Funded traineeship for young graduates at the EU Delegation to The State of Kuwait - PPI Section

12.12.2024 Expiring soon Teaser The deadline for submitting applications is 15/01/2025

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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 The State of Kuwait?

We offer:
A traineeship of 6 months within the Political, Press and Information Section of the EU Delegation to The State of Kuwait, starting in mid-February 2025, subject to budget availability.

The Delegation of the European Union to Kuwait is responsible for the EU's political and economic relations with Kuwait. It also covers the wide range of areas of co-operation that exist between the EU and Kuwait, ranging from trade and investment, to energy, research and innovation, to security and counter-terrorism, to, culture and education, and to development cooperation.

A core function of the Delegation is promoting EU interests and values, raising awareness and making the EU and its policies known to the general public as well as the state and private sectors in Kuwait. It serves to enhance people-to-people relations and to build bridges between the Kuwaiti society and the citizens in Europe. In this context, the Delegation provides information on EU policies and cooperation programmes of interest to Kuwait. It is the EU point of contact for the Kuwaiti government agencies, the media, businesses, civil society and academic circles.

Main tasks:

• Monitor local and regional press and media;
• Support strategic communication on social media to enhance EU visibility;
• Analyse political developments in The State of Kuwait;
• Conduct research and draft background notes on specific topics;
• Assist in political reporting;
• Attend conferences and seminars upon request and report back;
• Support organisation of public events and campaigns.

We look for:
Qualifications or special requirements:

• Applications currently residing in Kuwait (EU or Kuwaiti nationals) and holding a valid resident permit / visa will only be considered;
• Communication skills, capacity and interest in social media and networking;
• Excellent English language skills;
• Knowledge of Arabic is required;
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills;
• Ability to handle politically sensitive issues in a responsible manner;
• General knowledge of and interest in developments in the Gulf (in particular political, economic and human rights issues;
• Team player skills and a proactive approach to task assignments.

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 - Kuwait/PPI 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.