Political Advisor

About the European Greens

The European Green Party brings together political parties that share our Green values and are active across the entire European continent. Among other things, our positions focus on fighting back against the far-right, protecting fundamental rights, tackling the climate crisis, creating a fair economy, and building a strong, democratic Europe.  

About the position

If you are passionate about Europe and politics and are ready to become an essential part of the European Green Party's work and team, we’d love to hear from you!  

As political advisor you will be responsible for:  

• Monitor and advise on the EU political developments within the scope of legislative agenda of the Greens/EFA in the European parliament, the European Parliament and the European Council. Follow, process and provide relevant input to HoU and Sec Gen and propose action where appropriate. 

• Contribute to monitoring and identifying innovative Green policy areas. Support Head of Unit in following, processing and facilitating the general political and policy trends and advise on political developments across Europe.    

• Leads the work on statutory and decision-making processes in EGP, including drafting resolutions and other policy documents on behalf of the Committee and supporting Committee in facilitating the work of policy working groups, amendments committee, etc. 

• Coordinate and foster EGP’s relations, ensure information flow with to be defined/designated member parties (to be defined based on the profile of the candidate). Follow, analyse, and channel towards the EGP, in liaison with the Secretary General and Committee members responsible, major political developments in the relevant countries and in EGP member parties. Do small scale project management related to the relevant member parties.  

• Advise and provide input to the Communication unit on political messaging in accordance with EGP, Member parties and Green partners communication.  

• Supports Programme Unit in the definition of political programme of EGP events and projects.  

• Contribute to and foster EGP’s relations with CSOs and partners in line with the organisation’s priorities and propose action where relevant.   

The advisor will be part of the Policy, Strategy and Capacity Development Unit, and work under the supervision of the Head of the Unit and Secretary General.  

Deadline for applications: 20 April 2026  

Indicative starting date: position to be filled in as soon as possible. 

Requirements

• Previous work experience in similar positions in policy field (minimum 3 years) 

• Experience in project management, excellent organisational and time management skills to coordinate multiple processes and projects, often on tight deadlines  

• Excellent people skills, ability to work independently and in multi-cultural teams, and coordinate organization of complex workflows and processes  

• Excellent writing skills in English language  

• Ability to take initiative and problem-solving attitude   

• Good computer skills and digital literacy 

• Flexibility to travel and occasionally work during evenings or weekends 

• Proficiency in the English language (working language of the organisation) 

• Knowledge of additional European languages 

Assets

• Knowledge of the EGP and its functioning  

• Previous work experience in and / or good understanding of EU politics, Green policy issues, and the European Green political family in general 

• Understanding and adhering to Green values such as ecology, feminism, anti-racism and social justice 

Our offer

• A full-time contract (37 hours / week) of unlimited duration with flexible working hours. Please note that occasional work-trips around Europe and, in urgent cases, unsocial working hours may be required.   

• A teleworking policy with monthly allowance for working from home, and policy for working from abroad; 

• At least 25 days of holidays (with additional days with seniority)  

• The chance to be a part of a dynamic team and a European political organisation; 

• An opportunity to learn and grow through professional training and development; 

• A work environment with passionate and progressive colleagues from around Europe  

• A competitive salary and benefits package 13th salary, public transportation costs, meal vouchers, etc), and work equipment (phone, laptop, mobile subscription, etc); 

• Starting salary range for grade 3 (min. 3 years of relevant experience), for 37h/week is: 3410 – 4185 EUR gross / month 

• Starting salary range for grade 4 (min. 5 years of relevant experience), for 37h/week is: 4546 – 5063 EUR gross / month  

• Note: grade level will be assessed based on the previous experience and profile of the candidate.  

Work location: The work is mainly located at the European Green Party headquarters: Rue du Taciturne 34, 1000, Brussels, Belgium; with occasional travel, both in Belgium and abroad.  

To apply for this job, fill in this form and submit an application with the 3 following items in one single PDF: 

• Updated CV, highlighting your relevant experience (maximum 1 page) 

• Motivation letter (maximum 1 page) 

• Short essay on the topic "What do you see as the biggest challenge for the Greens at the moment and what would you advise how should EGP tackle it to be of an added value to its member parties?" (max 1 page)

Deadline for application: 20 April 2026 

For more information: Should you need more information kindly contact us at vacancy@europeangreens.eu.  

Diversity

At the European Greens, we value diversity and welcome applicants from any underrepresented ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, colour, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity, or age. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect and to promoting active political participation of persons with disabilities and of disadvantaged groups. All applicants are encouraged to submit their application and to self-identify if they wish to, on either their cover letter or CV. In case of equal appreciation on competence and suitability for the position, preference will be given to applicants from disadvantaged groups. In any case responses will remain confidential within the selection committee treating the dossier.