Secretary

European Union - EU

Consultant Closes 26 Aug 2026 3 days left

Overview

The European Commission is seeking a Secretary to support the Directorate-General for Trade and Economic Security, Unit TRADE.A.1. The role involves organising missions, meetings, and administrative tasks to support policy officers.


Key Responsibilities

Organise missions, negotiations and expert meetings; provide support in the preparation of briefing books; handle incoming mail; carry out other administrative duties; help coordinate the unit’s participation in ARES and Decide workflows; manage priorities and work both independently and as part of a team.

Required Experience

Appropriate professional experience of at least three years if secondary education is the highest qualification.

Qualifications

A level of post-secondary education attested by a diploma, or a level of secondary education attested by a diploma giving access to post-secondary education.

Other Details
Languages Required
A good level of English, being the working language of the Unit and of the Directorate-General is required. Have a thorough knowledge (minimum level C1) of one of the 24 official languages of the EU AND a satisfactory knowledge (minimum level B2) of a second official language of the EU, to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties.
Languages Preferred
A good knowledge of French and/or other official languages would be an asset.
Contract Duration
The duration of the 1st contract will be up to 4 years. The contract might then be extended only once for a maximum of 2 years.
Work Modality
possibility of teleworking
Remuneration
The pay of staff members consists of a basic salary supplemented with specific allowances, including, where applicable, expatriation and family allowances.
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