Under the supervision of the Head of Legal Unit, Competition and Energy Lawyer shall be involved in the following tasks:

• Review compliance of measures taken by the Contracting Parties to the Energy Community Treaty ("the Treaty") with the Energy Community acquis,
• Contribute to the overall monitoring of the progress related to the implementation of the Energy Community acquis by the Contracting Parties to the Treaty, including the preparation of reports, in particular in the areas of competition and State aid law;
• Assist the Contracting Parties to the Treaty in implementing the Energy Community acquis in the ares of competition and State aid law in all areas covered by the Treaty including under the cooperation procedures in the Dispute Settlement Rules of Procedure;
• Contribute to the enforcement of the Energy Community acquis through the dispute settlement procedure in all areas of law covered by the Treaty,
• Maintain the Energy Community case file and organize the procedural aspects of the dispute settlement procedure,
• Perform analytical work and research on legal issues related to the Energy Community, and in particular with regard to competition and State aid law;
• Establish and maintain the Secretariat’s relations with the competition and State aid authorities in the Contracting Parties, including the organisation of training;
• Perform any other task, related to the activities of the Energy Community Secretariat as requested by the Head of Unit and the Director.

Requirements

The role requires a strong service-oriented approach, emphasizing data confidentiality and professional ethics. Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills is vital for collaborating in diverse work settings and engaging with various stakeholders.

Core values and competencies:

• Professionalism: Demonstrates a high level of competence and ethical conduct in all tasks and interactions,
• Integrity: Consistently upholds the organization's core values and principles in all actions,
• Diversity: Respects and values diverse perspectives and contributions, fostering an inclusive work environment,
• Commitment: Actively contributes to the attainment of organizational objectives,
• Accountability: Takes ownership of both individual and delegated responsibilities, ensuring their successful completion,
• Collaboration: Effectively collaborates with colleagues to achieve shared goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working atmosphere,
• Result-oriented: Drives efforts toward achieving concrete outcomes and measurable results.

Selection criteria

Eligibility criteria:

• Citizenship of either EU Member States or of any Contracting Party to the Treaty,
• Physical capability to fulfil the responsibilities associated with the position,
• University degree in law, preferably with a specialisation in Competition and State aid law,
• Robust knowledge of the Competition and State aid acquis,
• Excellent analytical, legal argumentation and drafting skills,
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in areas covered by the job description,
• Excellent command of English.

Supplementary criteria:

• Knowledge of the European energy acquis will be considered an asset,
• Professional experience with the legal system of the Contracting Parties will be considered an asset,
• Professional experience in enforcement activities will be considered an asset, 
• Professional experience related to EU competition and State aid rules will be considered an asset,
• Proven experience of working in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment.

Employment contract

The Competition and Energy Lawyer will be offered a contract for three years, with a probation period of 6 months, which may be renewed. The duty station is in Vienna, Austria.

The salary ranges are defined by the Energy Community budget. For this position, the Energy Community Secretariat offers a tax-exempted salary of EUR 6.473. The final remuneration will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and outcome of the recruitment process.

Other benefits consist of:

• 30 annual leave days per calendar year, as well as the official national holidays of the duty station,
• Up to three work from home days per calendar month,
• Accident insurance fee coverage of 100%,
• Health insurance scheme in the form of a monthly reimbursement of up to EUR 500 of the actual cost of the individual health prime,
• Coverage of selected individual development and trainings.

The terms and conditions of employment adhere to the provisions outlined in the Energy Community Staff Regulations.

The commencement date of the employment is expected to be as soon as possible.

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Under the supervision of the Head of the Ukraine Support Task Force Unit and in cooperation with the Lead of the Ukraine & Moldova Fiduciary Task Force, the Grants and Donor Relations Expert shall be involved in the following tasks:

• Supports the organisation, preparation and execution of outreach campaigns and webinars for potential donors to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund,
• Participates in and contributes to outreach campaigns and webinars to attract contributions to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund,
• Ensures communication with potential donors,
• Reviews and develops the set-up of the Ukraine Energy Support Fund in order to address current and future challenges and needs as well as potential cooperations,
• Supports the drafting and negotiating of contracts with donors and beneficiaries under the Ukraine Energy Support Fund,
• Supports communication activities regarding contributions to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund,
• Supports reporting activities regarding contributions to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund,
• Supports the record-keeping of all relevant information and documentation pertaining to the tasks performed,
• Provides timely communication to different stakeholders, in particular donors to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund,
• Cooperates with the Ukrainian authorities and companies on compiling the urgent needs of the Ukrainian Counterparties and coordinating them with the funds available,
• Participates in and contributes to meetings of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine’s working group(s),
• Supports allocation of available funds to approved Support Requests,
• Reviews approved Support Requests as to their compliance with the contractual requirements,
• Supports the process of reserving funds,
• Ensures communication with donors about the use of their respective Grant,
• Perform any other task, related to the activities of the Energy Community Secretariat as requested by the Head of Unit, the Lead or the Director.

Requirements

The role requires a strong service-oriented approach, emphasizing data confidentiality and professional ethics. Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills is vital for collaborating in diverse work settings and engaging with various stakeholders.

Core values and competencies:

• Professionalism: Demonstrates a high level of competence and ethical conduct in all tasks and interactions,
• Integrity: Consistently upholds the organization's core values and principles in all actions,
• Diversity: Respects and values diverse perspectives and contributions, fostering an inclusive work environment,
• Commitment: Actively contributes to the attainment of organizational objectives,
• Accountability: Takes ownership of both individual and delegated responsibilities, ensuring their successful completion,
• Collaboration: Effectively collaborates with colleagues to achieve shared goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working atmosphere,
• Result-oriented: Drives efforts toward achieving concrete outcomes and measurable results.

Selection criteria

Eligibility criteria:

• Citizenship of either EU Member States or of any Contracting Party to the Treaty,
• Physical capability to fulfil the responsibilities associated with the position,
• University degree in the field economy, law, engineering or other field relevant to the job description,
• Excellent communication and drafting skills,
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience,
• Excellent command of English.

Supplementary criteria:

• Command of Ukrainian will be considered an asset,
• Professional experience with donor funded projects in Ukraine will be considered an asset,
• Professional experience with projects in the energy sector will be considered an asset,
• Professional experience in drafting grant agreements will be considered an asset.

Employment contract

The Grants and Donor Relations Expert will be offered a contract until the end of 2025, with a probation period of 6 months, which may be renewed. The duty station is in Vienna, Austria.

The salary ranges are defined by the Energy Community budget. For this position, the Energy Community Secretariat offers a tax-exempted salary of EUR 6.473. The final remuneration will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and outcome of the recruitment process.

Other benefits consist of:

• 30 annual leave days per calendar year, as well as the official national holidays of the duty station,
• Up to three work from home days per calendar month,
• Accident insurance fee coverage of 100%,
• Health insurance scheme in the form of a monthly reimbursement of up to EUR 500 of the actual cost of the individual health prime,
• Coverage of selected individual development and trainings.

The terms and conditions of employment adhere to the provisions outlined in the Energy Community Staff Regulations.

The commencement date of the employment is expected to be as soon as possible.

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Under the supervision of the Head of the Ukraine Support Task Force Unit and in cooperation with the Lead of the Ukraine & Moldova Fiduciary Task Force, the Procurement and Contracting Expert shall be involved in the following tasks:

• Monitors the procurement process of items to be purchased under the Ukraine Energy Support Fund,
• Cooperates with the procurement agent and facilitates the elimination of any bottlenecks or issues arising at procurement stage,
• Participates in negotiations between vendors and Ukrainian Counterparties, if necessary to accelerate the process,
• Supports the handling of issues arising in the framework of the implementation of Purchase Agreements concluded under the Ukraine Energy Support Fund,
• Supports the record-keeping of all relevant information and documentation pertaining to the tasks performed,
• Provides timely communication to different stakeholders,
• Perform any other task, related to the activities of the Energy Community Secretariat as requested by the Head of Unit, the Lead or the Director.

Requirements

The role requires a strong service-oriented approach, emphasizing data confidentiality and professional ethics. Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills is vital for collaborating in diverse work settings and engaging with various stakeholders.

Core values and competencies:

• Professionalism: Demonstrates a high level of competence and ethical conduct in all tasks and interactions,
• Integrity: Consistently upholds the organization's core values and principles in all actions,
• Diversity: Respects and values diverse perspectives and contributions, fostering an inclusive work environment,
• Commitment: Actively contributes to the attainment of organizational objectives,
• Accountability: Takes ownership of both individual and delegated responsibilities, ensuring their successful completion,
• Collaboration: Effectively collaborates with colleagues to achieve shared goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working atmosphere,
• Result-oriented: Drives efforts toward achieving concrete outcomes and measurable results.

Selection criteria

Eligibility criteria:

• Citizenship of either EU Member States or of any Contracting Party to the Treaty,
• Physical capability to fulfil the responsibilities associated with the position,
• University degree in in the field economy, law, engineering or other field relevant to the job description,
• Excellent communication and drafting skills,
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience,
• Excellent command of English and Ukrainian.

Supplementary criteria:

• Professional experience in the Ukrainian energy sector will be considered an asset,
• Legal background or experience with drafting contracts will be considered an asset,
• Professional experience in contract management will be considered an asset.

Employment contract

The Procurement and Contracting Expert will be offered a contract until the end of 2025, with a probation period of 6 months, which may be renewed. The duty station is in Vienna, Austria.

The salary ranges are defined by the Energy Community budget. For this position, the Energy Community Secretariat offers a tax-exempted salary of EUR 6.473. The final remuneration will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and outcome of the recruitment process.

Other benefits consist of:

• 30 annual leave days per calendar year, as well as the official national holidays of the duty station,
• Up to three work from home days per calendar month,
• Accident insurance fee coverage of 100%,
• Health insurance scheme in the form of a monthly reimbursement of up to EUR 500 of the actual cost of the individual health prime,
• Coverage of selected individual development and trainings.

The terms and conditions of employment adhere to the provisions outlined in the Energy Community Staff Regulations.

The commencement date of the employment is expected to be as soon as possible.

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