<h1>EU Affairs Manager</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Brussels<br><strong>Reports to:</strong> EU Affairs Director<br><strong>Employment:</strong> Full-time, one-year position, with potential extension depending on funding</p><h2>Who We Are</h2><p>Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a global nonprofit organisation working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalysing the rapid development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. With 30 years of internationally recognized expertise on climate policy and a fierce commitment to exploring all potential solutions, CATF is a pragmatic, non-ideological advocacy group with the bold ideas needed to address climate change. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world.</p><h2>What You’ll Do</h2><h3>Program Context</h3><p>CATF’s EU Affairs team advances advocacy strategies that support the organisation’s climate and energy goals in Europe. Working across CATF programs, the team connects technical and policy expertise with policymakers and external partners. As EU Affairs Manager, you’ll collaborate with program, communications, and advocacy colleagues on a broad range of European policy issues. Your role will help translate CATF’s expertise into coordinated advocacy, stronger relationships, and support for effective climate and energy policies.</p><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li><strong>Advocacy Strategy &amp; Implementation</strong> – Together with the EU Director and team, develop and implement advocacy strategies directed toward EU institutions and Member States to advance CATF’s regional goals.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Relationship Building</strong> – Build and strengthen working relationships with EU institutions, lawmakers, policymakers, and stakeholder networks to support CATF’s advocacy efforts.</li><li><strong>Policy Communications</strong> – Draft policy briefings, open letters, fact sheets, and other advocacy materials. Contribute a policy and advocacy perspective to press statements, blogs, and other public-facing content.</li><li><strong>Cross-Program Collaboration &amp; Strategic Alignment</strong> – Connect CATF programs active in Europe, promote coherent advocacy, and support strategy development for 2027.</li><li><strong>Policy Monitoring &amp; Political Insight</strong> – Track relevant EU legislative and policy initiatives, anticipate political developments affecting CATF priorities, and connect technical experts and consultants with policymakers to support strong climate and energy policies.</li><li><strong>Policy Research &amp; Analysis</strong> – Conduct targeted research and analysis of relevant EU policies to inform CATF’s advocacy work.</li><li><strong>Fundraising &amp; Donor Support</strong> – Support fundraising activities and donor efforts as needed.</li></ul><h2>What You’ll Bring</h2><p>You bring experience in EU affairs and an interest in advancing climate and energy policy. You can organise competing priorities, work independently, and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and cultures. Clear writing and strong interpersonal skills will help you connect policy expertise with advocacy opportunities.</p><h3>Required Experience</h3><ul><li>A university degree in EU studies or a similar field.</li><li>At least three years of experience in EU affairs.</li><li>Experience with, and interest in, EU energy and climate policies.</li><li>English proficiency and excellent writing skills.</li><li>Strong organisational skills, including the ability to handle multiple priorities.</li><li>Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary and intercultural team.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.</li><li>Interest in CATF’s mission.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Experience</h3><ul><li>Additional European language skills.</li></ul><h2>What We Provide</h2><p>This opportunity brings together EU policy, cross-program collaboration, and advocacy to support climate and energy solutions.</p><ul><li>A mission-driven role contributing to CATF’s European climate and energy advocacy.</li><li>Opportunities to collaborate with program experts, communications and advocacy colleagues, external partners, and policymakers.</li><li>A full-time, one-year position based in Brussels, with potential extension depending on funding.</li></ul><h2>Compensation &amp; Pay Transparency</h2><p>CATF believes candidates should have clear information about compensation so they can make informed decisions about opportunities with us. Because our team works across multiple countries, compensation is structured using CATF’s established salary ranges for the role and country of employment.</p><p>The expected base salary range for this position is:</p><ul><li><strong>Belgium: €90,661–€108,793 per year</strong></li></ul><p>Actual compensation will be determined using relevant, job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, role scope, internal equity, and country of employment.</p><h2>Ready to Apply?</h2><p>If you’ve made it this far, you should go ahead and apply.</p><p>You don’t need to meet every requirement to be a strong candidate. If this role aligns with how you like to work and the kind of impact you want to have, we encourage you to submit your application.</p><h2>Equal Opportunity Statement</h2><p>Clean Air Task Force is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.</p>

<p>lean Air Task Force (CATF) is a nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid global development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. This is accomplished through research and analysis, public advocacy leadership, and partnership with the private sector. CATF is highly respected for its deep expertise and research on energy and industrial systems and potential strategies, technologies, and policies that can radically shrink their impact on the planet&rsquo;s atmosphere. Our team of 100+ experts and advocates (and global network of subject matter experts and civil society partners) put this research and knowledge into action by designing and enacting public policies that drive toward zero emissions. We also support policies and work directly with private industry to innovate in technology to make the path to zero emissions swift and affordable.  CATF is headquartered in Boston, and has offices in Washington D.C. and Brussels with staff working virtually around world.</p>

EU Affairs Manager

<h1>EU Affairs Manager</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Brussels<br /><strong>Reports to:</strong> EU Affairs Director<br /><strong>Employment:</strong> Full-time, one-year position, with potential extension depending on funding</p><h2>Who We Are</h2><p>Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a global nonprofit organisation working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalysing the rapid development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. With 30 years of internationally recognized expertise on climate policy and a fierce commitment to exploring all potential solutions, CATF is a pragmatic, non-ideological advocacy group with the bold ideas needed to address climate change. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world.</p><h2>What You’ll Do</h2><h3>Program Context</h3><p>CATF’s EU Affairs team advances advocacy strategies that support the organisation’s climate and energy goals in Europe. Working across CATF programs, the team connects technical and policy expertise with policymakers and external partners. As EU Affairs Manager, you’ll collaborate with program, communications, and advocacy colleagues on a broad range of European policy issues. Your role will help translate CATF’s expertise into coordinated advocacy, stronger relationships, and support for effective climate and energy policies.</p><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li><strong>Advocacy Strategy &amp; Implementation</strong> – Together with the EU Director and team, develop and implement advocacy strategies directed toward EU institutions and Member States to advance CATF’s regional goals.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Relationship Building</strong> – Build and strengthen working relationships with EU institutions, lawmakers, policymakers, and stakeholder networks to support CATF’s advocacy efforts.</li><li><strong>Policy Communications</strong> – Draft policy briefings, open letters, fact sheets, and other advocacy materials. Contribute a policy and advocacy perspective to press statements, blogs, and other public-facing content.</li><li><strong>Cross-Program Collaboration &amp; Strategic Alignment</strong> – Connect CATF programs active in Europe, promote coherent advocacy, and support strategy development for 2027.</li><li><strong>Policy Monitoring &amp; Political Insight</strong> – Track relevant EU legislative and policy initiatives, anticipate political developments affecting CATF priorities, and connect technical experts and consultants with policymakers to support strong climate and energy policies.</li><li><strong>Policy Research &amp; Analysis</strong> – Conduct targeted research and analysis of relevant EU policies to inform CATF’s advocacy work.</li><li><strong>Fundraising &amp; Donor Support</strong> – Support fundraising activities and donor efforts as needed.</li></ul><h2>What You’ll Bring</h2><p>You bring experience in EU affairs and an interest in advancing climate and energy policy. You can organise competing priorities, work independently, and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and cultures. Clear writing and strong interpersonal skills will help you connect policy expertise with advocacy opportunities.</p><h3>Required Experience</h3><ul><li>A university degree in EU studies or a similar field.</li><li>At least three years of experience in EU affairs.</li><li>Experience with, and interest in, EU energy and climate policies.</li><li>English proficiency and excellent writing skills.</li><li>Strong organisational skills, including the ability to handle multiple priorities.</li><li>Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary and intercultural team.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.</li><li>Interest in CATF’s mission.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Experience</h3><ul><li>Additional European language skills.</li></ul><h2>What We Provide</h2><p>This opportunity brings together EU policy, cross-program collaboration, and advocacy to support climate and energy solutions.</p><ul><li>A mission-driven role contributing to CATF’s European climate and energy advocacy.</li><li>Opportunities to collaborate with program experts, communications and advocacy colleagues, external partners, and policymakers.</li><li>A full-time, one-year position based in Brussels, with potential extension depending on funding.</li></ul><h2>Compensation &amp; Pay Transparency</h2><p>CATF believes candidates should have clear information about compensation so they can make informed decisions about opportunities with us. Because our team works across multiple countries, compensation is structured using CATF’s established salary ranges for the role and country of employment.</p><p>The expected base salary range for this position is:</p><ul><li><strong>Belgium: €90,661–€108,793 per year</strong></li></ul><p>Actual compensation will be determined using relevant, job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, role scope, internal equity, and country of employment.</p><h2>Ready to Apply?</h2><p>If you’ve made it this far, you should go ahead and apply.</p><p>You don’t need to meet every requirement to be a strong candidate. If this role aligns with how you like to work and the kind of impact you want to have, we encourage you to submit your application.</p><h2>Equal Opportunity Statement</h2><p>Clean Air Task Force is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.</p>

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