EFTA Surveillance Authority

Role Description ESA is recruiting two officers in the Food and Veterinary Unit (FVU), in the Internal Market Affairs (IMA) Directorate, to work as auditors and case handlers in the field of food and feed safety, animal health and welfare. The successful candidates will be assigned responsibilities related to the application of the relevant EEA legislation in Iceland and Norway. The incumbents may also be asked to assist with additional tasks within the unit as needed. The vacant positions are situated in IMA, which is responsible for monitoring the implementation and application of EEA rules relating to the internal market. This includes the free movement of goods, workers, services and capital, as well as horizontal policies such as public procurement, energy, environment, transport and food and veterinary law. In addition, IMA has some management tasks and direct enforcement within the internal market. ESA is seeking dynamic, well-qualified, and highly motivated professionals with in-depth knowledge of food and/or veterinary matters within the scope of EEA law and sectoral expertise in the required fields. The ideal candidates will demonstrate strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently. The successful applicants should possess the aptitude to guide and support team members in audits. The successful candidates will: Plan, conduct and lead audits in the fields of food and feed safety, animal health and welfare, and prepare high‑quality audit reports with clear recommendations. Handle cases as a regular part of the work, assessing compliance issues, preparing documentation and following up on actions with national authorities. Apply and interpret relevant EEA legislation, providing well‑reasoned proposals for action and supporting consistent implementation across the EEA EFTA States. Cooperate with team members during audits, contributing to a collaborative, professional and learning‑oriented environment. Engage effectively with Icelandic and Norwegian authorities and other stakeholders, promoting constructive cooperation and timely follow‑up. Contribute to the wider work of the IMA Directorate, coordinating with colleagues and supporting delivery of shared objectives in an international setting. Additional qualified candidates may also be considered for vacancies foreseen in the Directorate over the next 12-18 months.

About the Programme As a Junior Professional at ESA, you will: Play an active role in ESA’s day-to-day work Gain practical experience through close collaboration with expert colleagues Live and work in a multicultural international environment in Brussels Participate in meetings with EEA EFTA States, EU institutions and national authorities Take part in trainings, study visits and professional development activities Benefit from structured mentoring and guidance Build a strong professional network across ESA and other international organisations Former Junior Professionals regularly go on to work at ESA, in national administrations, international organisations and the private sector.