Posizione di responsabile Efficienza Energetica a ECOS, aperta fino a 7 febbraio

Project Officer - Energy EfficiencyECOS - European Environmental Citizens' Organisation for StandardisationBrussels, BelgiumECOS is a non-profit organisation which promotes and defends the environmental interests in standardisation and European product policies. ECOS aims to combat climate change, foster energy efficiency, promote a circular economy, and protect environmental health. ECOS represents 42 member organisations, including the EEB, FoEE, T&E and WWF-EPO.
We are looking for a highly motivated and qualified candidate to join our team working on energy and resource efficiency of products.
Your main tasks will be to:

• Coordinate input into the regulatory and standardisation processes related to the Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Directives;
• Analyse documents of technical nature and prepare comments and policy positions in layman terms;
• Contribute to the implementation of various Horizon 2020 projects;
• Work in close collaboration with external technical experts;
• Engage and collaborate with ECOS’ members and other environmental NGOs;
• Assist with the preparation of funding applications and reports, and undertake other administrative work;
• Develop regular updates, briefings, positions and publications for ECOS target audiences.

The main skills and competences we are looking for include:

• University degree in engineering or science (essential);
• Two years’ relevant working experience (e.g. energy efficiency, environmental policies, project management);
• Excellent time and project management skills;
• Experience in EU-funded projects an asset;
• Knowledge of EU policy-making processes an advantage;
• Strong analytical skills & ability to translate technical information into digestible information;
• Outstanding communication skills;
• Very good command of English, other EU languages an asset;
• Ability to quickly adapt to new issues, proactivity and self-motivation;
• Ability to work both independently and in cooperation with others in an international environment;
• Experience with environmental NGOs and/or strong commitment to the values and mission.

How to apply:Applicants should send a CV and cover letter by no later than 6 February 2017 to:
info@ecostandard.org, with the subject line “PROJECT OFFICER – ENERGY EFFICIENCY: your name”.
The first round of interviews will take place in February. Please note that ECOS will not be able to reimburse expenses for interviews. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
ECOS – EUROPEAN ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENS' ORGANISATION FOR STANDARDISATION (ASBL)
Rue d’Edimbourg, 26, B-1050 Brussels – Tel: +32 (0)2 894 46 68
info@ecostandard.org - www.ecostandard.org
EC register for interest representatives: Identification number 96668093651-33