EU Career Insights with Director of EPSO Minna Vuorio

With nearly 30 years of EU experience, Mina shares her journey from translator to Director of the European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO). As she nears the end of her five-year mandate, she has valuable insights into the EU selection process, EPSO’s role and the essential skills for today’s civil servants — along with plenty of practical tips.

Key takeaways:

👉🏽 Navigating EU Recruitment – Minna shares insights on EPSO’s evolving selection process, including the shift to remote testing and reduced processing times.

👉🏽 Essential Skills for Success – Adaptability, resilience and critical thinking are crucial for aspiring EU civil servants.

👉🏽 The Road to Success – On average, candidates attempt five competitions before securing a position — thorough preparation is key.

👉🏽 Meaningful Work in the EU – A career in EU institutions offers opportunities to shape policies and make a real impact.

Chapters:

• 00:43 - Introduction and Background of EPSO Director Minna Vuorio

• 02:16 - Key Competencies and Values for EU Civil Servants

• 08:15 - Overview of EPSO and Competition Process Changes

• 13:27 - Preparation and Competency Framework for Applicants

• 24:42 - Career Opportunities and Development in EU Institution

  
  

Guest links:

🔗 More about Minna Vuorio Meet our managers | EU Careers

🔗 All about EPSO tests EPSO tests | EU Careers

🔗 Check out EPSO’s competency’s framework EPSO’s Competency Framework | EU Careers

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This podcast was edited by Puck Wagemaker.