Senior Policy Advisor, EU Energy Diplomacy Lead (Internal Vacancy)

Senior Policy Advisor, EU Energy Diplomacy Lead (Internal Vacancy) 

E3G is looking for a Senior Policy Advisor to join its Global Energy Transition team to develop and lead our work on EU energy diplomacy and energy geopolitics. 

Role 

E3G is an independent climate change think tank with a global outlook. We are world leading strategists on the political economy of climate change, dedicated to achieving a safe climate for all.  

This Senior Policy Advisor role will lead on developing and delivering E3G’s strategy to shape EU international energy diplomacy. The candidate will work with EU policymakers, CSOs and with colleagues across E3G to influence the EU’s global influence on the clean energy transition, fossil fuel phaseout and global gas diplomacy.  

Key Responsibilities  

• Tracking developments in EU energy diplomacy and geopolitics. 

• Lead analysis, engagement and advocacy to ensure the EU considers the energy transition & and a fossil fuel phaseout a geopolitical priority.  

• Shape EU international energy diplomacy, including strategic and regional priorities ahead of major decision points and summits.  

• Support E3G work on the EU’s approach to energy outcomes at COP & UK-EU cooperation in the global context. 

• To support this work, build network of EU and key Member State officials, across Commission, Council and Parliament and within relevant international bodies on energy diplomacy and geopolitics, in particular on EU oil and gas geopolitics as well as key regions of interest. 

• Produce internal and external communications materials and undertake short pieces of wider analysis.  

• Collaborate with E3G colleagues working on multilateral fora, including international energy summits, climate weeks and COPs. 

• Contribute to Brussels office and Energy Transition Petal management, mentoring and strategic development as required. 

• Manage grant funding and support fundraising efforts.  

• Travel will be required. 

Person Description  

You are intellectually curious and enthusiastic about developing solutions to complex challenges. You are committed to high quality outputs and use collaboration to get to better outcomes. You are able to undertake strategic prioritisation.  You are able to work in a team of diverse personalities. You will be able to identify and engage with a range of external stakeholders to understand their perspectives and communicate your ideas and findings, keeping abreast of changing geopolitics and trends.  

Experience and Skills  

The successful candidate will bring relevant professional experience with progressive levels of responsibilities and a track record of achievements in the following areas:  

• Has several years of experience working in this field and relevant qualifications.  

• Has an established professional network on energy and EU energy diplomacy.  

• Has experience in developing and implementing outcome-focused strategies. 

• Demonstrate a track-record of building, leading and managing stakeholder relationships and partnerships. 

• Is a strong team player, committed to support shared team outcomes and achieving E3G’s objectives. 

• Communicates very effectively in written and spoken English.  

• Has experience of advocacy, including influencing senior officials and senior decision-makers from government and external organisations. 

• Some experience supporting the development of staff. 

What we offer  

• Permanent, full-time position.  

• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working approach.  

• 25 vacation days + additional leave between Christmas and New Year.  

• Mobile phone and mobile phone contract. 

• Hospitalisation and travel insurance. 

• Employers Pension contribution plan.  

• A reward and benefits package which compares well with other organisations within our sector. 

• The indicative gross monthly salary range for this position is between €3,947 to €4,167 in Brussels, dependent on experience and qualifications of the chosen candidate (13th month and holiday allowance included).  

• Yearly process for remuneration review. 

E3G is unable to provide relocation assistance to candidates who would need to change locations in order to take up this position. E3G will require candidates to demonstrate that they have the right to live and work in Belgium, or the country where the E3G office is based. E3G is unable to provide relocation assistance or visa support. 

How to apply  

 Please include:  

1. A CV of maximum two pages


2. A cover letter of no more than one page outlining your motivation to apply and the skills and experience you are bringing to the role.

The deadline for applications is Monday, 26 May. A first round of interviews will be conducted in the 3 weeks following the deadline. 

E3G values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or ethnic background. We aim to build an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the populations we support, and actively seek applications from those who are marginalized and underrepresented. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.