Macedonia Funded Traineeships Tender

The deadline for submitting applications is 08092023.Are you a young graduate interested in international relations Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in North MacedoniaWe offerTraineeships of up to 6 months within the following sections of the EU Delegation to North Macedonia starting on 15 November 2023Traineeship in the Political Section POLThe Political Section covers Political affairs both domestic and foreign as well as European Integration Press and Information. It fulfils the duties of a classical diplomatic mission together with the additional role of preparing the countrys integration into the European Union as well as public diplomacy.Main tasksParticipating in meetings with Government Parliament political parties state institutions international organisations and thereafter preparing summaries of the discussionAnalysing reports from the government parliament and civil society and preparing summary reportsAnalysing political party polls trends and issues. Following the implementation of the EU reforms under the political criteria writing assessments and draft recommendationsThe selected candidate can also be asked to perform other tasks e.g. assisting in the preparation of high-level incoming visits from EU institutions.We look forQualifications or special requirementsLinguistic skills Thorough knowledge capacity to draft precisely in English andor French. Knowledge of other EU languages is considered an asset. Knowledge of the language of the host country is an advantage.Communication skills Capacity to work and communicate under time constraints in an international diplomatic and multicultural environment.Interpersonal skills Teamwork. Coordination and communication skills.Intellectual skills Solid analytical capability as well as drafting and reporting skills. Rapid grasp of problems and capacity to identify issues and solutions.Knowledge A good understanding of the workings of the European Union its foreign policy priorities. Some understanding of the political situation in the country and the region.How to applyCandidates must apply to the e-mail address delegation-north-macedonia-recruitments@eeas.europa.eu and send the following documentsA detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae CV httpseuropa.eueuropassen CVs in other format will not be considereda cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeshipand an application formPlease mention in the subject of your e-mail Funded Traineeship - POLImportant information to read before applyingBefore applying you are requested to examine the dedicated website as well as the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN201728 Paid traineeshipEach selected trainee will receive a monthly grant to cover living expenses. All costs related to travels visa insurance accommodation must be borne by the trainee.Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. After the evaluation of all applications shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. In case the selected candidates are not able to present the required documents their candidacy will be rejected.The traineeships can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation as well as the legislation of the country of origin.Citizens from EU Member statesmust provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriationmust undertake to apply for a relevant entrance visa and or temporary residence permit where applicable based on the traineeship agreement the duration of the traineeship and in compliance with the local legislation.