Funded traineeship for young graduates at the EU Delegation to Botswana and SADC - Political, Press and Information Section

06.01.2025 Expiring soon Teaser The deadline for submitting applications is 13 January 2025

Text Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Botswana?

We offer:
A traineeship of 6 months within the Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to Botswana, starting in March 2025, subject to budget availability.

Under the supervision and mentoring of a Trainee supervisor, this traineeship will provide a solid and meaningful professional and learning experience in a multicultural and international work environment.

Main tasks:

• Research on political, social, human rights and economic topics; contribution to various reports, including political and meeting reports in order to raise the EU profile in Botswana and SADC, and to increase understanding of the role of the EU in Botswana and SADC;
• Assisting in monitoring and producing analysis on the political, security, social and economic situation in Botswana and SADC;
• Assistance with preparations of briefings and organisation of meetings / events;
• Assistance with producing, translating and compiling communication materials and social media content in the framework of the Delegation’s communication strategy; contributing to media and social media activities of the Delegation, including events and activities relating to information and communication (information campaigns, events, exhibitions);
• Assisting in developing relations with the Delegations’ interlocutors in the academia, civil society and local media;
• General assistance to the Political, Press and Information Section;

We look for:
Qualifications or special requirements:

• Excellent oral and written command of English
• Very good analytical skills
• Knowledge of EU CFSP and international relations / politics and already having worked in a diplomatic environment would be an asset;
• Experience in the areas of communications, social media or press-related work would be an asset
• Multicultural understanding
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills, initiative and enthusiasm. Capacity to work autonomously
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

How to apply?
Candidates must apply to the e-mail address [email protected] 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 - PPI 2025

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.