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€ 90,661 - € 108,793 per year

What You’ll Do

CATF’s EU Affairs team advances advocacy strategies that support the organisation’s climate and energy goals in Europe. Working across CATF programs, the team connects technical and policy expertise with policymakers and external partners. As EU Affairs Manager, you’ll collaborate with program, communications, and advocacy colleagues on a broad range of European policy issues. Your role will help translate CATF’s expertise into coordinated advocacy, stronger relationships, and support for effective climate and energy policies.

Responsibilities

Advocacy Strategy & Implementation – Together with the EU Director and team, develop and implement advocacy strategies directed toward EU institutions and Member States to advance CATF’s regional goals;

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building – Build and strengthen working relationships with EU institutions, lawmakers, policymakers, and stakeholder networks to support CATF’s advocacy efforts;

Policy Communications – Draft policy briefings, open letters, fact sheets, and other advocacy materials. Contribute a policy and advocacy perspective to press statements, blogs, and other public-facing content;

Cross-Program Collaboration & Strategic Alignment – Connect CATF programs active in Europe, promote coherent advocacy, and support strategy development for 2027;

Policy Monitoring & Political Insight – Track relevant EU legislative and policy initiatives, anticipate political developments affecting CATF priorities, and connect technical experts and consultants with policymakers to support strong climate and energy policies;

Policy Research & Analysis – Conduct targeted research and analysis of relevant EU policies to inform CATF’s advocacy work;

Fundraising & Donor Support – Support fundraising activities and donor efforts as needed.

What You’ll Bring

You bring experience in EU affairs and an interest in advancing climate and energy policy. You can organise competing priorities, work independently, and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and cultures. Clear writing and strong interpersonal skills will help you connect policy expertise with advocacy opportunities.

Required Experience

A university degree in EU studies or a similar field;

At least three years of experience in EU affairs;

Experience with, and interest in, EU energy and climate policies;

English proficiency and excellent writing skills;

Strong organisational skills, including the ability to handle multiple priorities;

Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary and intercultural team;

Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach;

Interest in CATF’s mission;

Additional European language skills.

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