Policy Adviser: Power and Gas Markets
Policy Adviser: Power and Gas Markets
EUROPEX - Association of European Energy Exchanges
Brussels, Belgium
ABOUT EUROPEX
Europex is a Brussels-based not-for-profit association of European energy exchanges and delegated operators with currently 30 members. It represents the interests of exchange-based wholesale electricity, gas and environmental markets, focuses on developments of the European regulatory framework for wholesale energy trading and provides a discussion platform at European level.
Read more at http://europex.org/.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will work on a full-time basis in the Europex Secretariat in Brussels and will be part of a small dynamic team. She/he will directly report to the Secretary General and mainly support the Power & Gas Markets Working Groups of the Association.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
- Providing organisational and technical support to the Power Markets and Gas Markets Working Groups in close coordination with the Working Group Heads;
- Monitoring and reporting on relevant regulatory developments;
- Drafting of position papers/consultation responses, technical presentations, etc.;
- Coordinating advocacy on relevant energy and climate files;
- Planning and execution of policy events;
- Supporting other Secretariat events, including Board and GA meetings;
- Building and maintaining relationships with EU institutional stakeholders and with the energy sector;
- Attendance of technical workshops and other relevant events.
PROFILE OF THE CANDIDATE
- Completed higher education in a relevant field (energy, economics, European studies etc.);
- Previous work experience of 3-5 years in the energy sector, preferably in energy trading/energy markets;
- Sound understanding of electricity and gas markets and the wider energy sector;
- Advanced knowledge of the functioning of the European institutions;
- Strong drafting skills and an excellent command of English; other languages are a plus;
- Clear interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a variety of external stakeholders;
- Ability to adjust technical content to different target groups;
- Independent work style and attention to detail;
- Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural professional environment;
- Advanced end user IT skills.
OFFER
- One-year contract convertible to a permanent contract and the opportunity to work in an international association in a highly dynamic policy environment;
- A varied role with the opportunity to take on more responsibility as you progress;
- A chance to work at the cutting edge of energy & climate regulatory issues;
- The financial compensation will be commensurate with the qualifications and skills of the successful candidate.
HOW TO APPLY
We only accept online applications. Please send a persuasive cover letter and your CV by Friday, 4 February 2022 to jobs@europex.org. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
