Senior Policy Advisor – AI, Digitalisation & Power (1‑year)

About the role

EDRi is looking for an experienced Senior Policy Advisor to lead advocacy on AI, digitalisation and power. The role focuses on advancing a just and open internet, information democracy and participation within EDRi’s 2025‑2030 strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and shape EDRi’s advocacy on AI, public digital infrastructures, biometric surveillance and the intersection of technology with labour rights.
• Develop and implement policy positions on the societal, economic and environmental impacts of technology.
• Coordinate coalition‑building efforts with civil‑society partners and EDRi members.
• Represent EDRi in expert hearings, panels, interviews and EU policy‑making processes.
• Contribute to field‑building activities, convenings and strategic communications.

Required profile

• Proven experience in policy analysis, advocacy or research on digital rights and emerging technologies.
• Strong knowledge of AI and its implications for human rights and EU tech law.
• Ability to work onsite in Brussels and engage with a high volume of in‑person meetings.
• Excellent communication and coalition‑building skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Annual gross salary of €65,769.54 (including 13th month and holiday savings).
• Four‑day, 32‑hour work week (no work on Fridays).
• Flexible working hours, limited teleworking from Belgium, additional family‑care leave.
• Transport allowance, complementary pension, lunch vouchers and training budget.