EFSA Traineeships Call 2017

WHAT ARE THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

You must satisfy the following requirements on the closing date for submission of your application:

I.    Eligibility criteria

a) Have obtained a university degree of at least 3 years by the closing date of applications (See Annex I for the minimum national qualifications);

b) Have a good knowledge of English (minimum level: B2 according to CEFR);

c) Have never been an EFSA trainee or employed by EFSA in any capacity, receiving any sort of remuneration;

d) Meet the character requirements needed for the duties involved (e.g. a sworn affidavit to the effect that you have no criminal record).

II.    Selection criteria

a) Experience and Knowledge

Knowledge of or experience in an area relating to the activities of EFSA.

b) Competencies

i. Working with others: ability to work cooperatively with others in teams and across organisational boundaries and respect differences between people;

ii. Analysis and Problem Solving: ability to identify the critical facts in difficult issues and develop creative and practical solutions;

iii. Drive for results: ability to take personal responsibility and initiative for delivering high quality work;

iv. Communication in English: ability to communicate effectively in English;

v. Ethics and integrity: demonstrate overall personal integrity and orientation towards fundamental values of the organisation.