RPP is currently looking for a Consultant for our EU Office in Brussels

RPP is currently looking for a Consultant for our EU Office in Brussels

RPP is a consultancy focused on policy creation, development and communication. RPP was established as Rohde Public Policy in 2002 with the goal of delivering new conceptual services in the area of public policy, and has grown to be one of the most respected and well-established independent policy service providers. Our topical focus and expertise lies in healthcare, research and innovation, social policy, and related trade and market access issues.

The consultant position will involve taking a leading role on projects in the public health field with including close client interaction and a strong external role. This role would offer the right candidate an opportunity to take over a strong degree of autonomy.

This position requires that you are absolutely fluent in English – both written and orally and that you possess a knowledge in the field of healthcare.

Activities and tasks shall include:

• Analysis of political developments, policy dossiers broader stakeholder positions to form advice for clients and to shape future advocacy work.
• Client management, contract management and strategy development.
• Active interaction with the client national healthcare teams to deliver high quality deliverables on large pan-European projects with a range of stakeholders.
• Close collaboration with senior leadership to build additional skills in advocacy to enhance the successful applicant’s ability to take on further leadership roles.
• Organisation and coordination of meetings and events in the political institutions.
• Building and management of policy multi-stakeholder groups and their strategies.

Activities and tasks shall include:

• Analysis of political developments and policy dossiers to form advice for clients and to shape future advocacy work;
• Client management and strategy development;
• Organisation and coordination of meetings and events in the political institutions;
• Active engagement with the national healthcare teams to deliver high quality deliverables on large pan-European projects with a range of stakeholders;
• Close interaction with senior leadership to build additional skills in advocacy to enhance the successful applicant’s ability to take on further leadership roles.

The candidate should fulfil one or more the following criteria:

• An academic degree in preferably political sciences, law, public health, communications or related disciplines. A secondary degree in any of the above would be considered an advantage
• 3-5 years of work experience in the field of political advocacy in order to fit quickly into a fast-paced work environment and quickly take on responsibility
• A background in a political body or EU institution/agency would be considered beneficial
• An in-depth knowledge of the workings of the EU political system
• An interest and active background in health policy (to be elaborated in your application)

Furthermore, the candidate is expected to bring in the following capabilities:

• An academic degree in preferably political sciences, law, public health, communications or related disciplines. A secondary degree in any of the above would be considered an advantage
• 3-5 years of work experience in the field of political advocacy in order to fit quickly into a fast-paced work environment and quickly take on responsibility
• A background in a political body or EU institution/agency would be considered beneficial
• An in-depth knowledge of the workings of the EU political system
• An interest and active background in health policy (to be elaborated in your application)
• A strong team player is a must: the candidate is expected to manage efficient and agile teams supporting the well-being and professional development of colleagues. The candidate will also be expected to contribute to a friendly office atmosphere (a good sense of humour goes a long way).
• Excellent leadership, team and project management skills and the ability to handle/delegate/review several tasks and/or requests at once.
  

What we offer:

• To be part of one of the top and most respected healthcare public affairs consultancies in Brussels.
• The possibility to do something that really matters: be involved in projects with great societal value improving patients’ lives and addressing some of the most pressing public-health needs at EU level.
• To build your own professional network and work in partnership with key stakeholders ranging from top-level politicians, patient groups, academia to Fortune 500 companies.
• A supportive environment that offers strong independence and fast-paced professional development in a horizontal team-based structure.
• A friendly and positive working atmosphere where colleagues of all levels support one another – no room for a toxic work environment at RPP!
• Possibility to be directly involved in the shaping of internal RPP policies and initiatives (e.g. Wellbeing Initiative that aims to promote the physical and mental wellbeing of colleagues)
• Competitive salary package.
• Free coffee and a great view of the city centre from our terrace.
• Movie savvy colleagues with whom you can discuss your favorite film experiences.

The successful candidate would start as soon as possible and will be granted a standard employment contract. Regular performance reviews could also allow for a quick progression through the firm into increased responsibility.

What to do next?

Please send a copy of your CV with a cover letter addressed to Yordan Aleksandrov at recruiting(at)rpp-group.com

Generic applications will not be processed.