Public Diplomacy Expert#to support public diplomacy actions and provides technical assistance to promote EU policy priorities in the UK

Funded by the European Union and managed by the European Commission’s Foreign Policy Instrument Service (FPI.3), this initiative aims to bolster EU-UK relations. The project supports public diplomacy actions and provides technical assistance to promote EU policy priorities in the UK. Key objectives include enhancing awareness of the EU’s institutional structure, social model, and trade policies while strengthening cooperation with key stakeholders, including businesses, trade unions, and academic institutions.

The overarching goal is to foster a positive perception of the EU in the UK and facilitate informed public debates and policy engagement.

Public Diplomacy Expert (minimum 400 days)

( For this vacancy, public diplomacy refers to the process through which a country or entity builds trust and understanding by engaging with a broader foreign public beyond traditional governmental relations. Its objective is long-term, meaningful engagement with the public in partner countries on locally resonant issues, fostering mutual understanding and facilitating future cooperation.)

Qualifications and Skills (Minimum Requirements):

• Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree) in a discipline relevant to the scope of the assignment, or equivalent relevant professional experience (i.e., minimum 5 years of professional experience in public diplomacy, public relations, communication, or visibility in addition to the minimum 10 years of general professional experience).
• Fluency in English (CERF level C1).

General Professional Experience (Minimum Requirements):

• Minimum 10 years of general professional experience in public diplomacy, public relations, communication, or visibility.

Specific Professional Experience (Minimum Requirements):

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a team leader for Public Diplomacy project(s) in EU external relations in middle and high-income countries (included in the 10 years of general professional experience
• Working experience in the UK relevant to the scope of this contract will be considered a strong asset.