Policy Officer, EU Commission (Ukraine Service)

NORCAPs mission is to improve aid to protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change. With expertise in the humanitarian development and peacebuilding sectors we collaborate with local national and international partners on finding solutions that meet the needs of people at risk.

We do this by:

• Supporting humanitarian development and peacebuilding initiatives that protect and empower people
• Improving impact at the global and local level through joint projects with partners and stakeholders
• Providing expertise and developing capacity that enable partners to meet the needs of people in fragile situations and crises
• Strengthening the global system that we are part of through support for leadership coordination and policy development
• Building bridges between the humanitarian development and peacebuilding sectors

NORCAP is looking to recruit a Policy Officer as a Norwegian National Seconded Expert (SNE) to the Ukraine Service of the European Commission.
Under the guidance of Commission official the Policy Officer will contribute to supporting Ukraines reforms in particular related to employment social policy and other reforms in the human capital/social area as well as research and science and civil protection and disaster risk management.
The Policy Officer will cover chapters of the acquis in the context of the enlargement reporting and maintain close coordination within Directorate E in particular related to the overall recovery and reconstruction operation and all relevant Directorate Generals (DG) the European External Action Service (EEAS) the EU Delegation in Kyiv as well as with the Ukrainian authorities.

The position is open to Norwegian citizens only with a duration of 2 years with possibility for extension.

Policy Analysis:

• Under the guidance of a Commission Official follow up the political economic and / or social situation aspects trends and/or developments in Ukraine as well as in the area of the EU- Ukraine relations including existing EU policies and/or legislation
• Under the guidance of a Commission Official draft briefings decision notes reports press releases and other documents concerning all areas of responsibility

Policy Development:

• Under the guidance of a Commission official support EU-Ukraine policy development and implementation with particular focus on employment and social reforms and research and science
• Under the guidance of a Commission official support policy dialogue with all relevant ministries agencies donors and other relevant stakeholders in all areas of concern
• Under the guidance of a Commission official contribute to sector analysis and to the definition of a sector strategy particularly in the recovery and reconstruction process

Policy Coordination:

• Under the guidance of a Commission official liaise with Ukrainian partners and the EU Delegation in Kyiv on employment social and research and science reforms as well as with Commission services regarding relevant acquis chapters in the context of enlargement reporting

General program Management:

• Under the guidance of a Commission official assist in analysing and instructing proposals for relevant programmes / projects dedicated for supporting Ukraine

External Relations:

• Under the guidance of a Commission official maintain close contacts with different services of the European Commission the EEAS EU-Member States and like-minded third countries working on Ukraine in the related fields of responsibility

Inter-service Coordination and Consultation

• Under the guidance of a Commission official prepare conduct and respond to inter-service consultations on all relevant aspects of the above mentioned Commission work
• Assist the Commission official in different inter-service groups

• Education: Higher education in preferably at Master level in a relevant field
• Required 2 years experience in external relations inter-institutional relations representation negotiation and participation
• Experience in the areas of international relations and the European Union is desirable
• Required 2 years experience in Policy development
• Experience with and insight in designing reform strategies and their implementation is desirable
• At least 2 years experience in EU neighbourhood
• Knowledge of Ukraine and of the functioning of EU institutions would be an asset
• At least 2 years experience in Aid cooperation
• Experience in supporting social policies in third country is an advantage
• Languages: Fluency in English and Norwegian required

In addition the candidates needs to:

• Be a Norwegian citizen and hold a Norwegian passport
• Currently work in a state or public institution
• Be a member of the Norwegian Social Security Scheme (Folketrygden)
• Preferably hold a Security Clearance at EU Secret (Hemmelig)

Competencies:

• Analysing and Problem Solving
• Communicating with impact
• Delivering Quality and Results
• Prioritising and Organising
• Working with Others

What we offer:

In recognition of your expertise and contributions we provide the following benefits and opportunities:

• Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation
• Access to a network of humanitarian peace and development professionals
• A dedicated Staff Care Unit
• Eligible for consideration for NORCAP membership and future assignments subject to a successful performance review.

Our Values & Commitment (NRC / NORCAP)

NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC).

All NRC employees are expected to act in accordance with the organisations values.
Being dedicated innovative inclusive and accountable are behaviours and beliefs that guide how we work and how we build relationships. We are committed to creating a safe respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued empowered supported and a genuine sense of belonging.

NORCAP values diversity equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to respond effectively to the needs of people affected by crisis.

NRC has a zerotolerance stance toward any form of exploitation or abuse including sexual exploitation abuse and harassment (SEAH) and we do not tolerate inaction when concerns arise.

All offers are subject to reference and background checks conducted in line with our safeguarding standards and NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply

Based on what you have read so far do you think you could be a good fit If so please follow these steps and apply!

When submitting your application kindly register in English your full employment history and education. Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed.

NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.
An approved Health Certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignment.
Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.

Apply before 30th April 2026 11.55PM CET

We look forward to receiving your application!