Policy Officer

European Union - EU

Consultant Closes 31 Jul 2026 18 days left

Overview

Policy Officer role in DG CONNECT, European Commission, focusing on the implementation and development of the High-Performance Computing (HPC) strategy.


Key Responsibilities
  • Play a key role in the implementation of the HPC strategy.
  • Focus on policy implementation and development, particularly regarding the evolution of the European HPC strategy and follow-up of EuroHPC JU implementation activities.
  • Draft briefing, speeches, and inputs for adjacent units.
  • Increase international activities of the unit for the HPC strategy and Destination Earth.
  • Frequent contacts with the EuroHPC JU, colleagues across DG CONNECT, external stakeholders from academia, industry, and Member States, and other Commission services.
Required Experience

A degree in computer science, IT engineering, electrical engineering, telecommunication engineering, software engineering, or other degrees related to information and communications technologies (ICT), as well as private-sector experience in these areas, would be significant assets. Previous project management, user outreach and international tech relations experience are a significant advantage.

Qualifications
  • Have a level of education which corresponds to completed university studies of at least three years attested by a diploma.
  • Have passed an EPSO CAST in the relevant Function Group for this position.
Other Details
Languages Required
• Have a thorough knowledge (minimum level C1) of one of the 24 official languages of the EU. • AND have a satisfactory knowledge (minimum level B2) of a second official language of the EU, to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties. • Excellent command of English.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of the HPC/AI/cloud markets
Contract Duration
The duration of the first contract will be 2 years. Subject to the interest of the service, the contract may be renewed one or more times up to a maximum duration of 6 years.
Work Modality
possibility of teleworking
Remuneration
The pay of staff members consists of a basic salary supplemented with specific allowances, including, where applicable, expatriation and family allowances.
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