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Internal & External Competitions – Contesting the Results : Conference

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*Update 06.10.2025 the court case querying the legality of nationality-specific competitions is ongoing.*

*Update 26.08.2025 the updated time estimates are available under ‘planning’: please note some will take place SOONER than originally stated: don’t miss your chance!*

Original article: We have received an overwhelming number of complaints from colleagues about serious irregularities in recent internal and external competitions: technical failures of the testing platform, problems with the Single Candidate Portal, and questionable content in the knowledge tests based on non-official sources such as the Draghi Report.
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Upcoming Conference: Challenges in European Schools – 25 March 2025

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*Upddate 26.03.2025 please check our summary of this event.*

Original article: Are you concerned about the European Schools system and the challenges it presents for families? Join Generation 2004 – EEAS Section on 25 March (12:30–13:30, hybrid format) for an open discussion on key issues, including long commuting times, teacher shortages, high costs, limited language choice, and inadequate psychological support.
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Free Webinar: Internal competitions –AD5 – AD6 – AST2 – AST-SC2: Last push and state of play

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*Update 14.03.2025: here are the recording and the slides of today’s conference.  *Update 10.03.2025: here are the recording and the slides of the conference *Update 07.03.2025:  14 March session,  will be about future competitions, not the current ones.  Generation 2004, in collaboration with Yasemos Europeos, is happy to offer you, additonnally to our previous offer for which you can find the recording and the slides here, free Webinars for Internal competitions – 1) Last push before the internal competition exams, 2) lessons learned from previous competitions & do’s and dont’s. Continue reading Free Webinar: Internal competitions –AD5 – AD6 – AST2 – AST-SC2: Last push and state of play →

Additional Training Offer : EPSO competitions AD5 Translators

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Now that the 2 work groups for AD5 Translators competitions already scheduled are fully booked, we are still receiving great training demand for the EPSO/AD/414-421/24 AD5 Translators competition in 8 languages. With only 1 week ahead until the first exam, we decided with our training consultant Yasemos to provide self-study exam packages for practising the different tests for those who couldnot join the work groups. Continue reading Additional Training Offer : EPSO competitions AD5 Translators →

Free Training – EPSO AD7 Scientific Research (10 fields)

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*Update 12/11/2024.  Here are the recording and the slides of the session. Generation 2004, in collaboration with Yasemos Europeos, is offering for free and for all staff, an online webinar to assist you in preparing for the EPSO competition – AD7 Scientific Research competitions (10 fields).  You will get tips for the application process and an analysis of the tests. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions after the presentation. The session will be in English.
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Training offer : EPSO competitions AD5 Translators (8 languages)

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***Update 20.03.2025: Exam took place, offer CLOSED **Update 04.02.2025 AD5 TRANSLATORS: Language knowledge + Language comprehension + Translation + Review TESTS (work group in EN) – FULL GROUP – Registration closed  *Update 30/01/2025: as EPSO exam dates for these competitions are earlier that expected, the following has been updated: YSE – AD5 TRANSLATORS (work group in EN): Dates UPDATED: Jan 31, Feb 5, Feb 12, Feb 17, Feb 22 (9:30 CET), Mar 7 – 18:30 CET.   Pre-exam session -I (1h): February 22 – 9:30 (CET, Madrid, Bruselas) (Saturday morning). CLOSED / FULL group: YSE – AD5 TRADUCTORES (grupo de trabajo en ES): Dates UPDATED: Jan 27, Feb 5, Feb 12, Feb 17, Feb 22 (10:30 CET), Mar 7 – 19:30 CET.    Continue reading Training offer : EPSO competitions AD5 Translators (8 languages) →

EEAS: Redefining the Head of Administration role in EU Delegations: A call for clear responsibilities and support

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*Update 17.01.2025 the rumoured  delegation closures are now also in the press.*

Original article: Generation 2004 EEAS section advocates for fair and realistic work conditions for colleagues in over 144 Delegations around the world. Those conditions must take account of the evolving responsibilities of all staff and roles. Among these, the Head of Administration (HoA) post in EU Delegations stands out as a unique role. Continue reading EEAS: Redefining the Head of Administration role in EU Delegations: A call for clear responsibilities and support →

Lunchtime conference with inspiring guest speaker: unlock the power of humour at work

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*Update 13.12.2024. Here is the recording of this event and the slides.* Original article: Lunchtime event with inspiring guest speaker JACK GILBEY. Are you looking to unlock the power of humour in the workplace and boost your career ?  The story of Jack Gilbey, a visionary leadership expert and stand-up comedian, serves as a powerful inspiration.

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Free training offer: Internal competitions AD5/AD6/AST2/ASTSC2 – Tips and tricks

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*Update 10.12.2024, here is the recording & Presentation of the session.  Generation 2004, in collaboration with Yasemos Europeos, is happy to offer you a free online training for Internal competitions to share with you, tips for the application process as well as an analysis of the tests (MCQ test on EU policies and institutions, Written test and Oral test).   There will be a Q&A session after the presentation. Continue reading Free training offer: Internal competitions AD5/AD6/AST2/ASTSC2 – Tips and tricks →

Why you don’t have to wait for retirement to pursue your dreams

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** Update 03.03.2025, As promised, Gudrun is sharing her Dream Activation Kit, a powerful resource designed to help you gain clarity, unlock your potential, and take the first steps toward your dream life. This free kit includes a 12 step guided roadmap, a self-assessment quiz, a unique guided somatic embodiement exercice and an exclusive free Dream Activation Call with Gudrun to support your transformation. 👉 Get access here (from a private computer or your mobile phone):

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