The Transatlantic Consumer Dialogue (TACD) is hiring for a Digital Policy Assistant

The tasks of the position will include:

Under the supervision of the TACD director, the jobholder will contribute to the following activities:

• Assist in coordinating TACD’s digital and online marketplaces workstreams. This includes organizing calls with TACD members taking notes and drafting minutes. It also involves coordinating policy documents: drafting material and liaising with members;
• Monitor TACD members’ websites and publications on digital and e-commerce topics;
• More specifically, support TACD’s work on files related to digital including data protection and privacy, AI, digital fairness, responsibility of online marketplaces and product safety;
• Assist the team to coordinate the publication of a report on e-commerce (e.g. selecting a provider, gathering members input, supporting the preparation of the communication materials);
• Support the team in organizing events (e.g. events, roundtables and meetings);
• Contribute to the reporting of activities to members, notably in the newsletter, and external stakeholders;
• Tasks may evolve according to the development of the team and its activities.

The main qualifications TACD is looking for are:

• A university degree in international relations, political science, public policy, digital policy or similar academic studies;
• Relevant experience of 1+ year in a similar environment (NGO, institution, trade association, law firm);
• An interest in working on digital policy and e-commerce;
• Comprehension and interests in U.S., EU and UK affairs and institutions;
• Excellent writing and presentation skills in English are essential;
• A working knowledge of the EU and/or U.S. institutions and legislative process would be an advantage;
• A proven ability to understand, appreciate and explain the technical issues which arise in the transatlantic relationship with digital and e-commerce;
• A proven interest in understanding, appreciating and articulating consumer interests in the digital and e-commerce sectors;
• Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds;
• Team player and well-organised.

The offer:

• A non-routine job supporting an energetic and committed team in delivering a positive impact and promoting people’s rights across the Atlantic;
• The opportunity to work with inspiring leaders from the consumer and digital rights movement from both sides of the Atlant
• A multidisciplinary and multicultural working environment within a network dedicated to promoting consumer interests and digital rights;
• A full-time 12-month fixed-term contract with a competitive salary package (salary, fringe benefits, extra-legal paid leave, flexible working hours) and the potential to be renewed;
• A gross monthly salary in the indicative range of 3.448€ and 4.113€ gross, depending on experience.