Policy Officer – Economic and Trade Affairs (Group I)

About the role

The EU Delegation to the Pacific in Suva seeks a Policy Officer (Group I) to support the implementation and monitoring of EU trade policy across the Pacific Island Countries, Papua New Guinea and the French Overseas Territories. Working under the Head of Delegation and the Head of Regional Partnerships, the officer will contribute to the EU’s economic partnership agenda in a diplomatic environment.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor negotiations, implementation and impact of the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) between the EU and Pacific states.
• Track policy developments in trade, fiscal matters, tax systems, financial services, land ownership, IP rights, competition and foreign investment in Fiji and other Pacific partners.
• Provide analytical support and briefing notes for senior officials and EU headquarters.
• Coordinate with EU institutions, local governments and regional stakeholders to ensure coherent policy actions.
• Assist in preparing reports, forecasts and policy recommendations related to trade flows and economic development.

Required profile

• University degree in economics, international relations, law or a related field.
• Experience working on trade policy, economic development or in an international organization is desirable.
• Strong analytical abilities and familiarity with EU trade instruments.
• Excellent written and spoken English; knowledge of French is an asset.

Required skills

• Analytical research and policy monitoring.
• Report writing and briefing preparation.
• Understanding of EU trade agreements and regional economic frameworks.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract of 2 years.
• Opportunity to work in a diplomatic mission in Suva, Fiji.
• Engagement with EU trade policy across 13 Pacific Island Countries and French OCTs.
• Occasional atypical working hours to coordinate with EU headquarters.