The Danish Embassy is looking for a political advisor – Maternity cover

Do you have a keen interest in politics and a desire to work with domestic, foreign and European policy developments in The Netherlands? Are you proactive and a great networker? Do you enjoy working in a busy team, where tasks change from day to day? Then we just might be looking for you!

The Embassy of Denmark is looking for a political advisor to join the political department while our colleague is on maternity leave.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Reporting on developments in The Netherlands within areas of particular interest to Denmark, including domestic, foreign and European policy developments, migration and green transition.
• Assisting Danish ministries and public authorities with information on a wide range of subjects, including by liaising with Dutch ministries and organisations.
• Representing Danish interests and opinions vis-à-Vis Dutch decision-makers.
• Organising and preparing visits by delegations from Denmark.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Relevant education and/or similar professional experience
• Cultural understanding of the Netherlands and Denmark
• A positive, open-minded and pro-active attitude
• A high sense of responsibility
• Full proficiency in English and Dutch is required; knowledge of Danish is considered an asset.
• IT proficiency
• Great interpersonal skills and team player abilities as well as interest in and willingness to share knowledge with – and learn from – colleagues
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to the changing needs of the Embassy
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work under time pressure

Employment conditions

• We offer a temporary employment for a period of 6 months
• Your standard working hours will be 37 hours (5 days) per week
• Your salary will reflect your responsibility, your qualifications and experience

Application and recruitment process

To apply for the position, please send your application (letter of motivation, CV, proof of relevant education as well as relevant references) in English to [email protected] marked Political advisor no later than midnight 15th of June 2022

The Embassy attaches great importance to equal opportunities for all and therefore welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, religion, age or disability.

Selected candidates will be invited for interviews.

The chosen candidate must present a Criminal Record and pass security clearance by the Danish authorities prior to the commencement of employment.

Questions

For any questions regarding the position, please contact Ina Schaafsma, joscha [at] um.dk or +31 (0)70 302 5962

For more information about the Embassy, see www.nederlandene.um.dk