Project Summary:
The overall objective (Impact) to which this action contributes is:
To assist the European Commission in facilitating spaces for dialogue (in-person and virtual) and consultations at global and regional level with civil society networks, foundations and associations of local authorities and EU institutions and Member States, mainly through the Policy Forum on Development (PFD), and ad hoc consultations. To support the European Commission in exploring new avenues of cooperation with CSOs, foundations and LAs and guiding the organisations in this regard. To contribute to the drafting of concept notes, regular updates on policy issues related to and raised by civil society, foundations and associations of local authorities and contribute in background papers, and other material relevant for the dialogue.
Qualifications and Skills:
At least a university degree (Master or equivalent) in one of these fields: political science, international relations, development cooperation, economics, communication, or relevant discipline directly relevant for the assignment. This diploma may be replaced by a Bachelor degree (or equivalent) plus 3 years of work experience in addition to the 7 years requirement under the general professional experience.
Demonstrated experience of at least 5 years in facilitation and moderation of multi-stakeholders’ consultation activities.
Demonstrated experience of at least 3 years in drafting of reports, policy papers, background documents, agenda and concept notes.
C1 level of English
C1 level of either French or Spanish
At least B2 level of the other language (French or Spanish, as applicable) will be considered as an asset
General Professional Experience:
At least 7 years of professional experience in fields related to multistakeholder engagement in policy processes and dialogues with international organisations and/or state actors.
Professional experience in the field of communication will be considered as an asset.
Specific Professional Experience:
Professional experience of at least 3 years in preparing, facilitating and reporting back from international multi-stakeholder consultations/dialogues.
Professional experience of at least 1 year in database management.
Professional experience of at least 1 year in update and moderation of digital communication platforms.
Bot and Third-Party Applications
Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact [email protected] for assistance.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Belgium Remote Office (BE99)
Skills Required
- University degree (Master or equivalent) in political science, international relations, development cooperation, economics, communication, or relevant discipline
- At least 7 years of professional experience in multistakeholder engagement in policy processes and dialogues with international organisations and/or state actors
- At least 5 years of facilitation and moderation of multi-stakeholders' consultation activities
- At least 3 years drafting reports, policy papers, background documents, agendas and concept notes
- At least 3 years preparing, facilitating and reporting back from international multi-stakeholder consultations/dialogues
- At least 1 year of database management experience
- At least 1 year experience updating and moderating digital communication platforms
- C1 level of English
- C1 level of either French or Spanish
- B2 level of the other language (French or Spanish) considered an asset
- Professional experience in the field of communication
ICF Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ICF and has not been reviewed or approved by ICF.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan choices (UHC PPO/HDHP and Kaiser in some areas) come with employer HSA/HRA funding and wellness incentives, with dental and vision included. Mental-health access is emphasized via Modern Health, offering up to 10 therapy and 10 coaching sessions annually.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-building resources include Maven support on UHC plans, $10,000 lifetime fertility/surrogacy reimbursement, and $5,000 for adoption, milk-shipping, and clinician-led programs. Caregiver and 24/7 resources are also available through the EAP.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 5% discount is broadly available and regularly highlighted in postings. This adds a straightforward path for employees to build ownership alongside salary and benefits.
ICF Insights
What We Do
ICF is a leading global solutions and technology provider with approximately 9,000 employees in industries across the public and private sectors. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
Why Work With Us
At ICF, we’ve built a culture rooted in expertise, innovation, and purpose—enabling us to build a more prosperous and resilient world for all. When our employees grow, our solutions thrive—regardless of your role, team, or location, you’ll have opportunities to make connections, build community, and take action to develop your career.
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