Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Guyana?

We offer:

A traineeship of 6 months within the Cooperation Section of the EU Delegation to Guyana, starting in October 2024.

The cooperation section is responsible for the unfolding of the EU Global Gateway Investment Agenda and for the coordination and management of projects in the countries and territories under the remit of the delegation. In addition to the bilateral envelopes, the section is also the entry point of different regional and continental initiatives. This includes relations with government, international partners and civil society organisations. The focal sectors for Guyana are Forest and Health/Pharma.

Main tasks:

• Assist the Head of Cooperation and team colleagues over the cycle management of projects
• Support the organization of events
• Assist in drafting speeches, press releases
• Assist in the possibility of rolling out a Youth Network
• Research on topical issues as necessitated (topics will be selected, for example forest, health/pharma, civil society, etc.)
• Assist with preparing the event calendar for Ambassador and/or Head of Section and data base
• Assist with the management of the Delegation's social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) in coordination with Political, Press and Information Section

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• University degree in economics, political science, social science, engineering, development studies, international relations or similar.
• English is the working language at the Delegation; knowledge of Spanish, French or Dutch will be an asset.
• Taking into account the local health and security conditions, applicants currently residing in Guyana (Guyanese nationality or citizens from the EU Member States) will only be considered.

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address DELEGATION-GUYANA-JOBS@eeas.europa.eu  and send the following documents:

• A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/ (CVs in other format will not be considered)
• a cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship
• and an application form

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - Cooperation Section/HOC

Important information to read before applying

Before applying you are requested to examine the dedicated website as well as the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 – Paid traineeship).

Each selected trainee will receive a monthly grant to cover living expenses. All costs related to travels, visa, insurance, accommodation must be borne by the trainee.

Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. After the evaluation of all applications, shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. In case the selected candidates are not able to present the required documents, their application will be rejected.

The traineeships can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation as well as the legislation of the country of origin.

Citizens from EU Member states:

• must provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation;
• must hold a relevant entrance visa and / or temporary residence permit where applicable,  based on the traineeship agreement, the duration of the traineeship, and in compliance with the local legislation.