Senior Policy Advisor, Advocacy Coordination

We are seeking a highly motivated and solution-oriented person to assist in our Policy team.

As part of the Policy team, you will be leading the coordination of SPE's advocacy strategies to the European Parliament and the European Commission and support the organisation's activities on skills and public acceptance. With the support of our knowledgeable, friendly and dynamic team, you will contribute to the success of SolarPower Europe's projects and advocacy activities.

Job responsibilities

1. Lead the coordination of SPE advocacy strategies to the European Parliament and the European Commission:

   • Develop close relationships with MEPs and assistants. Attend Strasbourg plenaries as a default trip, closely monitor developments in the EP and the COM, provide transparency to SPE policy team and Leadership team about risks and opportunities;
   • Support SPE Leadership and Policy teams in positioning SolarPower Europe among newly elected MEPs and Commission representatives.

2. Support developing strategies on transversal policy and political themes:

   • Support the development of an approach to the EU debates on the EU multi-year budget, the Governance Regulation, NECPs, and the interplay between that;???
   • Establish top-notch monitoring and planning tools for the organisation???.

3. Horizontal:

   • Contribute to the content of SolarPower Europe's communication channels such as the newsletter, social media, website;
   • Contribute to SolarPower Europe's business development and member recruitment and retention;
   • With the support of SPE colleagues, organise webinars, workshops and other events in collaboration with SolarPower Europe's Events team.

Profile

• Masters' Degree in a relevant discipline such as International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Law, or similar;
• At least 3 years of demonstrated relevant work experience in EU advocacy in the field of energy or sustainability;
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in understanding of solar PV or renewable energy sector in the EU and at the global level: key players, drivers, barriers, challenges and trends;
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in advocacy and understanding of EU policymaking process;
• Excellent communication skills, experience with social media and other distribution channels, and strong command of English - written and oral; additional EU languages are a plus;
• Team player with flexibility to work in a dynamic and multicultural team with high interaction across different departments.

Our offer

• A permanent Belgian contract with a competitive remuneration package.
• Attractive benefits package including public transportation allowance, work-from-home allowance, dental and hospitalisation insurance, and lunch vouchers.

Solar for All - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of our mission to ensure solar is at the core of a smart, sustainable, and inclusive energy system.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, as diversity strengthens our impact and perspective.

Application

A CV (maximum 2 pages) and a one-page motivation letter should be sent to [email protected] until 21 March 2026 quoting "Senior Policy Advisor, Advocacy Coordination" in the subject line.

Note that while we recognise the role of generative AI tools within the workplace, we would like your cover letter to share and demonstrate your unique perspective and approach to the role. For this reason, we discourage overreliance on such tools in your application.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.