Political Officer /European Union Delegation to Syria (based in Beirut)

The successful candidate will work under the supervision and responsibility of the relevant Head of Political, Press and Information Section and  perform the following tasks:

• identify and analyse political and economic developments in Syria
• assist in drafting reports aimed at informing EU Headquarters
• assist in monitoring press, social-media and other open sources active on Syria
• attending meetings/webinars on relevant topics
• perform other tasks, as designated by the Head of Section

Minimum Requirements:

• Medically fit to perform the required duties;
• Enjoys civil rights and permits for employment under local law;

Technical knowledge:

• Languages: Fluency in written and oral English. Good command of French and Arabic as well as any other regional languages is an asset;
• IT tools: Good computer skills on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, outlook applications, social media platforms relevant for the above-mentioned tasks.
• Have a good knowledge of the Middle East and its politics;

Communication and other personal skills:

• Have strong drafting and analytical skills combined with sound judgement, rapid grasp of problems and a capacity to identify issues and solutions;
• Have knowledge of external relations, internal policies and functioning of the European Union;
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain a network of contacts both within and outside the Delegation;
• Have the ability to communicate clearly on complex issues and to perform with accuracy and in a flexible manner a diversity of tasks in a complex institutional environment. Very good capacity to work as member of a team and under pressure;
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team.