EAPB – European Association of Public Banks

Policy Advisor on Sustainable and Promotional Finance

EAPB – European Association of Public Banks

Brussels, Belgium

Scope

The Adviser will successfully support the activities of the Association and advise EAPB members on key EU legislative developments affecting the public banking sector. Reporting to the Secretary-General, their role will focus on sustainable and promotional finance, including structural funds policy and EU central financial instruments. The tasks will include maintaining strong relationships with relevant stakeholders and our members.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute advocacy with key EU policymakers, focusing on sustainable finance and EU promotional policy;
• Draft policy briefs, news and information briefs, social media content, and other advocacy documents on EU affairs;
• Ensure information flow on policy developments, relevant events, and funding opportunities in the EU to EAPB members;
• Prepare high-level meetings for the EAPB Secretary-General and President;
• Prepare and coordinate the EAPB Expert Working Group on Structural funds and financial instruments;
• Liaise with EU institutions, the European Investment Bank Group (EIB and EIF), and other relevant international institutions;
• Represent the Association in meetings with partners and EU institutions.

Main Policy Areas

• EU Structural Funds;
• EU Central Financial Instruments (InvestEU);
• Implementation of the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF);
• Funding from Capital Markets for the Sustainable transition.

Profile of Candidates

Required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (native level);
• University degree in law, political science, economics, or another relevant discipline;
• At least 2-3 years of demonstrable work experience in EU policy, management of EU-funded projects, or financial regulation;
• Dynamic, results-oriented team player.

Desirable

• Proficiency in other EU official languages, particularly French and German;
• Knowledge of the financial sector and European policies.

What We Offer

• Play a key role in influencing public discussion on the role of public banking in the development of the European economy and social cohesion;
• Be part of a friendly, dynamic, and international team in the heart of the Brussels EU district;
• An employment contract under Belgian law for an indefinite period.

Remuneration Package

• Competitive salary;
• Lunch vouchers;
• Ecological product vouchers;
• Additional days of conventional holidays;
• Transport allowance;
• Private health coverage.

Interested candidates are invited to send their application letter and CV by 1 August – via email to the Secretary General, Mr. Marcel Roy, at marcel.roy@eapb.eu.