6-month paid placement (CIP) – Based in Brussels
The European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN) is looking for a Participation & Network Development Assistant to join our team for a six-month paid placement under the Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle (CIP) scheme.
🌍 About the Role
The Participation & Network Development Assistant will support:
The meaningful involvement of people with lived experience of poverty in EU and national-level policymaking
Capacity-building and development across EAPN’s member organisations
The organisation of the European Meeting of People Experiencing Poverty
Inclusive and accessible internal processes across our network
The role is based in Brussels and offers a chance to work closely with civil society organisations across Europe, gaining first-hand experience in EU advocacy, participatory governance, and community engagement.
🧭 What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a motivated, socially committed candidate with:
Interest in participation, anti-poverty work, and civil society
Experience (paid or unpaid) in community organising or social action
Willingness to learn and work in a diverse, multilingual team
A strong commitment to inclusion, equity and human rights
📄 Apply Now
🗓 Deadline: 30 July 2025
📍 Based in Brussels (with flexibility for occasional remote work)
💶 Indemnity based on age (starting from €865.90/month)
🔗 Download full job description (PDF)
To apply, send:
Your CV (including volunteering or activism)
A short motivation letter (max. 1 page)
Two references
Two examples of actions/projects where you contributed to inclusion of marginalised groups
📩 Applications should be sent to: Philippe Lemmens – philippe.lemmens@eapn.eu
Interviews will take place in the third week of August 2025.
We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of poverty and individuals from underrepresented communities.
This is a great opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who is passionate about social justice, community organising, and ensuring that the voices of people experiencing poverty are heard where decisions are made.
