Transport & Environment (T&E) is seeking a talented policy officer to join its Vehicles team. Transport & Environment (T&E) is Europe's principal environmental group campaigning for more sustainable transport in the EU, and is currently seeking a talented, motivated and proactive individual to work on the topics of e-mobility and low-carbon vehicles. They will join a strong and successful team filling a vacancy created by promotion of the previous team members.

The position requires a person with strong analytical and research skills, the ability to think strategically, EU political savvy, as well as networking, advocacy and impactful communications skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to grasp technical issues, analyse different policy scenarios and translate them into simple and persuasive policy messages that they can disseminate effectively.

We offer the chance to successfully shape policies with huge implications for people and the environment in Europe and across the globe as well as a competitive salary with a substantial package of benefits. The role is based within the Transport & Environment’s Vehicles team and we are looking for a person who is both a team-player, but can also work independently with initiative.

Specific tasks will depend on the aptitude, expertise and interests of the individual(s) and campaigning priorities but are likely to involve:

• Developing a roadmap for the sustainable development of the market for electric vehicles together with taking forward initiatives to maintain and accelerate future progress;
• Supporting work on future car CO2 regulation including: engaging with the European Commission; lobbying MEPs and tabling amendments; preparing position and briefing papers; engaging with Member States and Members to campaign for strong regulations;
• Developing a multi-year campaign to reduce air pollution from trucks and, in particular, campaigning for truck fuel economy standards;
• Taking forward initiatives to strengthen consumer information and messaging about the benefits of low-carbon, fuel-efficient cars and vans working in cooperation with motoring, consumer and business organisations;
• Developing position papers and advocacy and campaigning strategy based upon robust evidence and argumentation to accelerate the introduction of more sustainable vehicles;
• Building a network of NGO, academic, industry and government contacts and working with these to communicate and campaign for more sustainable vehicles;
• Advocating T&E’s position to policymakers, politicians, business leaders, journalists, civil society actors and our international network.

The successful candidate(s) MUST demonstrate they meet ALL of the following criteria (candidates not meeting these criteria are strongly advised NOT to apply):

• Have a good knowledge of emissions from vehicles and relevant EU legislation;
• A minimum of three years' relevant professional experience working on technical issues in the environment, energy, transport or automotive sectors;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and an ability to write in English fluently, accurately and concisely;
• The confidence to think and act with initiative, to engage and influence policymakers, industry representatives and other stakeholders at the highest level;
• Project management experience including strong interpersonal and team-working skills and an ability to deliver to tight deadlines.

The successful candidate SHOULD have:

• An understanding of European policy processes and how to influence these;
• A personal commitment to sustainable transport and the aims of Transport & Environment;
• The ability to speak at least one other EU language fluently (German is particularly beneficial);
• A willingness to work flexible hours and travel occasionally.

This is a full-time position based in Brussels but remote working for up to 2 days a week will be considered. The position is subject to a probation period of 6 months.

To apply, please complete the attached application form and send it together with a copy of your CV to vacancy@transportenvironment.org, clearly demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria. The email subject line should state Application Policy Officer - Emobility and Low Carbon Vehicles. Candidates may NOT apply for both this position and that of the Policy Officer for Clean Energy in Transport.

The closing date for applications is the 12th October. First-round interviews are scheduled to be held on the week commencing the 20th October in Brussels or by telephone. A second round of interviews will be held in early November. The successful candidate will be expected to start by January 2015.

T&E anticipates a high number of applications and only shortlisted candidates for the first round of interviews will be contacted.