Political Officer at the Embassy of Denmark in Belgium
Position: Political officer
Type of employment: Full time, two-year contract with the possibility of extension Local contract based on the Staff Rules of the Mission.
Starting date: 1 July 2026
Location: Rue d’Arlon 73, 1050 Bruxelles
Deadline for application: 15 May 2026
Political officer at the Embassy of Denmark in Belgium
The Embassy of Denmark is looking for a dynamic candidate, who is interested in working with Denmark’s bilateral relations to Belgium, Luxembourg and the Holy See. We offer a friendly, collaborative and dynamic work environment with a flat and informal organisational structure.
Main tasks and responsibilities
• Follow the political and economic developments in Belgium and Luxembourg with a primary focus on reporting on Belgian and Luxembourgish positions prior to EU meetings.
• Respond to instructions from Danish authorities concerning Belgian and Luxembourg politics and legislation. Work includes dialogue and cooperation with authorities in Denmark and Belgium and Luxembourg.
• Develop the Embassy’s social media presence in cooperation with colleagues at the Embassy
• Give presentations for visiting groups on Belgian politics and society.
• Tasks and portfolio may however be subject to change according to organisational needs.
Required qualifications and experience
• We seek a responsible, outgoing, and flexible candidate with the ability to withstand pressure and deliver timely on frequent deadlines.
• The candidate shall have an academic master’s degree in political or social science, law, economics or similar. Excellent writing skills and a strong ability to succinctly summarize complex argument are also required.
• The candidate shall have knowledge of the Belgian society and political system. It is an advantage if the candidate also is familiar with Luxembourg and/or the Holy See.
• In our organisation, we emphasize good collaborative and communicative skills. Effective networking capabilities are essential for the work.
• Proficiency in one of the Scandinavian languages is an asset as much communication is conducted in Danish.
• Good communication skills in written and spoken English is necessary as well as good knowledge of French and/or Dutch is a demand.
Employment conditions
• You will be offered a full-time employment on a local contract based on the Staff Rules of Embassy of Denmark in Belgium.
• Your standard working hours will be 37 hours per week.
• You will be entitled to 5 weeks (25 working days) of paid vacation days per year.
• Your salary will reflect your qualifications, relevant experience and proven work-related results
Application and recruitment process
To apply for the position, please send your application in one PDF-file including application explaining your motivation and qualifications for the job, CV, recommendations to [email protected]. Please indicate ‘Position Political Officer' in the subject line of your e-mail.
Your application should be received no later than 15 May 2026
Selected candidates will be invited for interviews – expected to take place end of May.
The Embassy of Denmark attaches great importance to equal opportunities for all and therefore welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, religion, age or disability.
The chosen candidate must present a “No Criminal Record” and pass security clearance by the Danish authorities prior to appointment.
By sending your application, you actively consent to the Embassy of Denmark’s processing of your personal information. You can find more information in the Privacy Notice on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark’s webpage.
About us
Royal Danish Embassy in Belgium is part of the Danish network of diplomatic representations abroad. The Embassy handles Danish diplomatic relations to Belgium, Luxembourg and the Holy See. Find more information on um.dk and um.dk/Belgien.
