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Policy Officer, Sandbag – Belgium

Published 12:07 on November 22, 2024  /  Last updated at 12:07 on November 22, 2024  /  Job Postings

We are seeking a passionate Policy Officer to lead advocacy campaigns and influence EU climate policy. As an ambassador for Sandbag, the role necessitates both a deep understanding of policy and politics and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide array of stakeholders.

Contract: Full-time (38h/week), permanent (under Belgian law), teleworking possible
Salary: Based on experience
Start date: As soon as possible

About Sandbag
Sandbag is a climate think tank that conducts data-driven and evidence-based advocacy to improve EU policy. We combine expertise in decarbonisation with data analysis to propose policies that drive impactful, cost-effective emissions reductions in the EU and beyond. We focus on policies such as the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), carbon border adjustment mechanisms (CBAM) and legislation around carbon dioxide removals.

About the role
We are seeking a passionate Policy Officer to lead advocacy campaigns and influence EU climate policy. As an ambassador for Sandbag, the role necessitates both a deep understanding of policy and politics and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide array of stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

  • Track and analyse political and policy developments on climate-related issues in the EU and Members States.
  • Obtain insightful information on political dynamics that shape decisions.
  • Contribute to Sandbag’s policy recommendations.
  • Contribute to public consultations, roundtables, and workshops as part of civil society.
  • Design and implement advocacy campaigns.
  • Foster relationships with stakeholders in political spheres and NGOs.
  • Promote our recommendations to stakeholders (policymakers, NGOs, businesses,…).
  • Contribute to relevant campaigns from NGOs and get them to support our initiatives.
  • Contribute to drafting Sandbag’s reports.
  • Report on our campaigns and pitch our work plans to funders.

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Experience

  • A Master’s degree in political science, EU studies, climate-related disciplines, or other fields related to Sandbag’s work.
  • At least 4 years of experience as a political advocate, with a proven track record of policy impact.
  • A recent experience within Brussels’ policy environment (“bubble”).
  • The right to work in the EU.

Necessary skills:

  • A demonstrated passion for fighting climate change.
  • Detailed knowledge of European climate policies.
  • Ability to understand technical material (legislation, charts, reports) and communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills.
  • Excellent communication skills in English, including writing (blogs, articles, technical reports), presenting (public speaking, presentations) and in face-to-face meetings.
  • Attention to detail with a talent for precision in written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to learn quickly, be autonomous and take initiative.
  • Networking skills and enthusiasm for building professional relationships.
  • Enthusiasm for working in a small organisation, punching above its weight to achieve change.

Desirable skills:

  • Detailed knowledge of legislative developments on the CBAM and/or carbon dioxide removals.
  • Knowledge of the steel and/or aluminium sectors.

Apply here: https://sandbag.be/careers/
Closing Date: December 1, 2024