Policy & Research Assistant

Position description

The International Union of Property Owners (UIPI) is seeking a motivated Policy & Research Assistant to join its Brussels office for a minimum six-month traineeship, starting in early 2027.

PROFILE

• Currently enrolled at university (Master's or final-year Bachelor's) in law, political sciences, European studies or a related field;
• Eligible for a university exchange or traineeship programme, such as an Erasmus+ traineeship grant, through your home university;
• Strong interest in EU affairs and European policy, in particular housing, climate and real estate policy;
• Good understanding of the EU decision-making process;
• High proficiency in written and spoken English. Additional EU languages are an asset;
• Strong research, analytical and drafting skills;
• Proactive, independent and highly organised;
• EU national or holder of a valid Belgian work permit.

RESPONSIBILITIES

EU Policy Monitoring

• Track and analyse EU policies, legislation and initiatives relevant to housing and the property sector;
• Prepare briefings and summaries on key policy developments;
• Attend relevant meetings, events and conferences and report on them.

Research and Content for Advocacy

• Conduct research on national legislation and practices across UIPI member countries;
• Develop content for UIPI's advocacy work, including position papers, consultation responses and policy analysis.

EU-funded Projects

• Contribute to research activities and content development in the EU-funded projects UIPI participates in;
• Assist with the logistics of project meetings, workshops and events.

Communication

• Support UIPI's communication activities, including newsletter articles, website and social media content.

Application instructions

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