Application Deadline: 30 April 2025
Start Date:July 2025
Brussels, Diegem (hybrid)
Duration: This is a 6 months temporary contract under the
Responsibilities
- Support preparation, coordination and follow up of events and internal meetings
- Research & monitor key policy trends, regulatory changes and developments in several areas, i.e. Connectivity, AI, cybersecurity, digital transformation, skills, geopolitics and trade, competition and energy
- Create and maintain severalbriefings, presentations,newsletters, stakeholders mapping and other written materials for the EU and global public policy team
- Attend and produce summaries of conferences, seminars, hearings, industry associations meetings
Minimum Requirements
- Recent graduate or accepted intoaMaster's degree inlaw, political science,public policy, economics,or other related field.
- Fluent in English. Other EU languages are an asset.
- Must be able to legally live and work inBelgium, without visa support or sponsorship
- An interest in EU Public Affairs, notably in the fields of digital and telecoms policies
Preferred Requirements
- A sound knowledge of the EU and its institutions and policy-making processes
- Strong research and analytical skills and the ability to interpret and analyse legislation, rules and regulations and summarise them in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to show assertiveness, flexibility, autonomy and diplomacy
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and the ability present ideas and findings at the right level of detail
Why You’ll Love Cisco
Everything is converging on the Internet, making networked connections more relevant than ever before in our lives. Our employees' revolutionary ideas impact everything imaginable - from entertainment, retail, healthcare, and education, to public and private sectors, smart cities, smart cars, and everyday devices in our homes. Here, that means you’ll take creative ideas from the drawing board to powerful solutions that have real world impact. You’ll interface with Cisco leaders, partner with experienced mentors, and develop incredible relationships with colleagues who share your interest in creating an inclusive and sustainable future for all.
But “Digital Transformation” is an empty buzz phrase without a culture that allows for innovation, creativity, and yes, even failure (if you learn from it).