Deadline: October 20, 2024
Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about the work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Ethiopia? Apply now for the traineeship for young graduates at the EU Delegation to Ethiopia.
A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Ethiopia, starting in November 2024. The selected person candidate will support the work of the section on press, public diplomacy and organization of events as well as assist with political, economic and human rights issues.
The main tasks of the delegate include:
- Assist with research of a political nature.
- Political analysis of the national and regional situation; contribution to reports, and briefings.
- Draft texts, such as social media posts, press releases, and memos.
- Gather and monitor daily news and events; support preparation of daily press reviews.
- Public diplomacy, including information, communication and use of social media, organization of and participation in internal and external events (meetings, seminars, conferences).
- Contribute to administrative tasks as required, e.g., translations, letters, filing emerging tasks in his/her fields of responsibility.
Eligibility
- Taking into account the local health and security conditions, applicants currently residing in Ethiopia will only be considered.
- Young graduate, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent diploma in International relations, European Affairs, Political science, Journalism, Law
- Interest in and preferably prior knowledge of EU institutional framework and policies
- Interest in and preferably prior knowledge of Ethiopian political developments
- Self-motivation and ability to work autonomously
- Ability to handle politically sensitive issues in a responsible manner
- Excellent analytical and drafting skills
- Excellent communication skills
Application
Candidates must apply to the e-mail address DELEGATION-ETHIOPIA-HR@eeas.europa.eu and send the following documents:
- A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) – https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/ (CVs in other formats will not be considered).
- a cover letter describing why you want to participate in an EU traineeship.
- And an application form.
Mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship – PPI section
For more information, visit European Union Traineeship.
