Research Assistant to Press & Public Diplomacy Section Mission of Japan to the EU

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Job Category

Editorial / Research

Job Experience

1 to 3 years

Job Location

Brussels

Expiration Date

11 May 2016

Research Assistant to Press and Public Diplomacy Section

Job Description

Main Duties:

• Monitor and research key policy debates in the EU on issues relevant to the Mission.
• Compile clear, concise and informative reports on meetings and events in Brussels – e.g. European Parliament plenaries sessions and committee and delegation meetings, think tank events, conferences, etc.
• Research and draft articles, speeches and correspondence in English for the Mission.
• Proofread English language texts for the Mission.

Other Tasks:

• Liaise with MEP offices and external actors to support the Mission’s activities.
• Overall support to the Head of the Press and Public Diplomacy Section e.g. conducting general administrative tasks, writing/sending letters and emails, drafting lists of participants with Excel etc.
• Carry out other general administrative tasks as requested.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent.
• A sound knowledge of the functioning of the European institutions and the decision-making process at EU level.
• Work experience with a demonstrated ability in research, analysis, and documentation; professional experience in EU institutions, particularly the European Parliament, would be an asset.
• Excellent drafting and editing skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Native level of English language.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to legally work in the EU.

This is a full time position. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Please send your CV and cover letter in English by 20 May, 2016 to info@eu.mofa.go.jp with only the title of the position and your last name in the subject line of the email (e.g. Research Assistant_LastName).

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