Open-Source Intelligence analyst

European External Action Service; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

European External Action Service (EEAS) is seeking an Open-Source Intelligence Analyst (Contract Agent FGIVas) to collect, analyze and report on open-source information. The role supports INTCEN and SIAC task forces, monitoring global and regional issues to deliver timely intelligence inputs.

The successful candidate will work with INTCEN.2 and EUMS Int, within a one-year contract with possible renewal. Ideal candidates will hold a university degree, be fluent in English and French, and

Qualifications

• University degree attested by a diploma (minimum 3 years).
• Proficiency in English and French for duties performed.
• EU nationality with full rights as a citizen.

Responsibilities

• Research and collect Open-Source information using automated tools.
• Analyse Open-Source information on global and regional issues for INTCEN/SIAC reports.
• Prepare analysis reports on global security threats and geographical issues for SIAC.
• Monitor and provide updates on specific global and geographical issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Drafting skills

Research skills

Open-Source Intelligence

Communication skills

Education

University degree (3+ years)

Tools

Open-Source tools

Social media monitoring tools

Internet research tools

Job description

WE ARE

The European External Action Service (EEAS) is the European Union’s diplomatic service. Since 2011, the EEAS carries out the EU’s Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) to promote peace, prosperity, security, and the interests of the EU across the globe. It brings together European civil servants, diplomats from EU Member States, national experts and local staff worldwide.

The EEAS supports the High Representative in the exercise of her mandate to steer the Union’s CFSP, including the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP), to represent the EU on issues relating to the CFSP and to chair the Foreign Affairs Council. It also supports her as Vice-President of the Commission with regard to her responsibilities within the Commission, including the coordination of other aspects of the EU’s external action. The EEAS works in close cooperation with the EU Member States, the General Secretariat of the Council, the services of the Commission and the Secretariat General of the European Parliament.

The EEAS Headquarters are in Brussels. It is also responsible for the management of the network of 145 Union Delegations and Offices worldwide. These Diplomatic Representations play a vital role in representing the EU in the country where they are based, in promoting the values and interests of the EU, and in building networks and partnerships. They are responsible for all policy areas of the relationship between the EU and the host country/organisation.

The EU Intelligence and Situation Centre (EU INTCEN) is the exclusive civilian intelligence centre of the EU, providing in-depth analysis for decision makers in all EU Institutions. As such, EU INTCEN is a directorate of the EEAS that is directly attached to the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission. It comprises an Intelligence Analysis Division (INTCEN.1) and a Support/Open-Source Research Division (INTCEN.2).

EU INTCEN also offers its services to the various EU decision-making bodies in the fields of the EU Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP), Common Security Defence policy (CSDP) and Counter Terrorism, as well as to the Member States. Under the Single Intelligence Analysis Capacity (SIAC) agreement, it works hand in hand with its military counterpart, the EUMS INT, in order to deliver joint civilian and military intelligence assessments.

The Support/Open-Sources Research Division supports the Intelligence Analysis Division of EU INTCEN and EUMS Int by providing open-source intelligence from monitoring, collecting and assessing Open-Source information, political and diplomatic reporting, using advanced research and analytical tools and services. Doing so, INTCEN 2 complements and broadens the material and analytical basis for the Intelligence output of INTCEN and EUMS Int.

WE PROPOSE

The position of open-source intelligence analyst - contract agent FGIVas per Article 3b of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Union (hereafter, the “CEOS”).

The Open-Source Intelligence Analysist will collect, research, monitor and analyse open-source information including from social media, as well as political and diplomatic reporting. He/she will analyse open-sources and draft open-source intelligence reports in order to provide input to intelligence-based reports. The Contract agent will support the work of dedicated INTCEN and SIAC Task Forces. The contract agent will also be requested to monitor the political, economic, military and/or humanitarian situation in selected countries/regions. He/she will produce Open-Source information research in support of customers within the Single Intelligence Analysis Capacity (SIAC) of the EEAS.

The Contract Agent will be part of an INTCEN.2 team and will work in close association with the Intelligence Analysts of INTCEN's Intelligence Analysis Division and EUMS Int. division.

Subject to having passed the CAST exam, the successful candidate will be offered a contract agentposition(Function group IV), as per Article 3b of the CEOS,on the basis of a contract with an initial duration of one year. This contract may be successively renewed up to a maximum duration of six years, subject to the maximum duration of engagement by the EEAS allowed under successive limited duration contracts of different types.

LEGAL BASIS FOR RECRUITMENT TO THIS POSITION

The vacancy is to be filled in accordance with the conditions stipulated under the CEOS, in particular Article 82 thereof.

WE LOOK FOR

A dynamic, proactive and highly motivated colleague with very good research, analytical, IT, and organisational skills and with a developed sense of service.He/she will be entrusted with the following main tasks:

• Research and collect Open-Source information using automatised open-source research
• Analyse Open-Sources on global issues and/or geographical issues in order to provide input to INTCEN/SIAC reports
• Prepare analysis reports on global and security threats and geographical issues in support of intelligence work of SIAC
• Monitor and provide updates on specific global and geographical issues.

Eligibility criteria

In addition to the conditions set out in Article 82 of the CEOS and in the Commission Decision C(2017) 6760 final , which is applicable to the EEAS by virtue of the Decision ADMIN(2018) 4 of the High Representative, candidates must:

• have completed university studies of at least three years attested by a diploma;
• have the capacity to work in the languages of the CFSP and external relations (English and French) necessary for the performance of their duties;
• be a national of one of the Member States of the European Union and enjoy full rights as a citizen.

Selection criteria

• have strong capacity to analyse and structure information and excellent drafting skills combined with sound judgement;
• have an excellent knowledge of internet, social media and IT tools and be able to carry out research using those tools;
• knowledge of external relations, internal policies and functioning of the Union;
• have a strong sense of organisation and experience in collecting and analysing information;
• have knowledge and/or experience of global security threats and issues, and of external relations;
• have the ability to communicate clearly on complex issues and the capacity to perform with accuracy and in a flexible manner a diversity of tasks in a complex institutional environment;
• be a flexible team player;
• strong service attitude;
• have the ability to work both independently and in a team, under pressure and tight deadlines and respond to changes in a potentially rapidly evolving environment.
• experience of working in a team in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment;
• experience of working in Open-Source Intelligence (including social media);
• experience in using tools related to Open-Source Intelligence;
• knowledge and experience in MENA region;
• will be considered as strong assets.

Furthermore:

• experience of working in a team in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment;
• experience of working in Open-Source Intelligence (including social media);
• experience in using tools related to Open-Source Intelligence;
• knowledge and experience in MENA region;
• will be considered as strong assets.

CONDITIONS OF RECRUITMENT AND EMPLOYMENT

CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND SECURITY RISKS

As a matter of policy, applications by individuals who have dual nationality, of which one of a non-EU country, will be considered on a case-by-case basis taking account in particular of the functions attributed to the vacant post. The EEAS also examines if there could be a conflict of interest or security risks.

In this context, all candidates shall fill with their application a declaration of potential conflict of interest

MEDICAL CLEARANCE

The signature of the contract will be subject to prior favourable opinion of the Medical Service, unless the successful candidate is a temporary agent currently employed in the EEAS.

PERSONNEL SECURITY CLEARANCE

The requested level of security clearance for this post is: SECRET UE/EU SECRET. A description of the EU classified information levels is available under Article 2 of Annex A of the Decision ADMIN(2023) 18 on the security rules of the EEAS.

Given the specific role of the INTCEN and the sensitive nature of the tasks pertaining to the offered position which requires candidates to have already gained an experience in handling EUCI documents, a valid Personnel Security Clearance (hereafter, the “PSC”) issued by the competent authority of their Member State in accordance with national laws and regulations is mandatory at the moment of application in order to enter the selection process.

Please note that the necessary procedure for obtaining a PSC can be initiated on request of the employer only, and not by the individual candidate.

The EEAS strives to be a dynamic, respectful and inclusive Service. We value the talent and professional excellence of our staff, and are committed to building an organisation where gender equality and the respect of diversity are core values, as set out in the EEAS Mission Statement and the EEAS Agenda for Diversity and Inclusion. The EEAS is committed to achieving gender balance within its workforce and strives to avoid any form of discrimination during this selection procedure, as per Article 1(d) of the SR. We actively welcome applications from all qualified candidates without any discrimination based on any ground. We commit to recruit candidates with the highest standard of ability, efficiency and integrity, carrying out a selection based on merits required for the post and from the broadest possible geographical basis among the EU Member States.

The EEAS is committed to working with people with disabilities in the terms of the SR. If, by virtue of your medical condition or special needs, you require reasonable accommodation for a part or the entirety of this selection process. Your request will be treated in strict confidence and no record will be kept. If a candidate with a disability is selected for a vacant post, the EEAS is committed to providing reasonable accommodation in accordance with Article 1(d)(4) of the SR.

All selected candidates are expected to adhere to the Principles of Professional Behaviour of the EEAS, which outline the need for integrity, transparency, respect, professionalism and accountability, and a zero tolerance approach to any form of harassment.