Funded traineeship for young graduates at the EU Delegation to the Kingdom of Eswatini

The deadline for submitting applications is 09/03/2026

We offer:

A traineeshipof 6 months in 2026 within the Political Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to the Kingdom of Eswatini,. The tentative start date is May 2026.

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 Admin/Political officer and the Head of Delegation.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Political Science, International relations, Communication Studies or related area.
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Good knowledge or specialization in the Eswatini political and media landscape.
• Good analytical and drafting skills
• Candidates must have less than one year of professional experience after their graduation by the signing of the Traineeship agreement. (other traineeships or student jobs or volunteering works carried out during university or after graduation are not considered as professional experience)

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address DELEGATION-ESWATINI-JOB-APPLICATION@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/HOD 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 candidates are not able to present the required documents, their application 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 hold 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.