Deadline for application: 30 May 2025

Interviews will start immediately and continue until the vacancy has been filled

Start date: as soon as possible, exact date to be agreed

Duration: 1 year contract with possibility of renewal

Location: Brussels

About OpenForum Europe

OpenForum Europe (OFE) is a not-for-profit think tank that promotes openness in computing to policymakers and communities across Europe. Our Policy Research and Development team in Brussels works with a network of partners, supporters, academics, and specialist advisors. OFE focuses on key digital policy areas, including open technologies, standardisation, cybersecurity, digital government, competitiveness and innovation policy, digital sovereignty, public procurement, copyright, cloud computing, digital platforms, and internet policy. Our work is guided by the principles of user-centricity, competition, flexibility, sustainability, and openness. We collaborate closely with the European Commission, the European Parliament, the United Nations, and national and local governments, both directly and through our network of national partners.

The Role

OFE is recruiting a Policy Advisor to contribute to its work at the intersection of open technologies and European digital policy. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team and play a key role in policy research, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.

We welcome applications from candidates with either:

• 3–5 years of professional experience in EU digital policy and public affairs, OR

• Technical or regulatory expertise in open technologies and software policy.

This position offers the opportunity to further develop either profile through internal support and training.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on open source-related policies and regulations, providing strategic policy recommendations.

• Analyse and assess the impact of open source policies and legal frameworks, with a focus on digital sovereignty.

• Drive and coordinate EU-funded projects, ensuring alignment with OFE’s strategic objectives while fostering stakeholder collaboration and risk management.

• Produce high-quality content, including policy briefs, reports, and thought leadership pieces, to inform policymakers and industry stakeholders.

• Engage and strengthen community-building efforts, fostering dialogue with key stakeholders to advance open source adoption in the public sector.

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with policymakers, industry leaders, and technology advocates, promoting the integration of open source software in public sector digital transformation.

Represent OFE at conferences, forums, and policy discussions, delivering presentations and engaging with key decision-makers.

Candidate Profile & Competencies

We are seeking candidates with one of the following backgrounds:

• 3–5 years of experience in EU digital policy or public affairs, ideally in a Brussels-based context, OR

• Demonstrated expertise in open technologies, software regulation, or related technical domains.

  
  

Essential Competencies

• Excellent command of English (native or near-native); knowledge of additional European languages is an asset.

• Strong policy writing skills, with a proven ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely.

• Familiarity with open source software and its role in public sector digital transformation.

• Ability to manage policy projects and collaborate across teams and organisations.

• Experience engaging with policymakers, industry, and civil society stakeholders.

  
  

Candidates with broader experience are encouraged to apply. The role and responsibilities may be adapted to reflect the selected candidate’s profile.

We’re also looking for a Senior Policy Advisor, learn more and apply here 

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to jobs[at]openforumeurope[dot]org with “Policy Advisor [your name]” in the subject line. We encourage applicants to include samples of written work and public talks relevant to this role.

For any queries, feel free to contact us via the same email.