Policy Officer - Economic and Trade Affairs (Local Agent Group I)

About the role

The EU Delegation to the Pacific in Suva seeks a Policy Officer (Group I) to support the management of EU trade policy across the Pacific Island Countries, Papua New Guinea and the French Overseas Territories. The role is based in Suva and operates under the Head of Delegation, the Directorate‑General for Trade and Economic Security, and the Head of Regional Partnerships.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor negotiations, implementation and impact of the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) between the EU and Pacific States, including Fiji, PNG, Samoa and the Solomon Islands.
• Track policy developments in economic and trade fields of the host region, focusing on trade flows, fiscal policy, tax systems, financial services, land ownership, IP rights, competition and foreign investment.
• Provide analytical support and expertise to the Head of Regional Partnerships and the Team Leader.
• Coordinate with EU headquarters and European stakeholders, accommodating atypical working hours for online meetings.

Required profile

• Ability to work under the authority of the Head of Delegation/Chargé d’affaires and follow instructions from the DG for Trade and Economic Security.
• Willingness to support the Head of Regional Partnerships and a Team Leader in delivering EU trade policy objectives.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract of 2 years (alternative arrangements possible for internal candidates).
• Opportunity to work within a 50‑plus staff diplomatic mission.
• Exposure to EU‑wide trade policy and regional development initiatives.