Funded Traineeship: Cooperation Section

Job Description

Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and how the EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in Botswana and SADC region?

We offer:

A traineeship of 6 months within the Cooperation Section of the EU Delegation to Botswana and SADC, starting in October/November 2025.

Under the supervision and mentoring of a supervisor, this traineeship will provide a meaningful professional and learning experience in a multicultural work environment.

Main tasks:

• Research on various development cooperation topics;
• Contribution to various reports, and participation in relevant meetings;
• Assist in monitoring and producing analysis on the socio-economic situation in Botswana and SADC;
• Assist with preparations of briefings and organisation of meetings / events;
• Assist with developing communication / visibility / information materials related to EU – Botswana and EU – SADC partnership, including participation in projects’ events and activities;
• Assist in developing relations with the EU Delegation’s interlocutors and partners;
• General support to the Cooperation Section.

We look for:

Qualifications or special requirements:

• Excellent oral and written command of English;
• Knowledge of project management and / or development cooperation would be an asset;
• Knowledge of European institutions and policies would be an asset;
• Multicultural understanding;
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills, initiative and enthusiasm;
• Capacity to work autonomously;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Strong drafting and analytical skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

How to apply?

Candidates must apply to the e-mail address delegation-botswana@eeas.europa.eu and send the following documents:

• A detailed standard Europass curriculum vitae (CV) https://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/ (CVs in other format will not be considered)
• a cover letter describing why you want to participate in a EU traineeship
• and an application form

Please mention in the subject of your e-mail: Funded Traineeship - COOP 2025

Important information to read before applying

Before applying you are requested to examine the dedicated website as well as the general eligibility criteria for a paid traineeship (Article 8 of the Decision ADMIN(2017)28 – Paid traineeship).

Each selected trainee will receive a monthly grant to cover living expenses. All costs related to travels, visa, insurance, accommodation must be borne by the trainee.

Applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered. After the evaluation of all applications, shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. In case the selected candidates are not able to present the required documents, their application will be rejected.

The traineeships can only be offered in compliance with the local legislation as well as the legislation of the country of origin.

Citizens from EU Member states:

• must provide proof that they will be covered against the risk of a pandemic and the costs of repatriation;
• must hold a relevant entrance visa and / or temporary residence permit where applicable, based on the traineeship agreement, the duration of the traineeship, and in compliance with the local legislation.

The deadline for submitting applications is 31/08/2025.