Overview of actors

European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations

Whenever there is a disaster or humanitarian emergency, the EU provides assistance for the affected countries and populations.

In line with the four principles grounded in International Humanitarian Law, EU humanitarian aid:

> addresses human suffering, with particular attention to the most vulnerable groups of people, while respecting the dignity of all victims (humanity);
> does not favour any side in a conflict (neutrality);
> is provided solely on the basis of needs, without any kind of discrimination (impartiality);
> is independent of any agenda, be it political, economic, military or else (independence).

Focusing on the following sustainable development goals (SDGs)

How we work

EU humanitarian action also embodies the principle of solidarity, as laid down in the Lisbon Treaty, which states that the EU will provide assistance, relief and protection for victims of natural and man-made disasters and encourage cooperation between Member States to this aim (Lisbon Treaty, articles 196 and 214).

... and why

Civil protection and humanitarian aid are complementary. In the case of humanitarian aid, the European Commission Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations department shares competence with EU Member States and together they are one of the leading global humanitarian donors. When it comes to civil protection, the EU assumes a supporting role, coordinating voluntary contributions of in-kind assistance from countries participating in the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

Career opportunities

Seeking candidates mainly in

Health and Nutrition

Security and Safety

The EU Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations department has been providing assistance to people in need since 1992. Its annual humanitarian budget is just over €1 billion, and helps millions of people across the globe each year.

Several entry points exist for joining the European Commission's department for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations, depending on your profile, type of employment, and location.

Opportunities offered

Internships for students yes

Traineeships/Talent programs for graduates no

Positions/programs for young professionals yes

Staff positions for professionals no

Senior or management positions yes

Consultancy opportunities no

Note:

Several entry points exist for joining the European Commission's department for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations, depending on your profile, type of employment, and location.

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Type of organisation

Government

Field(s) of activity

Humanitarian Aid

Headquarters

Brussels, Belgium

Region(s) of operation

Eastern Europe and Central Asia

Number of employees

In Switzerland:

Between 20 and 50

Outside Switzerland:

Between 20 and 50

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