The European Hematology Association (EHA)

About us

Senior Policy Officer, European Affairs

Hematologic diseases afflict millions of Europeans each year. The European Hematology Association (EHA), located in the heart of The Hague (the Netherlands), is a non-profit professional association serving clinicians and researchers with an active interest in hematology in Europe and beyond. Our mission is to promote excellence in patient care through education, research, and advocacy.

Hematology is a constantly evolving field. EHA helps its members stay at the forefront of developments by offering a structured educational program created by hematologists for hematologists. We also provide career development opportunities to help clinicians and researchers grow professionally and personally. Furthermore, EHA advocates for hematology and hematologists at local, European, and international levels.

EHA’s dedication to inclusivity and knowledge-sharing has fostered a dynamic network of professionals. We are more than just an association; we are a thriving community that promotes growth, mentorship, and innovation, transcending geographical and intellectual borders. We seek team members who are inspired by our mission, driven to achieve excellence, and possess the creativity needed to explore diverse income streams for sustainable, long-term growth.

Do you have a thorough understanding of EU public affairs (policy, advocacy, and stakeholder relations)? Are you someone who is capable of serving as EHA ambassador in senior-level policy and stakeholder settings? And, are you eager to contribute to a non-profit association within the medical field? For our European Affairs team, we are looking for a Senior Policy Officer, European Affairs.

About the role

As Senior Policy Officer, you will play a crucial role within the European Affairs team.

You will:

  • Help to guide, coordinate, and oversee the work of the junior and 'medior' policy officers in the team, in close coordination with the Head of European Affairs
  • Translate EHA's strategic advocacy agenda into concrete positions and initiatives
  • Be the policy lead for specific dossiers

As a key member of the European Affairs team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a variety of objectives.

The Senior Policy Officer reports to the Head of European Affairs.

Important information about this opportunity

Only candidates who live in the Netherlands will be considered. If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you must possess a valid work permit for the Netherlands.

Your core responsibilities

Relationship building and management

  • Identify relevant opinion leaders, decision makers, and other influential voices in policy areas of importance to EHA.
  • Initiate, develop, and maintain effective relations with key policymakers and stakeholders.
  • Contribute to, and help to oversee, our participation in or interactions with alliances, networks, and collaborative projects that can help advance EHA’s advocacy priorities.

Policy lead for specific dossiers

  • Develop a thorough grasp of assigned policy dossiers by monitoring and analyzing EU health policy developments, stakeholders’ needs and positions, and their (potential) significance for EHA’s advocacy agenda.
  • Propose, develop, and deliver an EHA position and advocacy approach (proactively where possible, reactively where needed) based on EHA’s advocacy agenda and strategic interests.
  • Represent EHA in relevant policy and stakeholder forums.
  • Proactively seek alignment and collaboration with other stakeholders.

Strategic insight and advice

  • Identify and analyze EU policy trends and developments. Assess their (potential) relevance for and impact on EHA strategy (European Affairs and overarching).
  • Advise the Head of European Affairs on opportunities and risks, as well as potential courses of action in the policy and regulatory realm.
  • Provide expert input into strategic discussions with(in) team and committee.

Intra/inter-team coordination

  • Ensure the appropriate coordination, collaboration, and exchange of information with team members and other EHA teams/colleagues.
  • Flag the need for and facilitate/drive alignment on issues such as positioning, messaging, and partnerships—both within and beyond the team.

Your profile

  • Education: A Master’s degree.
  • Experience: At least five years' experience in EU policy and/or advocacy, and experience or affinity with not-for-profit organizations.
  • Availability: 40 hours per week.
  • Thorough understanding of EU public affairs (policy, advocacy, stakeholder relations).
  • Familiarity with health policy and public health systems.
  • Understanding of precision diagnostics/precision medicine is an advantage.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in a public affairs context.
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to connect and keep an overview of information and activities.
  • Diplomatic, with relationship management and advocacy skills honed in international, multistakeholder, cross-disciplinary environments.
  • Strategic thinking.
  • Cultural sensitivity and awareness.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Willingness to travel outside the Netherlands on a regular basis (mostly within Europe).

What we offer

  • The opportunity to represent the largest hematological association in Europe.
  • An international and dynamic environment with over 15 nationalities.
  • Flexibility and well-being in a collaborative work culture.
  • A hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of two office days per week in The Hague.
  • 30 vacation days, a collective premium-free pension plan, an 8% holiday allowance, commuting allowance, and a benefits package.
  • A training path to support your professional development.
  • Salary range: €4,500–€6,500 gross per month (full-time, 40 hours per week).

How to apply

If you are interested in this role, please send your motivation letter and resume to recruitment@ehaweb.org by May 7, 2025.

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