Senior Agent – Data Management, Data Analysis Development and Support Team, Analysis and Strategic Coordination Unit - European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (FGIV, The Hague)
About this position
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_This selection procedure is intended to establish a reserve list of successful candidates. It is envisaged to start using the reserve list in Q4 of 2026/Q1 of 2027._
_Europol retains the right to make use of the reserve list to select candidates for similar posts within the organisation, should business needs require so._
**Organisational setting:**
The post of Senior Agent – Data Management is located in Data Analysis Development and Support Team, Analysis and Strategic Coordination Unit, Operational and Analysis Centre (OAC) Department, Operations Directorate.
The Operations Directorate hosts the following distinct Departments: Operational and Analysis Centre, European Serious Organised Crime Centre, European Cyber Crime Centre, European Counter Terrorism Centre, European Financial and Economic Crime Centre and European Centre Against Migrant Smuggling.
The Operations Directorate deals with the core business of Europol, improving the effectiveness and cooperation of the competent authorities in the Member States in preventing and combating serious and organised crime, as well as terrorism affecting the Member States. This requires close cooperation with the Liaison Bureaux at Europol and via them with the Operational Teams in the Member States.
Europol delivers a number of products and services to national law enforcement agencies to support them in their fight against international serious and organised crime, as well as terrorism.
The Operational and Analysis Centre delivers support across the Operations Directorate by delivering added value to all Centres, including several functions of operational and strategic nature:
• Information hub and 24/7 Operational support;
• Travel intelligence;
• Integrated Operational Services;
• EMPACT support;
• Liaison and Stakeholder coordination;
• Strategic analysis;
• Data analysis Development;
• Analysis Training;
As part of the Operational and Analysis Centre, the **Analysis and Strategic Coordination Unit** focuses on enhancing coordination of cross-departmental aspects of analytical work in relation to operational and strategic analysis, such as analysis training, analysis standards and quality control, data analysis support and analysis processes. The Unit also coordinates horizontal topics such as EMPACT support activities, Europol Liaison Officers, support to MS and Third Party LBx and other Europol operational and strategic stakeholders.
**Purpose of the post:**
The incumbent will provide technical and administrative support for data management activities, ensuring the quality, integrity, and accessibility of data. This includes collaborating with temporary agents and senior staff to evaluate products and services before external dissemination or use, contributing to the effective management of data in line with Europol’s mandate.
**Reporting lines:**
The incumbent reports to the Head of the Data Analysis Development and Support Team.
The incumbent carries out the following main functions and duties:
• Support temporary agents in implementing data management activities;
• Assist in the preparation, maintenance and updating of data management documentation, including procedures and guidelines;
• Monitor data quality and consistency, identifying discrepancies and supporting corrective actions in line with established standards;
• Support the coordination of data-related tasks and liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure the timely exchange, processing and availability of information;
• Contribute to the implementation of data governance practices, ensuring compliance with data protection and information security standards;
• Perform research, administrative and other data management-related tasks to support ongoing projects and initiatives;
• Carry out any other duties within the area of competence as assigned by line management.
**a. Candidates must**
• Be a national of one of the Member States of the European Union and enjoy full rights as a citizen;
• Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the applicable laws on military service;
• Produce appropriate character references as to his or her suitability for the performance of the duties;
• Be physically fit to perform the duties pertaining to the position (prior to appointment the successful candidate will be medically examined by one of the institution’s medical officers in order that the institution may be satisfied that the candidate fulfils the requirements of Article 12(2)(d) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Union (CEOS);
• Produce evidence of a thorough knowledge of one of the languages of the Union and a satisfactory knowledge of another language of the Union to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties.
**b. Candidates must**
• Have a level of education which corresponds to completed university studies attested by a diploma when the normal period of university education is 3 years or more.
**OR**
• Have professional training of an equivalent level, and after having completed the training, at least the number of years of relevant professional experience as indicated below:
**Duration of professional training Additional professional experience required for equivalency**
More than 6 months and up to 1 year 3 years
More than 1 year and up to 2 years 2 years
More than 2 years 1 year
**a. Professional experience**
**Essential:**
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in data management, and administration, including data collection, validation, maintenance and quality assurance;
• Experience in drafting and presenting reports, data extracts and statistics;
• Experience working with data management procedures, documentation and quality standards;
• Experience in managing or supporting data management projects.
**Desirable:**
• Experience working in an international organisation or multicultural environment;
• Experience in law enforcement.
**b. Professional knowledge**
**Essential:**
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and compliance standards (e.g. Europol’s legal framework, particularly in relation to data protection requirements);
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting tools to support data processing and coordination;
• Knowledge of data validation, cleansing and quality assurance techniques to ensure accuracy and reliability.
**c. General competencies**
**Essential:**
**Communicating:**
• Very good communication skills in English, both orally and in writing;
• Very good drafting skills and attention to detail.
**Analysing & problem solving:**
• Keen eye for detail with the ability to maintain standards of accuracy under pressure of tight deadlines;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to anticipate potential problems, to determine and to implement solutions;
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and the internet.
**Delivering quality and results:**
• High degree of commitment and flexibility;
• High level of customer and service-orientation.
**Prioritising and organising:**
• Good administrative and organisational skills.
**Resilience:**
• Ability to work well under pressure, both independently and in a team;
• Very good interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively liaise with other departments, groups and teams as well as with external partners.
**Living diversity:**
Ability to work effectively in an international and multi-cultural environment
**All applications for Contract Agent posts must be submitted through the online recruitment system accessible via Europol’s website.**
The Authority Authorised to Conclude Contracts of Employment (AACC) sets up a Selection Committee, composed of at least three members, consisting of one chair and at least one member from the Administration of Europol and one member designated by the Staff Committee.
The selection criteria, set out in this Vacancy Notice, will be assessed by the Selection Committee throughout the different stages of the selection procedure. Before the start of the selection procedure, the Selection Committee will decide which selection criteria will be used at each stage of the selection procedure. Certain selection criteria will be assessed only for shortlisted candidates during a written test and/or a competency-based interview.
The Selection Committee will assess the applications received in order to make an initial selection of those candidates meeting all eligibility criteria and matching best the selection criteria (suitability).
The minimum pass-mark for being shortlisted, i.e. invited to participate in a post-related selection procedure, consisting of a written test and a competency-based interview, is established as 60% of the total maximum score.
The Selection Committee will shortlist the 8 highest scoring candidates. All candidates having a score equal to the 8th highest scoring candidate will be invited to take part in the selection procedure. At shortlisting stage, the Selection Committee will establish the pass-mark for the selection procedure.
It is intended for the selection procedure to be conducted remotely. Should the Selection Committee consider it necessary to conduct the selection procedure on-site at Europol in the interest of the proceedings, and subject to budget availability, the candidates invited to participate in the selection procedure will be informed accordingly.
After the selection procedure has taken place, the Selection Committee will establish a list of successful candidates, i.e. those scoring above the pre-defined pass-mark, which is shared with the AACC, for establishment of a Reserve list. A Reserve list is valid for 24 months.
Candidates who participated in the interview will be informed of the outcome, i.e. whether they have been successful or not.
The Selection Committee’s work and deliberations are confidential. It is forbidden for candidates to make dir
Position details
- Reference
- Europol/2026/CA/FGIV/183
- Directorate-General
- O2 European Serious and Organised Crime Centre (ESOCC)
- Last Verified
- 22 July 2026
Position overview
This is the official EU Careers listing for Senior Agent – Data Management, Data Analysis Development and Support Team, Analysis and Strategic Coordination Unit at Europol based in The Hague at the FGIV grade level (Contract Agent). The vacancy reference is Europol/2026/CA/FGIV/183. It is hosted by O2 European Serious and Organised Crime Centre (ESOCC), the Directorate-General responsible for this policy area.
_This selection procedure is intended to establish a reserve list of successful candidates. It is envisaged to start using the reserve list in Q4 of 2026/Q1 of 2027._
_Europol retains the right to make use of the reserve list to select candidates for similar posts within the organisation, should business needs require so._
Organisational setting:
The post of Senior Agent – Data Management is located in Data Analysis Development and Support Team, Analysis and Strategic Coordination Unit, Operational and Analysis Centre (OAC) Department, Operations Directorate.
The Operations Directorate hosts the following distinct Departments: Operational and Analysis Centre, European Serious Organised Crime Centre, European Cyber Crime Centre, European Counter Terrorism Centre, European Financial and Economic Crime Centre and European Centre Against Migrant Smuggling.
The Operations Directorate deals with the core business of Europol, improving the effectiveness and cooperation of the competent authorities in the Member States in preventing and combating serious and organised crime, as well as terrorism affecting the Member States. This requires close cooperation with the Liaison Bureaux at Europol and via them with the Operational Teams in the Member States.
Europol delivers a number of products and services to national law enforcement agencies to support them in their fight against international serious and organised crime, as well as terrorism.
The Operational and Analysis Centre delivers support across the Operations Directorate by delivering added value to all Centres, including several functions of operational and strategic nature:
• Information hub and 24/7 Operational support;
• Travel intelligence;
• Integrated Operational Services;
• EMPACT support;
• Liaison and Stakeholder coordination;
• Strategic analysis;
• Data analysis Development;
• Analysis Training;
As part of the Operational and Analysis Centre, the Analysis and Strategic Coordination Unit focuses on enhancing coordination of cross-departmental aspects of analytical work in relation to operational and strategic analysis, such as analysis training, analysis standards and quality control, data analysis support and analysis processes. The Unit also coordinates horizontal topics such as EMPACT support activities, Europol Liaison Officers, support to MS and Third Party LBx and other Europol operational and strategic stakeholders.
Purpose of the post:
The incumbent will provide technical and administrative support for data management activities, ensuring the quality, integrity, and accessibility of data. This includes collaborating with temporary agents and senior staff to evaluate products and services before external dissemination or use, contributing to the effective management of data in line with Europol’s mandate.
Reporting lines:
The incumbent reports to the Head of the Data Analysis Development and Support Team.
The incumbent carries out the following main functions and duties:
• Support temporary agents in implementing data management activities;
• Assist in the preparation, maintenance and updating of data management documentation, including procedures and guidelines;
• Monitor data quality and consistency, identifying discrepancies and supporting corrective actions in line with established standards;
• Support the coordination of data-related tasks and liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure the timely exchange, processing and availability of information;
• Contribute to the implementation of data governance practices, ensuring compliance with data protection and information security standards;
• Perform research, administrative and other data management-related tasks to support ongoing projects and initiatives;
• Carry out any other duties within the area of competence as assigned by line management.
a. Candidates must
• Be a national of one of the Member States of the European Union and enjoy full rights as a citizen;
• Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the applicable laws on military service;
• Produce appropriate character references as to his or her suitability for the performance of the duties;
• Be physically fit to perform the duties pertaining to the position (prior to appointment the successful candidate will be medically examined by one of the institution’s medical officers in order that the institution may be satisfied that the candidate fulfils the requirements of Article 12(2)(d) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Union (CEOS);
• Produce evidence of a thorough knowledge of one of the languages of the Union and a satisfactory knowledge of another language of the Union to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties.
b. Candidates must
• Have a level of education which corresponds to completed university studies attested by a diploma when the normal period of university education is 3 years or more.
OR
• Have professional training of an equivalent level, and after having completed the training, at least the number of years of relevant professional experience as indicated below:
Duration of professional training Additional professional experience required for equivalency
More than 6 months and up to 1 year 3 years
More than 1 year and up to 2 years 2 years
More than 2 years 1 year
a. Professional experience
Essential:
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in data management, and administration, including data collection, validation, maintenance and quality assurance;
• Experience in drafting and presenting reports, data extracts and statistics;
• Experience working with data management procedures, documentation and quality standards;
• Experience in managing or supporting data management projects.
Desirable:
• Experience working in an international organisation or multicultural environment;
• Experience in law enforcement.
b. Professional knowledge
Essential:
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and compliance standards (e.g. Europol’s legal framework, particularly in relation to data protection requirements);
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting tools to support data processing and coordination;
• Knowledge of data validation, cleansing and quality assurance techniques to ensure accuracy and reliability.
c. General competencies
Essential:
Communicating:
• Very good communication skills in English, both orally and in writing;
• Very good drafting skills and attention to detail.
Analysing & problem solving:
• Keen eye for detail with the ability to maintain standards of accuracy under pressure of tight deadlines;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to anticipate potential problems, to determine and to implement solutions;
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and the internet.
Delivering quality and results:
• High degree of commitment and flexibility;
• High level of customer and service-orientation.
Prioritising and organising:
• Good administrative and organisational skills.
Resilience:
• Ability to work well under pressure, both independently and in a team;
• Very good interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively liaise with other departments, groups and teams as well as with external partners.
Living diversity:
Ability to work effectively in an international and multi-cultural environment
All applications for Contract Agent posts must be submitted through the online recruitment system accessible via Europol’s website.
The Authority Authorised to Conclude Contracts of Employment (AACC) sets up a Selection Committee, composed of at least three members, consisting of one chair and at least one member from the Administration of Europol and one member designated by the Staff Committee.
The selection criteria, set out in this Vacancy Notice, will be assessed by the Selection Committee throughout the different stages of the selection procedure. Before the start of the selection procedure, the Selection Committee will decide which selection criteria will be used at each stage of the selection procedure. Certain selection criteria will be assessed only for shortlisted candidates during a written test and/or a competency-based interview.
The Selection Committee will assess the applications received in order to make an initial selection of those candidates meeting all eligibility criteria and matching best the selection criteria (suitability).
The minimum pass-mark for being shortlisted, i.e. invited to participate in a post-related selection procedure, consisting of a written test and a competency-based interview, is established as 60% of the total maximum score.
The Selection Committee will shortlist the 8 highest scoring candidates. All candidates having a score equal to the 8th highest scoring candidate will be invited to take part in the selection procedure. At shortlisting stage, the Selection Committee will establish the pass-mark for the selection procedure.
It is intended for the selection procedure to be conducted remotely. Should the Selection Committee consider it necessary to conduct the selection procedure on-site at Europol in the interest of the proceedings, and subject to budget availability, the candidates invited to participate in the selection procedure will be informed accordingly.
After the selection procedure has taken place, the Selection Committee will establish a list of successful candidates, i.e. those scoring above the pre-defined pass-mark, which is shared with the AACC, for establishment of a Reserve list. A Reserve list is valid for 24 months.
Candidates who participated in the interview will be informed of the outcome, i.e. whether they have been successful or not.
The Selection Committee’s work and deliberations are confidential. It is forbidden for candidates to make dir
Salary at this grade
Basic monthly salary at FGIV runs from €4,449 (step 1) to €5,034 (top step), giving an annual range of roughly €53,388 to €60,408 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 €712 per month at step 1 of FGIV) together with household, dependent-child, and education allowances where applicable. Take-home pay is then adjusted by the country correction coefficient for The Hague. For a worked example see our correction coefficients guide and the EU salaries overview.
Application timeline
This vacancy was first listed on 21 July 2026, 1 day ago.
The application deadline is 5 August 2026, 13 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 22 July 2026.
Where to learn more
For full responsibilities, requirements, and career progression at FGIV see our FGIV grade page; for headcount, mission, and other open vacancies at Europol see the Europol institution page; for the cost of living, correction coefficient, and other postings in The Hague see our The Hague location page.
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