EFSA – Administrative Coordinator

Are you a dedicated professional with expertise in process and resources monitoring, revision, and improvement?  

Do you have experience in project/process management and the ability to coordinate several tasks at the same time?   

Can you provide support to stakeholders and drive engagement in your team?  

 EFSA is looking for an Administrative Coordinator with strong support service skills, ability to assist in the revision of policies, processes and procedures, drive several change management initiatives and support the coordination of applications monitoring projects.  

If you are looking for an interesting and challenging opportunity to apply your skills in an international, scientifically driven organisation, then do not hesitate and send us your application still today!  

The jobholder will work in the Risk Assessment Logistics (RAL) Unit. The mission of the RAL Unit is to:

• Provide (logistic, administrative, information and generic) support services to EFSA scientific staff and experts along the risk assessment processes (from dossier/mandate validation to publication) of all mandates;   
• Contribute to the optimisation and harmonisation of processes during risk assessment and coordinate engagement activities with business operators during the risk assessment process from validation to publication as outlined in the service catalogue for applicants (e.g. clarification through teleconferences, applicant hearings);   
• Coordinate liaison and engagement activities with institutional stakeholders (e.g. European Commission, European Parliament, Member States) and industry stakeholders (e.g. business operators, industry associations, SMEs) on application dossiers/mandates from validation to publication.   

WHAT ARE THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS?

 

You must satisfy the following requirements on the closing date for submission of your application:

 

I. Eligibility criteria

 

1. General requirements

 

• Be national of a Member State of the European Union, Iceland or Norway; 

• Enjoy full rights as a citizen;

• Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by laws concerning military service;

• Be physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post;[1]

• Have a thorough knowledge of one of the EU official languages and a satisfactory knowledge of another EU language;

• Meet the character requirements for the duties involved.

 

2. Qualifications

 

a)    A level of post-secondary education attested by a diploma[2];

3. Experience

 

In addition to the above, at least nine (9) years of proven professional experience[3] acquired after having obtained the qualifications mentioned in point 2.

 

In case you do not fulfil all the eligibility criteria, your application will not be taken into consideration.

 

II. Selection criteria

 

The following competencies will be assessed throughout the different phases of the selection procedure. Candidates are also expected to demonstrate effective communication in both spoken and written English as well as strong motivation for the position.

 

1. Technical competencies

 

i. Plan, monitor, manage and improve processes: At least three years of experience in qualifying and quantifying process requirements (deliverables, timelines, budget, others); Compose, document and catalogue essential processes and procedures; Propose process changes to facilitate and rationalise improvements; Implement process changes; Describe process scope, activities, inputs/outputs, stakeholders involved. 
ii. Analyse and manage budgets: At least three years of experience in assessing the financial possibilities, means, and status of the units, including making financial reports, developing financial statistics reports, supporting the development of the annual budget plan, and planning, monitoring and evaluating budgets. 
iii. Gather and analyse data and information: Experience in analysing relevant data and information and visualising and narrating data driven insights. 
iv. Collaborate and partner with stakeholders: Experience in working effectively and inclusively with a range of internal and external stakeholders and ability to put stakeholder’s criticism and special requests into a greater business context which allows advice and improvements in line with the organisational needs. 
v. Communicate information to different target audiences: Experience in conveying complex, technical or sensitive concepts and make them understandable to the target audience and adapting the language and style of communication to the target audience. 

 

2. Behavioural competencies

 

i. Deal with ambiguity: Able to work constructively within unexpected and unpredictable situations and show resilience and composure, even in difficult or adverse circumstances; able to decide and act without having the total picture; accept constructive feedback in a positive manner;

ii. Focus on stakeholder needs: Committed to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and gain their trust and respect;

iii. Plan and measure for results: Set ambitious goals that exceed the targets and create plans to achieve them; ensure an efficient and responsible planning and management of resources;

iv. Work with others: Work confidently within a group and contribute to achieve the common goals, understanding own role and how it supports the team and the organisation; able to cooperate, listen actively, manage conflicts and motivate colleagues.

 

 

NOTE

 

 

This vacancy is published as well internally at the grade bracket AST4 – AST9.

 

[1] Before appointment, a successful candidate shall be medically examined by an institution’s medical officer in order that the European Food Safety Authority may be satisfied that he/she fulfils the requirement of article 28(e) of the Staff Regulations of the Officials of the European Communities.

 

[2] Any academic qualification mentioned in the application form shall be duly supported by evidence (original or certified copies of e.g. diplomas, certification, etc.) Only qualifications issued by EU Member State authorities and qualifications recognised as equivalent by the relevant EU Member State authorities will be accepted. In instances where diplomas are obtained from a non-EU Member State, EFSA may request the candidate to provide a relevant document of comparability issued by a recognised authority.

 

[3] Any professional experience mentioned in the application form shall be duly supported by evidence (original or certified copies of e.g. contracts, payslips etc.). Professional experience shall be taken into account from the date on which the person fulfils the minimum qualifications for engagement. In order for your professional experience to be taken into consideration, it must be supported by relevant documents attesting an actual work relationship defined by the following elements: real, genuine work; on a paid basis; as employee (any type of contract), or provider of a service.  Any given period may be counted only once (in order to be calculated as eligible, years of studies or professional experience to be taken into account shall not overlap with other periods of studies or professional experience). Professional activities pursued part-time will be calculated pro-rata on the basis of the certified percentage of full-time hours worked. Remunerated PhDs acquired in a field relevant to the job description can be counted as professional experience up to 3 years. Paid traineeships are counted as working experience. Prior to contract signature, the successful candidate(s) will need to provide original versions of documents proving the candidate’s work experience.