Administrative Agent - European Commission (FGII, Brussels)
About this position
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE - JOIN THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION
Do you want to help shape the future of the European Union? Make the planet greener, promote a fairer society, or support businesses and innovation across the EU? Then come and work for the European Commission where you can really make a difference!
Commission staff are a diverse group of people, who are motivated to help make Europe – and the world – a better place. They come from the 27 Member States of the European Union. Different nationalities, backgrounds, languages and cultures make the Commission a vibrant and inclusive place to work.
WE OFFER GREAT JOBS AND GREAT WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Interesting and challenging positions with plenty of opportunities for training and acquiring new skills and competencies throughout your whole career
• Opportunities to move between different policy areas throughout your career
• A package of flexible working conditions including the possibility of teleworking – we care about your work-life balance
• A competitive financial package, including comprehensive healthcare, accident and pension schemes
• A multilingual, multicultural workplace where personal and career development are strongly promoted
• Multilingual schools for your children
We recruit from a wide range of backgrounds and actively promote diversity and inclusion:
We do not only recruit political scientists and lawyers but are also looking for all kinds of profiles, including scientists, linguists, IT experts, data analysts and economists, as well as drivers and engineers.
We are committed to equal opportunities and to fostering a rich, diverse and inclusive working environment. We aim for our workforce to be representative of European society and strongly welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We actively seek to create a workplace where (Reference: Call for interest INTPA/2026/352842)
each staff member feels valued and respected, can give their best and can develop to their full potential.
To promote diversity and establish a geographically balanced pool of candidates, we strongly encourage applicants from Member States which are currently underrepresented in the European Commission workforce to apply. These Member States are currently Austria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, the Netherlands, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malta, Poland, Slovakia and Sweden 1 . Recruitment will however remain strictly based on the merits of all applicants and no positions will be reserved for nationals of any specific Member State.
For more information ec.europa.eu/work-with-us
STAFF RECRUITED ON CONTRACTS
> In addition to permanent officials, the European Commission offers non-permanent positions.
There are two categories of non-permanent staff:
> •
temporary agents are recruited to fill vacant positions for a set amount of time or
to perform highly specialised tasks.
> •
contract agents may provide additional capacity in specialised fields where an
insufficient number of officials is available or carry out a number of administrative or manual tasks. They are generally recruited for fixed-term contracts (maximum 6 years in any EU Institution), but in some cases they can be offered contracts for an indefinite duration (in offices, agencies, delegations or representations).
For more information on different staff categories (Reference: Call for interest INTPA/2026/352842)
# Administrative Agent
# in DG INTPA of the European Commission
Job title: Administrative A gent
Domain: INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION and DEVELOPMENT
Where : Unit INTPA.G.4, “Social Inclusion and Protection, Health and Demography”, Brussels
Function Group : FG II
Contract Type : 3b
Express your interest until : 28.08.2026 - 12.00 (noon, Brussels time)
WE ARE
The Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA) is responsible for formulating the
EU’s international partnership and development policy, with the ultimate goal to reduce poverty,
ensure sustainable development, and promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law across
the world. Through the Global Gateway Strategy, the EU, its Member States, and European
Development Finance Institutions support sustainable investments and development in partner
countries.
Unit INTPA.G4 “Social Inclusion and Protection, Health and Demography” is within the DG for
International Partnerships the center of expertise for external cooperation regarding health, social
protection, social inclusion, disabilities, social and economic inequalities and demography. It
formulates external policies in all these areas, provides expertise and liaises with key international
agencies. The unit is divided in three sections: health, investments in health and social protection
and inequalities.
WE PROPOSE
Unit G4 of DG INTPA is seeking to hire an Administrative Agent. The successful candidate will join a
friendly, dynamic and collaborative unit and will play an important role in supporting its daily
operations.
The successful candidate will provide administrative, logistical and secretarial support to the unit,
including assistance with the preparation and follow-up of meetings and events. They will also
contribute to the follow-up of HR and financial matters and support knowledge management within
the unit. The successful candidate will be expected to manage tasks with flexibility and autonomy,
while ensuring alignment with the priorities and instructions of the Head of Unit.
The selected candidate will contribute to maintaining an efficient flow of information and clear
communication within the unit, with other Commission services and with external statekolders. The (Reference: Call for interest INTPA/2026/352842)
successful candidate will work in close cooperation with the unit’s Secretary and provide cross-
cutting support to the unit’s three teams, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of
the unit.
WE LOOK FOR
We are looking for a highly organised, motivated, reliable and proactive colleague to support the
Unit Secretariat and contribute to the organisation of meetings, events and related coordination
activities.
The successful candidate should have sound organisational skills be flexible, and be able to
prioritise tasks effectively while managing a demanding workload. They should also be capable of
handling sensitive information with discretion. Written and spoken fluency in English, together with
a good command of French, are required.
The ideal candidate should also demonstrate a strong sense of initiative, excellent communication
and interpersonal skills, and a constructive attitude. Flexibility, team spirit, and the ability to provide
reliable backup support to colleagues are also essential. Motivation and the capacity to contribute
to improvements in the working environment and internal working methods would be particularly
appreciated.
Knowledge of corporate IT tools such as ARES (document management), BASIS (briefing tool), MIPS
(mission management) and DECIDE (decision-making tool), or of equivalent systems, would be an
advantage. Good knowledge of Sharepoint is also an asset.
HOW TO EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST?
With a view to guaranteeing equal access to all, the Commission recruits from an open database of spontaneous applications. The present call for interests aims at helping the recruiters to identify potentially interested candidates within this database.
In practice, to express your interest, please follow the subsequent two steps:
1. If you are not registered yet in the open EPSO database, please do so at the following address: CAST Permanent . Please select under selection procedures for contract agent the
CAST permanent profile that best suits your education and experience.
2. You should send your documents in a single pdf in the following order: 1. your CV 2. completed application form. Please send these documents by the publication deadline to INTPA-G4@ec.europa.eu indicating the call for interest reference INTPA/2026/352842 in the subject.
No applications will be accepted after the publication deadline. (Reference: Call for interest INTPA/2026/352842)
# ANNEX
# 1. Selection
Am I eligible to apply?
You must meet the following eligibility criteria when you validate your application :
Our rules provide that you can only be recruited as a contract agent at the European Commission if you:
General criteria:
• Are a citizen of a Member State of the EU and enjoy full rights as a citizen;
• Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by applicable laws concerning military service;
• Are physically fit to perform the duties linked to the position;
• Produce the appropriate character references as to suitability for the performance of the duties.
• Have passed an EPSO CAST in the relevant Function Group for this position. At the stage of the application, it is sufficient to be registered in the EPSO CAST data base.
Qualifications:
(a) Have a level of post-secondary education attested by a diploma OR
(b) a level of secondary education attested by a diploma giving access to post-secondary education, and appropriate professional experience of at least three years.
Only qualifications issued or recognised as equivalent by EU Member State authorities (e.g. by the Ministry of Education) will be accepted.
Languages:
• have a thorough knowledge (minimum level C1) of one of the 24 official languages of the EU 1
• AND have a satisfactory knowledge (minimum level B2) 2 of a second official language of the EU, to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties.
What about the selection steps?
The selecting unit chooses from the EPSO database 3 candidates with the appropriate profile and
invites them to an interview. For the interview a selection panel is set-up to assess the best
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Position details
- Reference
- INTPA/2026/352842
- Directorate-General
- INTPA - International Partnerships
- Vacancy Notice
- Download PDF
- Last Verified
- 6 August 2026
Position overview
This is the official EU Careers listing for Administrative Agent at European Commission based in Brussels at the FGII grade level (Contract Agent). The vacancy reference is INTPA/2026/352842. It is hosted by INTPA - International Partnerships, the Directorate-General responsible for this policy area. The role falls under the International Cooperation And Development domain.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE - JOIN THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION
Do you want to help shape the future of the European Union? Make the planet greener, promote a fairer society, or support businesses and innovation across the EU? Then come and work for the European Commission where you can really make a difference!
Commission staff are a diverse group of people, who are motivated to help make Europe – and the world – a better place. They come from the 27 Member States of the European Union. Different nationalities, backgrounds, languages and cultures make the Commission a vibrant and inclusive place to work.
WE OFFER GREAT JOBS AND GREAT WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Interesting and challenging positions with plenty of opportunities for training and acquiring new skills and competencies throughout your whole career
• Opportunities to move between different policy areas throughout your career
• A package of flexible working conditions including the possibility of teleworking – we care about your work-life balance
• A competitive financial package, including comprehensive healthcare, accident and pension schemes
• A multilingual, multicultural workplace where personal and career development are strongly promoted
• Multilingual schools for your children
We recruit from a wide range of backgrounds and actively promote diversity and inclusion:
We do not only recruit political scientists and lawyers but are also looking for all kinds of profiles, including scientists, linguists, IT experts, data analysts and economists, as well as drivers and engineers.
We are committed to equal opportunities and to fostering a rich, diverse and inclusive working environment. We aim for our workforce to be representative of European society and strongly welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We actively seek to create a workplace where (Reference: Call for interest INTPA/2026/352842)
each staff member feels valued and respected, can give their best and can develop to their full potential.
To promote diversity and establish a geographically balanced pool of candidates, we strongly encourage applicants from Member States which are currently underrepresented in the European Commission workforce to apply. These Member States are currently Austria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, the Netherlands, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malta, Poland, Slovakia and Sweden 1 . Recruitment will however remain strictly based on the merits of all applicants and no positions will be reserved for nationals of any specific Member State.
For more information ec.europa.eu/work-with-us
STAFF RECRUITED ON CONTRACTS
> In addition to permanent officials, the European Commission offers non-permanent positions.
There are two categories of non-permanent staff:
> •
temporary agents are recruited to fill vacant positions for a set amount of time or
to perform highly specialised tasks.
> •
contract agents may provide additional capacity in specialised fields where an
insufficient number of officials is available or carry out a number of administrative or manual tasks. They are generally recruited for fixed-term contracts (maximum 6 years in any EU Institution), but in some cases they can be offered contracts for an indefinite duration (in offices, agencies, delegations or representations).
For more information on different staff categories (Reference: Call for interest INTPA/2026/352842)
# Administrative Agent
# in DG INTPA of the European Commission
Job title: Administrative A gent
Domain: INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION and DEVELOPMENT
Where : Unit INTPA.G.4, “Social Inclusion and Protection, Health and Demography”, Brussels
Function Group : FG II
Contract Type : 3b
Express your interest until : 28.08.2026 - 12.00 (noon, Brussels time)
WE ARE
The Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA) is responsible for formulating the
EU’s international partnership and development policy, with the ultimate goal to reduce poverty,
ensure sustainable development, and promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law across
the world. Through the Global Gateway Strategy, the EU, its Member States, and European
Development Finance Institutions support sustainable investments and development in partner
countries.
Unit INTPA.G4 “Social Inclusion and Protection, Health and Demography” is within the DG for
International Partnerships the center of expertise for external cooperation regarding health, social
protection, social inclusion, disabilities, social and economic inequalities and demography. It
formulates external policies in all these areas, provides expertise and liaises with key international
agencies. The unit is divided in three sections: health, investments in health and social protection
and inequalities.
WE PROPOSE
Unit G4 of DG INTPA is seeking to hire an Administrative Agent. The successful candidate will join a
friendly, dynamic and collaborative unit and will play an important role in supporting its daily
operations.
The successful candidate will provide administrative, logistical and secretarial support to the unit,
including assistance with the preparation and follow-up of meetings and events. They will also
contribute to the follow-up of HR and financial matters and support knowledge management within
the unit. The successful candidate will be expected to manage tasks with flexibility and autonomy,
while ensuring alignment with the priorities and instructions of the Head of Unit.
The selected candidate will contribute to maintaining an efficient flow of information and clear
communication within the unit, with other Commission services and with external statekolders. The (Reference: Call for interest INTPA/2026/352842)
successful candidate will work in close cooperation with the unit’s Secretary and provide cross-
cutting support to the unit’s three teams, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of
the unit.
WE LOOK FOR
We are looking for a highly organised, motivated, reliable and proactive colleague to support the
Unit Secretariat and contribute to the organisation of meetings, events and related coordination
activities.
The successful candidate should have sound organisational skills be flexible, and be able to
prioritise tasks effectively while managing a demanding workload. They should also be capable of
handling sensitive information with discretion. Written and spoken fluency in English, together with
a good command of French, are required.
The ideal candidate should also demonstrate a strong sense of initiative, excellent communication
and interpersonal skills, and a constructive attitude. Flexibility, team spirit, and the ability to provide
reliable backup support to colleagues are also essential. Motivation and the capacity to contribute
to improvements in the working environment and internal working methods would be particularly
appreciated.
Knowledge of corporate IT tools such as ARES (document management), BASIS (briefing tool), MIPS
(mission management) and DECIDE (decision-making tool), or of equivalent systems, would be an
advantage. Good knowledge of Sharepoint is also an asset.
HOW TO EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST?
With a view to guaranteeing equal access to all, the Commission recruits from an open database of spontaneous applications. The present call for interests aims at helping the recruiters to identify potentially interested candidates within this database.
In practice, to express your interest, please follow the subsequent two steps:
1. If you are not registered yet in the open EPSO database, please do so at the following address: CAST Permanent . Please select under selection procedures for contract agent the
CAST permanent profile that best suits your education and experience.
2. You should send your documents in a single pdf in the following order: 1. your CV 2. completed application form. Please send these documents by the publication deadline to INTPA-G4@ec.europa.eu indicating the call for interest reference INTPA/2026/352842 in the subject.
No applications will be accepted after the publication deadline. (Reference: Call for interest INTPA/2026/352842)
# ANNEX
# 1. Selection
Am I eligible to apply?
You must meet the following eligibility criteria when you validate your application :
Our rules provide that you can only be recruited as a contract agent at the European Commission if you:
General criteria:
• Are a citizen of a Member State of the EU and enjoy full rights as a citizen;
• Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by applicable laws concerning military service;
• Are physically fit to perform the duties linked to the position;
• Produce the appropriate character references as to suitability for the performance of the duties.
• Have passed an EPSO CAST in the relevant Function Group for this position. At the stage of the application, it is sufficient to be registered in the EPSO CAST data base.
Qualifications:
(a) Have a level of post-secondary education attested by a diploma OR
(b) a level of secondary education attested by a diploma giving access to post-secondary education, and appropriate professional experience of at least three years.
Only qualifications issued or recognised as equivalent by EU Member State authorities (e.g. by the Ministry of Education) will be accepted.
Languages:
• have a thorough knowledge (minimum level C1) of one of the 24 official languages of the EU 1
• AND have a satisfactory knowledge (minimum level B2) 2 of a second official language of the EU, to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties.
What about the selection steps?
The selecting unit chooses from the EPSO database 3 candidates with the appropriate profile and
invites them to an interview. For the interview a selection panel is set-up to assess the best
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Salary at this grade
Basic monthly salary at FGII runs from €2,715 (step 1) to €3,072 (top step), giving an annual range of roughly €32,580 to €36,864 before tax and allowances. Steps increase automatically every two years; the figures here are taken from the salary grid in the EU Staff Regulations.
Eligible staff posted away from their country of nationality also receive an expatriation allowance worth 16% of basic salary (around €434 per month at step 1 of FGII) together with household, dependent-child, and education allowances where applicable. Take-home pay is then adjusted by the country correction coefficient for Brussels. For a worked example see our correction coefficients guide and the EU salaries overview.
Application timeline
This vacancy was first listed on 30 July 2026, 6 days ago.
The application deadline is 28 August 2026, 21 days from today. Late applications are not accepted, so submit through the official EU Careers portal well in advance.
Last verified against the EU Careers feed on 6 August 2026.
Where to learn more
For full responsibilities, requirements, and career progression at FGII see our FGII grade page; for headcount, mission, and other open vacancies at European Commission see the European Commission institution page; for the cost of living, correction coefficient, and other postings in Brussels see our Brussels location page; for related vacancies in the International Cooperation And Development field browse our International Cooperation And Development domain page.
New to EU careers? Our beginner's guide walks through entry routes, EPSO competitions, and what to prepare. For application logistics see application tips and EPSO competitions.
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Source: This job listing was sourced from the officialEU Careers portal (EPSO). First published: .Salary estimate based on EU Staff Regulations.