BSAC is hiring a new Executive Secretary

Advertisement for Executive Secretary of the Baltic Sea Advisory Council

Friday, 6 February 2026

The Baltic Sea Advisory Council (BSAC) is seeking a new Executive Secretary. This is a full-time position.

The BSAC is one of 11 Advisory Councils established by the European Union to increase stakeholder involvement in the development of a successful Common Fisheries Policy (CFP). The main aim of the BSAC is to prepare and provide advice on the management of Baltic Sea fisheries.
The Executive Secretary is the senior operational officer of the BSAC Secretariat and plays a central role in coordinating stakeholder input, financial management, and the delivery of high-quality advice under the Common Fisheries Policy.
The position is based in Copenhagen, at the BSAC headquarters. The Executive Secretary is expected to be based in Denmark.

Starting date

March 2026

Responsibilities and tasks include:

Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the BSAC Secretariat
Manage expenditure and financial accounting of the BSAC and ensure compliance with EU funding rules, grant agreements and applicable financial reporting requirements
Ensure that all obligations, agreements, contracts and other legal commitments of the BSAC are fulfilled and maintained
Draft, monitor and, where necessary, adjust the annual budget and work programme
Coordinate all activities with the BSAC Management Team
Prepare and support BSAC meetings (internal and external)
Work closely with the BSAC Rapporteur on drafting reports and recommendations, gathering information, and producing newsletters
Draft, coordinate and finalise BSAC recommendations, advice and position papers for submission to EU institutions and Member States
Ensure that meeting reports are finalised and distributed after each meeting
Maintain and update the BSAC website
Manage reimbursement of members’ travel and accommodation costs
Coordinate with the European Commission, Member States and other relevant organisations and bodies
Maintain close contact with BSAC members, including membership details and lists
Keep abreast of relevant developments, meetings and information in the BSAC’s work area and ensure effective information flow and dissemination

Qualifications and work experience:

EU citizen or holder of EU residency
University degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
At least three years of relevant professional experience working with the EU Common Fisheries Policy, including advisory processes, stakeholder consultation or regulatory implementation
Fluency in written and spoken English is essential; knowledge of other Baltic Sea languages is an asset (Danish is particularly useful)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience in financial management
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and manage confidential information
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office

Salary

The salary will be based on qualifications and aligned with comparable civil service positions in Denmark. The final salary will reflect qualifications, experience and responsibilities of the position.
The position is a local recruitment and subject to Danish taxation.

Additional information

The position involves a high level of cooperation, both internally and externally. Applicants should expect approximately 25–30 days of travel per year.
The BSAC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Personal data will be processed in accordance with applicable data protection legislation and used solely for recruitment purposes.

Contact

For further information about the position, please contact:

Mr. Jarek Zielinski, Chairman of the BSAC Executive Committee
Email: chair@bsac.dk | Mobile: +48 791 812 333
or
Ms. Ewa Milewska
Email: em@bsac.dk

Application deadline

Please send your application letter and CV in English by email to em@bsac.dk no later than Friday, 20 February 2026. Interviews are scheduled for early March 2026.