Visiting Policy Fellow-Africa Programme: The European Council on Foreign Relations, a pan-European Think-tank is pleased to announce the Visiting Policy Fellow, Africa Programme for delivering two key projects related to the Africa-Europe relationship and climate issues.
The Visiting Policy Fellow-Africa Programme will aid in strengthening and expanding the programmes partnership and advocacy networks in Africa.
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Visiting Policy Fellow-Africa Programme | DETAILS
The European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) is an award-winning international think-tank that aims to conduct cutting-edge independent research on European foreign and security policy and to provide a safe meeting space for decision-makers, activists and influencers to share ideas. The Africa programme analyses the geopolitics of the Africa-Europe relationship such as the foreign policy tools and strategies; and opportunities to find creative policy solutions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the European Council on Foreign Relations Visiting Policy Fellow-Africa Programme, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Have extensive and in-depth knowledge of the Africa-Europe relations, AU, African regional organisations, and economies, especially related to climate issues.
- A track record of engaging with policy communities and civil society in Africa.
- Wide ranging government and non-governmental contacts across Africa.
- Ability to develop innovative policy proposals and creative ways of looking at European policies towards the region and individual countries.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Media experience and the ability to present and speak in public.
- Ability to work within a team in a multi-national environment and to travel frequently.
- A high standard of written and spoken English, working knowledge of German, French or another language is an advantage.
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Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the Visiting Policy Fellow-Africa Programme are to submit their cover letter and CV (with ref: “African Programme Visiting Policy Fellow” in the subject line) via email to [email protected].
Application Deadline: 24th May 2021