TRAINEESHIPS IN DELEGATIONS : Request for publication - Funded traineeship - EUDEL to Vietnam - Development Cooperation Section

07.05.2024 Expired Teaser The deadline for submitting applications is 16/05/2024 by 17h00 (Vietnam time).

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 Vietnam?

We offer:
A traineeship of up to 6 months within the Development Cooperation Section of the EU Delegation to Vietnam, starting in October 2024.

The Cooperation Section of the EU Delegation to Vietnam manages the bilateral development assistance provided by the EU to Vietnam.

Main tasks:

• Contribute to the management of development projects covering various sectors at different stages in the project life cycle;
• Review and comment on proposals, reports, and other project-related documents;
• Draft briefings and speeches for the Head and Deputy Head of Cooperation and the Head of Delegation and report back on meetings and events;
• Assist in meeting and interactions with a variety of partners, including Government counterparts, EU Member States, implementing partners, private sector;
• Contribute to the analysis of developments in a variety of sectors.

We look for:
Qualifications or special requirements:

• University degree in humanities, social, politics, economic or environmental (including climate change, engineering) fields with an international focus;
• Willingness and ability to quickly familiarise with the EU’s rules and regulations for development cooperation;
• Interest and ability to work in a multicultural environment;
• Perfect command of English;
• Proficiency in the use of IT 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 - Development Cooperation Section

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.