Seconded National Expert - E5 supporting economic and social transition

Unit E5 contributes to the development, implementation and monitoring for policy actions for value creation from research and innovation and the acceleration of the green and digital transformation of industry, strengthening its resilience and its base in Europe. The unit’s remit focuses on supporting Economic and Social transitions, which include health, digital & industry, social sciences & humanities, cultural heritage and the creative sector.

The Expert will contribute to the overall mission of RTD E5. Their tasks include:

- Drafting of speeches, briefings, studies, analysis reports; dissemination and valorisation of research and innovation results; participation in working groups; and the preparation of events, reports, minutes and presentations.

- Contributing to concept development for long-term policies in economic and social transitions, taking into account developments in research and innovation ecosystems and instruments (including public & private financial support to EU R&I).

- Contribute to the Horizon Europe strategic programming activities, with a particular interest in the areas covered by the especially by People Directorate (especially health), as well as in cooperation with the Prosperity Directorate.

The suggested initial duration is 2 years, starting preferably in the 1st quarter of 2022.

For more information regarding tasks of the post, qualifications and language skills sought, please refer to the detailed vacancy notice to be downloaded here