EA is expanding its team and is recruiting a Technical Manager. The aim is to provide expert technical support to the EA Secretariat, EA members, and European policymakers on accreditation and conformity assessment issues, including those related to EU legislation.

The Technical Manager will provide expert technical support to the EA Secretariat, European Commission, and EA members on accreditation and conformity assessment in relation to EU legislation.

The responsibilities will include:

  • Acting as a technical resource for the EA Secretariat, Committees, and members, mainly in relation to EU legislation.
  • Being the EA Secretariat point of contact for its members, the European Commission/policymakers and stakeholders on technical issues.
  • Supporting the Executive Secretary and other EA officers in the discussions with the European Commission services (DGs and Agencies) on the role of accreditation in legislation.
  • Analysing new and existing EU legislation, identifying relevant issues, and proposing interpretations or areas for discussion.
  • Providing timely responses to questions and requests from European Commission officials and stakeholders, often on short notice.
  • Participating in the relevant Technical Committee (TC) meetings to maintain expertise and contribute to discussions.
  • Coordinating with the EA Communications Manager for the promotion and public information on EA technical activities.
  • Ensuring EA’s positions are technically sound, impartial, and aligned with accreditation rules and international standards.

 

Find all the details here: https://european-accreditation.org/information-center/job-opportunities/