Application
Who can apply
The Bellevue Programme is aimed at employees of key government departments in Germany, France, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain and Hungary. It targets civil servants who already have several years of professional experience in public administration and have taken on or are preparing for initial leadership responsibilities. Familiarity with the structure and operations of the European Union is required. Enthusiasm for the European idea goes without saying.
We are looking for the decision-makers of tomorrow who want to shape European cooperation with commitment and passion.
Requirements
The Bellevue Programme is aimed at employees of key government departments in Germany, France, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain and Hungary. It targets civil servants who already have several years of professional experience in public administration and have taken on or are preparing for initial leadership responsibilities. Familiarity with the structure and operations of the European Union is required. Enthusiasm for the European idea goes without saying.
We are looking for the decision-makers of tomorrow who want to shape European cooperation with commitment and passion.
Requirements
- At least 6 years of professional experience after graduation
- At least 4 years as a civil servant in key federal government departments
- Initial managerial experience or prospect of leadership responsibility
- Outstanding academic qualification (Masters degree or equivalent)
- Study and/or work experience abroad
- Excellent knowledge of English
- Good basic knowledge (at least) of the language of the desired host country
- Excellent general education and knowledge of national and international politics and economics
- Pronounced interest in the political development of the European Union
- Negotiating skills
- Team skills
- Initiative and strong performance commitment
- Excellent writing skills
- Ability and desire to become proficient in a new field of work quickly
- Ability and desire to work in cross-departmental interdisciplinary groups
Documents to be submitted
The application must include the following documents:
- Application form, completed in English
- Detailed CV in English
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably in English
- Confirmation of secondment approval by superior
- Copies of important university degrees and professional certificates
- Covering letter in English: Detailed written presentation of the motives for applying to the programme, the mid- and long-term professional goals, and expectations of the deployment in the host country. The letter should indicate how the applicant aims to incorporate the new experience gained from the programme into his/her future career.
Application and Selection process
Please submit your application to your respective country's partner institution to the Bellevue Programme.
Application for programme year 2012/2013
The application period for the programme year 2012/2013 starts December 1, 2011 and ends March 30, 2012.
