Job DetailsJob Location: San Francisco, CA 94109Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $110,000.00 - $116,700.00 Salary/yearThe Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), an established nonprofit organization defending online privacy, free expression and innovation, is looking for a full-time EU legal policy specialist to join our International Policy team. As our Assistant Director of EU Policy, you will co-lead our legal advocacy and lobby efforts across European institutions to protect digital rights. Reporting to the International Policy Director, you will oversee critical files related to tech regulation, such as age verification, communication confidentiality and user autonomy in digital markets. You will also use your experience with Brussels’ politics to manage relationships with EU policymakers and international coalition partners. You track legislative developments with precision and have the technical and legal understanding to articulate policy issues through expert testimony and accessible written advocacy. You understand legislative frameworks, landmark court cases, and the various technologies that underpin them. We value candidates who bring diverse experiences and perspectives, professional and otherwise, to our team and to EFF as a whole. If you can add value to EFF’s International Policy team, please apply. What You’ll Do The Assistant Director of EU policy reports to EFF’s International Policy Director and is responsible for the following: Bolstering EFF’s legal advocacy before EU institutions and other international venues Facilitating EFF’s international policy team’s priorities related to tech, freedom of expression and privacy regulation Tracking priority legislation in the European Union Developing policy positions on EU internet regulation Writing high-quality blog posts and positions about digital rights issues and court cases Work collaboratively relationships with other grassroots advocacy groups in Europe Publicly represent EFF’s positions to policy makers, international coalitions and media What We’re Looking For To be successful in this job, you’ll need: Ability to comprehend and articulate complex and nuanced technology policy issues, including basic ability to comprehend various technology, legislation, and court cases Ability to understand and articulate with accuracy EFF’s mission, positions, and work; Eagerness to work with a broad range of stakeholders, both inside and outside the organization Sensitivity and respect towards co-workers, outside partners, members of the public, donors, and others with whom this role interacts Proficiency in the English language – additional languages welcome – and comfort with public speaking What Else You Should Know This is a fully remote position; you will work from Europe and be present in Brussels frequently to engage directly with EU institutions and participate in high-level advocacy meetings. The compensation for this position will be between $110,000 to $116,700 USD per year depending on experience and location. EFF is a great place to work! We offer a supportive and empowering environment. For this role, we ensure all employment terms, social protections, and benefits are fully compliant with the local labor laws of your European country of residence. EFF is looking to fill this position as soon as possible and will review applications on a rolling basis so please submit your completed application promptly. Please know we value hearing about you, so applications without a cover letter and/or response to the writing prompt will not be considered. Detailed Job Description Position Summary The Assistant Director of EU Policy focuses on advocacy developments in Europe. The position will support EFF’s International Policy Director and be responsible for overseeing files related to tech, free expression, privacy, and human rights. Ideal candidates will have deep expertise in EU lawmaking and experience representing civil society organizations at policy and global venues and collaborating with international coalition partners. Essential functions Bolstering EFF’s legal advocacy before EU institutions and other international venues Facilitating EFF’s international policy team’s priorities related to tech, freedom of expression and privacy regulation, including key issues such as age verification mandates, communications confidentiality and user autonomy in digital ecosystems. Assisting relevant working groups within EFF, ensuring that the implications of international policy development are well-understood across teams in the organization Developing policy positions on EU internet regulation and international policy developments, including writing position statements and blog posts to promote digital rights internationally Understand EFF policy positions in terms of EFF core goals of promoting civil liberties, creativity, innovation, and justice, including how they've evolved over time and how they can be turned into legislative or regulatory action Writing high-quality, accurate, compelling blog posts and other materials about digital rights issues and related court cases Help identify strategic opportunities for EFF to develop advocacy responses and influence public conversations Publicly represent EFF’s positions to policy makers, international coalitions and media Respond to policy developments as an issue area expert Qualities we are seeking/Competencies Able to comprehend and articulate complex and nuanced technology policy issues, including basic ability to comprehend various technology, legislation, and court cases Ability to understand and articulate with accuracy EFF’s mission, positions, and work; Demonstrates sensitivity and respect towards co-workers, outside partners, members of the public, donors, and others with whom this role interact Works to positively and collaboratively resolve conflicts and overcome challenges Ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders, both inside and outside the organization Available and responsive to colleagues, outside partners and others over email, phone, and online chat, with the ability to respond reliably to time-sensitive requests for assistance and opportunities during agreed upon working hours; Contributes to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences including race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability and socio-economic circumstance. Required education and experience Expertise and education in EU and international lawmaking and familiarity with related court cases. A law degree is beneficial. Proficiency in the English language is required. Additional language skills are helpful. Excellent oral and written communication skills A proven track record of experience in European tech legislation, including experience with public interest policymaking in Brussels. Tech savviness and familiarity with issues at the intersection of technology, law and human rights Classification: This is a full-time position employed by Globalization Partners, EFF’s employer of record for positions outside the US. Salary: $110,000 to $116,700 USD per year depending on experience and location Expected hours of work: Typically Monday - Friday Reports to: International Policy Director Supervisory Responsibilities: None Location: This position will be fully remote and based in Europe. Travel: There will also be opportunities to attend relevant professional conferences remotely or in person. Additionally, EFF hosts two one-week all-staff gatherings in the Bay Area each year in the spring and fall, and all staff are expected to attend. Commitment to Diversity As an advocacy organization, EFF is committed to being part of a diverse community. Diversity of life experiences makes a big difference in how we identify and litigate legal issues, design privacy-enhancing software, and organize our activism. To that end, we deliberately seek applicants with different perspectives, identities, and experiences to build an inclusive workplace to better inform our advocacy and defense of freedom in our digital world. EFF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of all races, genders, ages, abilities, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. ​​​​​​ Qualifications