An already-outdated policy in a new era of work? The need for teleworking change, especially within the External Action Service (EEAS) and Brussels (‘HQ’) rules. In a world where remote work has proven not only feasible but often preferable, the teleworking and teleworking from anywhere (TWA) policies remain a little too rigid and, to many, stuck in the past.
Why is Generation 2004 calling for a political concertation?
*Update 24.02.2025, Brussels staff, check the electoral roll: if your name is on there then you can vote!*
Original article: On 18 February 2025, Generation 2004 and other Trade Unions, called for a political concertation[1] with Commissioner SERAFIN (Budget, Anti-Fraud and Public Administration) on the draft decision amending Decision C(2013) 9049 on policies for the engagement and use of temporary staff[2].
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ASTs and AST/SCs: promised change: conference
*Update 19.02.2025: ‘By default, all [internal] competitions will be cross-category.’ (Stay tuned: A new approach for internal competitions) This is excellent news and should now put the Commission on an even footing with the Parliament and other EU institutions. We hope that this inclusion is genuine and that the competitions are not otherwise skewed to reduce participation.* Continue reading ASTs and AST/SCs: promised change: conference
Temporary staff decision: conference
***Update: You can find the recording and the presentation file here.****
Generation 2004 invites you to our one hour on-line lunchtime conference dedicated to the ongoing review of the temporary staff decision and on potential side benefits to contractual agents.
The slides and presentation will be made available here on this page after the event.
EPSO’s Path to Recovery: A New Era for EU Competitions?
The European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO) is undergoing its most radical transformation yet, introducing a new model aimed at better respond[ing] to the evolving needs of the EU institutions and the realities of today’s labour market. Following sustained criticism (including from the Ombudsman and the European Data Protection Supervisor) – ranging from outdated IT infrastructure, lack of transparency to excessive delays in competitions – EPSO is implementing a revamped selection process known as EPSOlution. May 2025 will be the end of the five-year roadmap set out in the EPSO magement plan. Continue reading EPSO’s Path to Recovery: A New Era for EU Competitions?
Free Training – EPSO AD7 Scientific Research (10 fields)
*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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The Lifeboats Are Full: EPSO Hands Recruitment to the Old Guard
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European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO) is undergoing its most radical transformation yet. The once-centralised recruitment body is officially splitting selection from recruitment, handing over the recruitment process to institutional HR services. This marks the full deployment of the new EPSO model, which removes EPSO’s role in recruitment and transfers hiring decisions to a new expert pool under the Commission’s control. Is this really the best way to address the recommendations of the European Court of Auditors, 2020, Special Report 23/2020: The European Personnel Selection Office: Time to adapt the selection process to changing recruitment needs? Continue reading The Lifeboats Are Full: EPSO Hands Recruitment to the Old Guard
Conference – Finding peace in family conflict: The power of mediation
Are you:
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- Facing a divorce or separation and would like to go through it in a peaceful way?
- Willing to clarify your relationship by a clear and efficient communication with your spouse or partner?
- Lost on how to cope with any kind of other familiar conflict?
- Or just want to know more about this subject?
Our guest Mário Tenreiro, one of our colleagues, is a certified Mediator with a specialty in Family Mediation. He will be happy to share his knowledge and answer your questions. Continue reading Conference – Finding peace in family conflict: The power of mediation
The €900 Million Question: The Commission’s Building Sell-Off and Its Consequences
The European Commission has finalized the sale of 23 office buildings in Brussels for €900 million (Source), marking a significant shift in its real-estate strategy. This move is part of a broader plan to reduce office space by 25% by 2030, to streamline operations, and to align with evolving work habits. Continue reading The €900 Million Question: The Commission’s Building Sell-Off and Its Consequences
Navigating the rental market: A call for tenant protections and institutional support
Brussels, the heart of the European Union, welcomes thousands of newcomers every year: colleagues arriving to take up positions in the institutions. For many, across all Commission sites[1], securing a place to live is one of the first and most critical challenges they face[2]. However, navigating the complex rental system, understanding legal rights and obligations, and dealing with landlords who may not always act in good faith often turn what should be a straightforward process into a stressful and costly ordeal. Continue reading Navigating the rental market: A call for tenant protections and institutional support
