Aviation and Rail Policy Officer

Position description

BEUC – The European Consumer Organisation is currently looking for an Aviation and Rail Policy Officer to reinforce its Transport and Mobility team.

The tasks of the position will include:

The successful candidate will contribute to BEUC’s work, analysis and activities on aviation and rail policies. Depending on experience, responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring the implementation of the commitments for environmental claims made by the airlines towards the CPC authorities under the current BEUC and ensuring coherence with the transposition of future legislation;
• Conducting research on climate-related claims, such as onto the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels, and collecting evidence of consumer acceptance and understanding of climate-related policies;
• Drafting, coordinating and disseminating policy and technical recommendations;
• Engaging in discussions with relevant stakeholders and policymakers around rail ticketing and rail passenger rights;
• Sharing intelligence with BEUC members, partner organizations and industry players on how to make alternative and more sustainable transport modes of transport to air travel more attractive;
• Developing and maintaining contacts with EU policy makers, NGOs, academia, industry and other potential partners;
• Providing intelligence and assistance to BEUC’s membership on issues related to policies related to aviation and rail;
• Working closely with the Communications team on event organisation and public-facing aspects of campaigns, including press requests and social media activities;
• Duties may evolve according to the development of the team and its activities.

Qualifications

The main qualifications we are looking for are:

• A University degree (Master’s level) in Law, EU Law, Politics, or Environmental Sciences. Specialisation enabling a good understanding of EU aviation and rail policies would be an advantage;
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in aviation and/or rail policy at EU level, gained in a comparable environment (NGO, EU institution, public authority, EU trade association, etc.);
• A technical background or practical experience in the aviation and/or rail sectors would be an asset;
• Good knowledge of the EU institutions and their political and legislative decision-making processes is a must;
• A demonstrable ability to communicate complex technical concepts and policy information clearly and effectively;
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English; proficient knowledge of another EU language is an asset;
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to rapidly process information, including in new or unfamiliar policy areas;
• A highly organized and structured professional, capable of managing multiple projects and delivering results to deadlines;
• A strong interest in the work of civil society and non-governmental organisations and their role in EU policymaking, and in making consumer products sustainable;
• A commitment to working in an international, inclusive and diverse team, in alignment with BEUC’s values of openness, ambition, respect, and self-awareness.

What we offer:

• A full-time 12-month contract with a competitive salary package (salary, fringe benefits, extra-legal paid leave, flexible working hours, partial homeworking possibility), and the potential to be renewed;
• A gross monthly salary in the indicative range of €3.895 and €4.142 gross, depending on experience;
• A multidisciplinary and multicultural working environment within an organisation dedicated to promoting consumer rights and interests and driven by professionalism and respect;
• Networking opportunities with numerous stakeholders and decision makers;
• A non-routine job implying action in several topics related to energy and mobility;
• The opportunity to deliver positive impact in an exciting international organisation with a dynamic, committed and fun team in the heart of Brussels.

Location: As our contracts are subject to Belgian law, candidates must be committed to official registration in Belgium and working from our Brussels office. We offer teleworking possibilities from home or abroad, subject to our remote working policy and organisational needs.

Application instructions

Applications for the position should be sent by 08 March 2026 by e-mail to [email protected] with subject line: “Aviation and Rail Policy Officer”.

The first round of interviews will take place as of 16 March 2026, and the second round the week of 23 March 2026.

The expected entry into function is April 2026 at the latest.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Your application should include the following documents:

• A curriculum-vitae, with no photol
• In a separate file, answers to the following questions:

• • Why would you like to work at BEUC? [Briefly explain the main reasons that motivate you to work at BEUC, using maximum 250 words.]
  • Why should BEUC appoint you? [Tell us why you think we should appoint you, using maximum 250 words.]
  • Based on your analysis, how can sustainability policies and climate targets for the aviation sector be best supported by consumer organisations? [Using maximum 250 words.]

Any incomplete application will be disregarded.

BEUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. Please do not include a photo in your CV.

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