Research Assistant – DARE Future-Proofing Europe Project (m/f/d) (Berlin, Warsaw, London)

Job title: Research Assistant – DARE Future-Proofing Europe Project (m/f/d) (Berlin, Warsaw, London)

Company: ECFR


Job description: Job PurposeReporting to ECFR’s Distinguished Policy Fellow of the DARE Future-Proofing Europe Project, the Research Assistant (RA) provides general research support and assistance in a variety of activities within a new grant focused on “de-risking, diversifying and decarbonizing” as guided by the project leadership team. The RA will gather and analyze data, monitor geopolitical developments, and assist in drafting policy reports and briefs. In addition, the RA collaborates to help coordinate the project team’s agenda and serve as a key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders. This role is central to advancing the research agenda of the project which spans across all ECFR programmes and national offices, of the cross-programmatic project, supporting strategic decision-making, and fostering relationships with key policy experts, stakeholders, and collaborators.Main ResponsibilitiesConduct background research gathering, analyzing and synthesizing data from written publications, speeches, policy papers.Plan external meetings (both virtual and in-person) with senior politicians, policy-makers, journalists, companies, foundations and thinkers, drafting correspondence and ensuring appropriate follow-up, including working on event planning—in close collaboration with the European Power Programme Coordinator.Handle logistical arrangements for research interviews, workshops, conferences and other events; collate brainstorm sessions and seminars; Handle logistical arrangements for research interviews, workshops, conferences and other events; collate brainstorm sessions and seminars.Write summary reports of books, articles, seminars, and conferences and producing transcripts and notes of research interviews.Assist on writing funding proposals and designing engaging presentations; contribute to the strategic planning and overall research direction working closely with the Distinguished Policy Fellow.Assisting in stakeholder mapping and management and updating our internal systems and database
Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support overall ECFR organizational priorities.Person SpecificationEducation

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in international affairs, political science, public policy or related field.

Experience

• Previous experience conducting research in a variety of topics.
• Experience in administrative/project coordination, especially in a research-driven environment is highly desirable.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken (native level) is a must, additional languages are an advantage.
• Interest in international affairs, climate and energy policy is a must; international political economy or trade policy expertise is a plus

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analysis skills, with the ability to synthesize large volumes of information and find new and original ways of connecting the dots.
• Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to draft reports, briefs, and correspondence to a high standard.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and demanding deadlines while ensuring attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving to approach challenges creatively and proactively, ensuring flexibility to adapt to varying workloads.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-national team, fostering a positive collaborative culture
• Excellent interpersonal skills to comfortably interact across various organizational levels and with external stakeholders in a confident and professional manner.
• Discreet and able to handle sensitive and confidential matters.
• Highly proficient in MS Office; and good knowledge of presentation packages.
• Knowledge handling social media, CRM and data analysis software and research databases.
• Experience in navigating AI powered research tools

Special conditions

• This role requires occasional travel and general willingness to work outside of standard business hours if necessary, including occasional weekends or evenings.

What we offer

• Competitive monetary compensation
• Convenient office location in the heart of Berlin, Warsaw or London
• Stimulating and open work culture at an innovative and renowned pan-European think tank with partly hybrid work opportunities that allow flexibility while maintaining productivity and collaboration.
• Opportunity to collaborate with highly motivated and committed colleagues from diverse backgrounds across Europe, within an organization that holds a distinguished position and wide recognition within the think tank world.

To Apply and Next stepsIf this is of interest, we look forward to receiving your application by 13th of July!Please use the apply button to submit your cover letter and CV (max. 2 pg. and pdf format).Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU or UK.We aim to inform you promptly about the status of your application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly with the details about next steps in the process.We care about your data privacy. If you are interested to know more about how we manage your personal data, you can find more information in this link:ECFR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASEAbout usThe European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) is an award-winning international think-tank that aims to conduct cutting-edge independent research on European foreign and security policy and to provide a safe meeting space for decision-makers, activists and influencers to share ideas. We build coalitions for change at the European level and promote informed debate about Europe’s role in the world.In 2007, ECFR’s founders set about creating a pan-European institution that could combine establishment credibility with intellectual insurgency. Today, ECFR remains uniquely placed to continue providing a pan-European perspective on some of the biggest strategic challenges and choices Europeans need to confront, with a network of offices in seven European capitals, over 90 staff from more than 25 different countries and a team of associated researchers in the EU 27 member states. For more information check our website:

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Job date: Tue, 08 Jul 2025 22:02:43 GMT

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