Cleantech Policy Officer Energy Systems (m|f|d)

Future Cleantech Architects Ggmbh; Brussel; Hybride; EUR 60 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Work from home

Co-working space access

Résumé du poste

Future Cleantech Architects Ggmbh seeks a Policy Officer to help shape EU energy initiatives. You will monitor market design reforms, analyze regulatory frameworks, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to translate complex data into impactful policy insights.

Experience in EU electricity policy, strong English skills, and a proactive, collaborative mindset are essential. The role offers predominantly home-based work around Brussels with access to a co-working space and frequent event

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant policy field such as economics, energy policy, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3–4 years of work experience.
• Strong expertise in EU Electricity Market Design.
• Excellent analytical and research skills to interpret complex technical data and translate it into policy recommendations.
• Effective communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders with policy document experience.
• Detail-oriented and proactive in an international, dynamic environment.
• Excellent English proficiency (oral and written).
• Eligible to work in Belgium for the duration of the contract.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and analyze EU electricity market design reforms and member state implementation, including capacity mechanisms and renewable support schemes.
• Conduct comparative analysis of national electricity market structures and regulatory frameworks to identify best practices and gaps.
• Provide timely, well-researched energy policy insights in collaboration with FCA's Cleantech Analyst team.
• Develop policy and advocacy documents, reports, briefs, and amendments aligned with FCA focus areas.
• Collaborate with Communications to craft messaging for policy documents, articles, and presentations.
• Participate in coalitions and projects related to energy systems (e.g. EU geothermal policy).
• Assist in organizing events that engage EU institutions, policymakers, and industry representatives.

Connaissances

EU Electricity Market Design

Analytical & research skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

International collaboration

Formation

Master's degree in economics/energy policy/engineering or related field

Description du poste

Responsibilities

Application Deadline 11.10.2026

As Policy Officer, the successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Policy, anticipating, analyzing, and helping shape EU initiatives in energy systems: Innovative renewables, clean firm power, grids, long duration and thermal energy storage.

The responsibilities include the following tasks:

• Monitor and analyze EU electricity market design reforms and Member States’ implementation, including capacity mechanisms, renewable support schemes (e.g. two-sided CfDs, PPAs, auctions), and state aid frameworks.
• Conduct comparative quantitative and qualitative analysis of national electricity market structures, and policy and investment frameworks to identify best practices and regulatory gaps.
• Provide timely and well-researched insights on energy policy, collaborating closely with FCA's Cleantech Analyst team to integrate technical findings into policy recommendations.
• Develop a range of policy and advocacy documents, including reports, policy briefs, and amendments, in line with FCA's focus areas.
• Work with the Communications Team to develop effective messaging for policy documents and author articles, blog posts, presentations, and other relevant materials.
• Participate in coalitions and projects related to the energy systems (e.g. EU geothermal policy)
• Contribute to the organization of events that convene EU institutions, policymakers, innovators, and industry representatives, to advance impactful policy interventions.

Required qualifications | Expertise

• Master's degree in a relevant policy field such as economics, energy policy, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3-4 years of work experience.
• Strong expertise in EU Electricity Market Design.
• Excellent analytical and research skills to interpret complex technical data and translate it into policy recommendations.
• Effective communication skills to clearly convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, with experience in preparing policy documents, presentations, and reports.
• Detail-oriented and able to work proactively and collaboratively in an international team and a dynamic environment, with a passion for driving positive change.
• Excellent command of English, both oral and written.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in Belgium at the time of application and for the entire duration of the potential contract.

Renumeration

FCA offers a competitive salary at a level commensurate with the level of experience and allowances, including post adjustment.

Working hours | Work from home

The position allows for predominantly working from home, in or around Brussels, with access to a co-working space. Regular attendance at events in Brussels expected.

Duration of contract | Starting date

The position can be filled for two years with the intention to prolong the contract thereafter.

The starting date would be ASAP.