Funded traineeship for young graduates at the EU Delegation to Ecuador

We offer:

A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Ecuador, starting in May  2023.

Main tasks:

• Contribute to preparing content for the EU delegation website and other relevant websites, as well as content and management of the Delegation social media;
• Assist in the organization of EU events (European Film Festival, Human Rights Day, etc) or events supported by the EU;
• Prepare content for key messages and speeches;
• Take part in seminars and events & report back;
• Gather and monitor daily incoming information in the press for reports;
• Follow-up and analyse political developments in the country;
• Investigate, compile information on specific topics of interest for the Delegation, draft background notes;
• Any other request from the Head of Section and the Head of Delegation.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• BA degree in Political Science, International relations, communications or related
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish
• Good knowledge or specialization in Latin America
• Good analytical and drafting skills
• Ability to handle sensitive issues in a responsible manner and with discretion

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address DELEGATION-ECUADOR-PPI@eeas.europa.eu and send the following documents:

• A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/ (CVs in other format will not be considered)
• a cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship
• and an application form

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - Name/PPI Section

Important information to read before applying

Before 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 ADMIN(2017)28 – Paid traineeship)

Each 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 candidate is not able to present the required documents, his/her 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 states:

• must provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation;
• must 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.

The Delegation informs that even if our Headquarters confirm the eligibility of the selected candidate, traineeships could be postponed, suspended or even cancelled considering the context of the COVID-19 in the host country as well as in the country of origin where applicable.