Policy Officer

European DIGITAL SME Alliance

About the Organisation

European DIGITAL SME Alliance is tasked to represent and support the main driver of such changes in Europe – small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the ICT sector. Representing over 45,000 SMEs through its national and regional member associations, DIGITAL SME is Europe’s first and largest ICT SME association.

Along with the rapid acceleration of Europe’s digital transformation, the Alliance is growing and in need of one highly motivated and hands-on Project Manager to strengthen our Brussels-based team! Europe is experiencing exciting and challenging times. Digital tools and technologies are ever-more shaping our daily lives and transforming different sectors.

About the role

Policy Officer plays a crucial role in shaping, analyzing, and influencing policies within an organization, government body, NGO, or private sector entity. Will support the implementation of DIGITAL SME’s policy and advocacy strategies, under the supervision of the Public Affairs Director. The future Policy Officer will also help to strengthen the synergies between the association’s policy activities and project tasks and will contribute to the activities of the Working Groups.

Responsibilities

• General support to the execution of the Organisation’s policy and advocacy activities on a variety of digital policy files
• Conduct stakeholder mappings
• Monitor legislative processes and policy initiatives
• Prepare summaries and analyses of legislations, draft positions, advocacy plans, and presentations, under the supervision of the Public Affairs Director
• Support the coordination of DIGITAL SME’s working groups and focus groups, including the organization and preparation of meetings, events etc.
• Contribute to shaping the concept and agendas of large-scale events, including the annual DIGITAL SME summit
• Work in cooperation with the communications team to create relevant policy content and materials (Press releases, articles, blog posts, etc.)
• Participate in policy-related tasks in the execution of EU-funded projects Present and moderate relevant meetings and events.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

• At least 1-year experience in EU Affairs/ EU policy, preferably in a tech-oriented role
• Experience in drafting policy briefs and concept notes
• Experience in organizing meetings and events (both online and in-person)
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and outreach
• Completed higher education diploma
• Fluency in English, including excellent drafting skills
• Can-do attitude and sense of humor

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Benefit Package.

Conditions of employment

• You need to be eligible to work in Belgium

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the Brussels office and remotely.

How to apply

• You send the email to [email protected] with a CV two references and 1page of a cover letter, and with the subject line "Policy Officer" on 14th March 2025 at 5 PM

Interviews

•  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Policies

• European DIGITAL SME Alliance is committed to workplace diversity and the inclusion of people from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We strongly encourage qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply!

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