start Date: As soon as possible
Language: English and French

Background & Context

Geneva Call is an international non-profit organisation promoting respect for humanitarian norms. The organisation seeks an EU Affairs Assistant under a Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle to support its EU advocacy, policy monitoring, and institutional engagement activities in Brussels.

The position is designed to provide hands-on professional experience in EU policy processes, advocacy support, stakeholder engagement, and event coordination within a humanitarian organisation.

Purpose of the Assignment

The EU Affairs Assistant will support Geneva Call’s EU advocacy work by contributing to administrative support to the Head of the EU Office, stakeholder engagement, policy monitoring and research. This position is governed by a Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle (CIP) and is intended to provide supervised professional immersion in line with Belgian regulations.

Scope of Work & Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Head of the EU Office, the EU Affairs Assistant will:

  • Provide administrative and logistical support to the Head of the EU Office, including scheduling, coordination, and meeting preparation.
  • Support advocacy and stakeholder engagement, including tracking interactions with EU institutions, Member States, and civil society networks, and assisting with meeting preparation and follow-up.
  • Support EU policy monitoring and research, including tracking relevant EU legislative and policy developments and preparing concise summaries.
  • Assist in drafting briefing notes, policy updates, talking points, and meeting summaries for internal and external use.
  • Contribute to the organisation of events, workshops, and briefings in Brussels.
  • Maintain and update contact lists, databases, and documentation related to EU affairs.
  • Carry out any other tasks related to EU affairs and office activities as required by the Head of the EU Office, in line with the learning objectives of the immersion contract.

Learning Objectives

Through this immersion, the trainee will:

  • Gain practical knowledge of EU institutions, policymaking processes, and advocacy work.
  • Develop skills in policy research, drafting, coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strengthen understanding of humanitarian issues and networks in the EU context.
  • Build organisational and professional skills relevant to EU advocacy roles.

Deliverables

By the end of the contract, the EU Affairs Assistant will contribute to:

  • Regular EU policy monitoring outputs (e.g. summaries or updates).
  • Update the Brussels office contact and data list.
  • Support the Brussels Office communication strategy to the EU in line with the overall Geneva Call’s communication strategy.
  • At least two briefing notes on EU policy issues relevant to Geneva Call.
  • A final learning and reflection note outlining skills acquired and experience gained.

Supervision & Reporting

The EU Affairs Assistant will report directly to the Head of the EU Office, with regular supervision, guidance, and feedback.

Duration, Work Hours & Location

  • Duration: 6 months, with possible extension
  • Work Hours: Full-time (38–40 hours per week)
  • Duty Station: Brussels, Belgium (hybrid work arrangement possible)

Insurance and other arrangements will be provided in accordance with Belgian CIP requirements.

Eligibility & Competencies

Education & Profile

  • University degree (Bachelor or Master) in EU Affairs, International Relations, Political Science, Law, or a related field.
  • Strong interest in EU policy and humanitarian issues.

Skills

  • Fluency in English and in French.
  • Strong drafting, research, and analytical skills.
  • Good organisational and communication abilities.

Legal Requirement

  • Candidate must be eligible to work under a Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle in Belgium and to comply with regional training plan requirements.

Conditions & Benefits

  • Monthly allowance in line with Belgian CIP regulations.
  • Accident insurance as required under the CIP framework.
  • Professional development opportunities within Geneva Call.
  • Benefits in line with Geneva Call’s Brussels Office practice (e.g. public transport contribution, meal vouchers).

Additional information

Performance Management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies described in this job description. Performance reviews will be conducted in accordance with Geneva Call’s Performance Management guidelines using the job description, the individual work‑ and professional development plan, and the competency framework.

Conflict of Interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to Geneva Call’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co‑workers at Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

How to Apply?

For Application Please only submit your CV and cover letter by February 26th 2026, by following the application link:

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short‑listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for a written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify, i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

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