Expert on Agricultural Policy

EPP Group; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 48 200 - 89 380; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Participation in EU pension scheme

At least 24 days of annual leave

Training and career development opportunities

Résumé du poste

A political group in the European Parliament seeks an Expert on Agricultural Policy to support Members in shaping agricultural legislation. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and drafting skills, fluency in English and/or French, and a comprehensive understanding of EU policies. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional development. Basic salary ranges from €4,319 to €8,009 depending on experience, with additional benefits including annual leave and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• University-level relevant professional experience of at least 3 years.
• Fluency in English and/or French (C1).
• Proficiency in additional EU languages is an asset.
• Solid understanding of EU institutions and legislative processes.

Responsabilités

• Assist EPP Members in legislative work related to agricultural policy.
• Support positions in negotiations on key agricultural policy files.
• Organize internal coordination meetings on legislative work.
• Provide analysis and documentation on AGRI-related subjects.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Political awareness

Communication skills

Formation

Completed university studies of at least 4 years

Outils

IT tools used in the European Parliament

Description du poste

Be at the heart of Europe’s decision-making and help shape policies that safeguard our way of life

Join the EPP Group in the European Parliament and contribute to building a stronger and more ambitious Europe. As the largest and oldest political group in the Parliament, we are committed to driving policies that foster innovation, promote sustainable growth, and safeguard citizens’ rights.

We are looking for a Expert on Agricultural Policy to strengthen our work in the Working Group Economy and Environment - AGRI Committee.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your policy expertise and in-depth knowledge of EU agricultural policy and legislation to support our Members in shaping sustainable and forward-looking policies across Europe.

Work on some of the most important and cutting-edge legislative files shaping Europe’s digital and innovation agenda.

Contribute to the policy debates that impact the daily lives of 450 million Europeans.

Collaborate in a truly multilingual, multicultural and dynamic environment with colleagues from all across the EU.

Benefit from attractive working conditions, professional development opportunities, and a workplace where diversity and inclusion are actively promoted.

About the EPP Group

The Group of the European People's Party (EPP Group) is the largest and oldest group in the European Parliament. As a centre-right group, the Group is committed to creating a stronger Europe, building on its people and working towards the benefit of all Europeans. It aims to reach a more ambitious and self-assured Europe where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. In its day-to-day business, the Group and its Members can rely on the multinational secretariat providing high quality political, administrative and technical support.

Department

The Parliamentary Work - Internal Policies Directorate is responsible for assisting MEPs in exercising their parliamentary prerogatives in committees and in plenary sessions. The Directorate coordinates the work of the three standing EPP Working Groups: Legal and Home Affairs, Budget and Structural Policies and Economy and Environment and provides support to the EPP Group's Chief Whip.

The Expert on Agricultural Policy fulfills a supranational function within the EPP Group Secretariat and carries out the following functions and duties:

• Assisting EPP Members in the AGRI Committee in their legislative work by providing in-depth expertise on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) drafting amendments, reports, briefings, and voting lists;
• Supporting the EPP Group’s positions in negotiations on key agricultural policy files, ensuring a balance between sustainability, economic viability, and the interests of European farmers;
• Organising EPP internal coordination and preparatory meetings on legislative work and providing the relevant follow-up;
• Ensure a good contact and communication inside of the Group, with other political groups and other EU institutions as well as with relevant stakeholders and the relevant scientific community in the field of agriculture;
• Providing minutes, summaries, analysis, notes, etc. on AGRI-related subjects for rapporteurs, shadows, the coordinator, as well as the Group's hierarchy;
• Advising the EPP coordinator in the AGRI committee and contributing to the strategic positioning of the Group on agricultural matters;
• Negotiating with other political groups.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for motivated candidates to contribute at the heart of European politics in a complex and stimulating environment. The selected candidate will join a dynamic team, supporting Members on one of the EU’s most important policy areas: agricultural legislation.

The role requires strong political awareness, analytical and drafting skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and in close cooperation with colleagues in a multicultural environment. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility, sound judgment, organisational talent, and the ability to manage priorities under pressure. Excellent communication skills, discretion, and a results-oriented mindset are essential.

Proficiency in English and/or French is required, with additional languages considered an asset. Familiarity with EU institutions, the legislative process, and IT tools used in the European Parliament will be highly valued.

The post involves frequent travel, notably to Strasbourg for plenary sessions, as well as occasional external meetings.

Job requirements

Candidates must fulfil the following conditions

a level of education which corresponds to completed university studies of at least 4 years attested by a diploma;

university-level relevant professional experience of at least 3 year;

excellent knowledge (speaking and writing) of English and/or French (C1) - (knowledge of other EU languages is an asset);

strong analytical and drafting skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly;

profound knowledge of the relevant policy of the EU;

solid understanding of EU institutions and the legislative process;

general knowledge of the administrative procedures linked to the areas of activity;

a good knowledge of the EP’s and of the EPP Group’s Secretariats, their wider political organisation and functioning;

capability of working under high pressure and in politically complex environments;

strong sense of discretion and confidentiality.

Salary & benefits

Successful candidates may be offered a contract agent position (FG IV) in line with the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the EU ( CEOS ).

In addition to the basic salary (from €4,319 to €8,009 depending on length of experience), you will benefit from:

Participation in the EU pension scheme (entitlement after 10 years);

At least 24 days of annual leave;

Allowances (e.g. expatriation, household, dependent child, installation) depending on your situation;

Training and career development opportunities.

General admission conditions

Candidates must fulfil the following conditions (art. 12(2) of the CEOS):

• be a national of one of the Member States of the European Union;
• enjoy their full rights as a citizen (have no criminal record);
• have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the laws concerning military service;
• meet the character requirements for the duties involved.

HOW TO APPLY

Help us build a stronger, innovative, and forward-looking Europe. Join the EPP Group today!

1. Read carefully this notice.
2. Prepare your supporting documents. Your applications must be supported by:
3. Diplomas (secondary and post-secondary).
4. Proof of professional experience (contracts, attestations, salary slips or equivalent). Traineeships are taken into account. Unofficial translation into English, French or German of proof of professional experience are needed if documents are not in these languages.
5. For self-employed activity: official documents (tax forms, VAT, invoices, etc.).
6. Proof of language(s) knowledge (certificates or a written explanation if none available).
7. Copy of ID card or passport.

3. Submit online application in English via EPP Group career website by 3 October 2025, 12:00 (CET) with attaching the following:

• Motivation letter (max. 500 words, in English)
• All supporting documents in 1 single PDF (max. 15 MB)

4. Confirmation – You will receive an acknowledgement email. Check your spam folder if it does not arrive.

• Selection Committee assesses only applications which are substantiated with supporting documents
• Eligible candidates included on a reserve list
• Interview/assessment based on the candidate’s profile and the needs of the service

Generally, depending on the number of applications received, it may take up to three months from a publication of a notice of recruitment to a reserve list for temporary agents, and two to three months for contract agents.

The EPP Group ensures that applicants\' personal data are processed in line with Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2018 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data by the Union institutions, bodies, offices and agencies and on the free movement of such data, particularly as regards their confidentiality and security and repealing Regulation (EC) No 45/2001 and Decision N° 1247/2002/EC.

The EPP Group is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and to creating inclusive working environment. We encourage applications from qualified individuals who fulfil the job requirements, regardless of their age, race, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual identity or any other characteristic.