Policy Officer

European Federation of Building and Woodworkers

About the Organisation

European Federation of Building and Woodworkers (EFBWW) defends the rights of workers in the building, woodworking, and forestry sectors and allied industries and trades. The EFBWW also provides a framework for trade union cooperation and the coordination of lobby work towards the European institutions and other actions undertaken in the industries we represent in Europe. The EFBWW has 77 affiliated unions in 36 countries and is a member organisation of the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC). 

We deal with the labour market, migration, capacity building, industrial relations, health and safety issues, and worker representation in multinational companies. Together with the ETUC and the other European Industry Federations, we are striving to achieve a fair internal market and a more social Europe.

About the role

European Federation of Building and Woodworkers is looking for a Policy Officer. You will primarily (75%) support EFBWW work in the field of fair labour mobility, one of EFBWW’s key priorities. You will further develop the ECMIN and support capacity building of EFBWW affiliates in Central and Eastern Europe.

You will support the organisation of the next EFBWW Congress (25%) that will take place in France in 2028, and will contribute to making the most important event in the democratic life of EFBWW a success. You are a team player and will carry out tasks in close collaboration with the Communication Officer and other EFBWW colleagues, reporting to the General Secretary.

Responsibilities

Tasks:

• Follow-up ECMIN project administration, logistics, political and communication.
• Investigate funding opportunities to support networking between trade unions and relevant stakeholders in sending and receiving countries within and outside the EU.
• Prepare first steps towards an EFBWW alert mechanism for mobile construction workers in distress.
• Investigate funding opportunities to support EFBWW’s ongoing capacity building efforts in the CEE region, including accession countries.
• Support the organization of the next EFBWW Congress (France, 2028) and coordinate activities and events related to ‘70 years of EFBWW’.
• Support EFBWW campaigns and policy initiatives in the field of fair labour mobility, particularly the Subcontracting campaign.

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Required:

• Committed to social justice and support for trade unions
• Fluent in English
• Good knowledge of EU institutions
• Excellent organisational and time management skills (proven).
• Experience in project application and project management
• Creative and dynamic
• Good communication and networking skills
• High level of initiative and independence while being a team player
• IT skills; proficient in MS Office
• Willingness and availability to travel.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary and benefits
• Public Transport Reimbursement
• Possibility for teleworking
• A Multicultural, Creative and Dynamic Environment
• European Travel

Working locations

• Brussels, Belgium

How to apply

• Email your application in English to [email protected], including a CV and a letter of motivation. Clearly mark the subject of your email "Vacancy EFBWW Policy Officer".

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