Working for the U.S. Mission
We offer you the chance to join a unique team where your work contributes to our Mission: maintaining and strengthening the diplomatic ties between the United States and The Netherlands. Not just in The Netherlands, but all over the world, U.S. Mission employees strive to protect and promote U.S. security, prosperity, and democratic values. Are you ready to join us?
What you do
In this position, you assist and advise the Front Office, Political-Economic Counselor, Economic Chief, and economic officers in policy advocacy on behalf of Mission goals across a broad range of economic issues, including entrepreneurship, innovation, climate, and critical and emerging technologies such as semiconductors, quantum, AI, and telecommunications. Working independently as one of three local staff members supporting the work of the Pol/Econ Section and the only local staff member in the Economic Unit, you track all economic issues in the Netherlands. You draft reports and provide expert research, reporting, advice, and related services of broad scope and complexity on Dutch macroeconomic trends; domestic, regional, and international economic policy as pertains to the Netherlands; investment screening, sanctions, economic security including supply chains/competition, and other environment, science, and health issues. As a foundation for policy advocacy, you develop and maintain regular contacts with mid-to-senior level stakeholders and policy makers up to the CEO/Minister level.
What we ask (minimal requirements to apply)
· For salary grade 10: At least five (5) years of progressively more responsible experience in program management, research and analysis, planning and strategy related to government, business, ICT, public policy, and/or law with proven skill in written presentation of analysis and advocacy in the areas of economic, business, and policy issues.
· For salary grade 9: At least four (4) years of progressively more responsible experience in program management, research and analysis, planning and strategy related to government, business, ICT, public policy, and/or law with proven skill in written presentation of analysis and advocacy in the areas of economic, business, and policy issues.
· A university degree in a relevant major field of study, such as history, business/economics, science, government and/or journalism or local equivalent is required.
In addition, we ask for the following minimal requirements:
· Level IV (fluent) English and level IV (fluent Dutch (reading, speaking, writing) is required.
· You must be able to approach assignments in an analytical and objective manner to identify and separate important developments and trends from less important matters; and must be able to develop and cultivate a knowledgeable and reliable set of key contacts at many levels and in all sectors of the economy. You must be able to demonstrate initiative within established parameters set by the supervisor. Advanced computer skills are required, including a familiarity with social media and Al-assisted research technology. Skills and abilities may be tested.
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass security certification and may be required to obtain a Certificate of Conduct for Natural Persons (VOG) from the Ministry of Safety and Justice of the Netherlands.
What we offer
· Annual salary of EUR 56,284 – EUR 94,024
· 8.33 % End of year bonus (13th month)
· 8.2% Holiday bonus
· 3.67% Duty-free days bonus
· American and Dutch public holidays (approximately 18 days per year)
· Minimum 26 days of paid annual leave per year
· One-year contract which will be renewed under the same conditions based on job performance, funding, and security clearance.
· Sick leave, maternity leave, parental leave, and other leave in line with Dutch regulations
· Pension Plan
· Travel allowance
· Bicycle Benefit Plan
How to apply
Please submit your application via our Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA): https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/nld/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms
Please note the ERA vacancy announcement prevails over this announcement where there are differences in the text. You can create an account in just a few simple steps and submit your application.
Next steps
When the vacancy closes, HR will conduct an initial screening of the applications. If you are invited for a language test and interview, we will reach out to you via e-mail.
If you have any questions about the position or working for the U.S Mission to The Netherlands, please reach out to Kimberly Reimer-Voois:
Desk: +31703102235
Cell: +31618355320
E-mail: thehaguerecruitment@state.gov