One Family Foundation is inviting a GCSI Europe Engagement Fellow to support its social innovation work across Europe. This is a remote fellowship for someone based anywhere in Europe, supporting the Regional Coordinator in engaging with governments, regional institutions and ecosystem partners, with exposure to policy engagement, partnership-building and programme support.
About One Family Foundation
A small, family foundation based in the Netherlands that has made its mark globally as an incubator of social innovation projects and start-ups. It believes lasting change requires transforming how we think and act, building collaboration across communities, social innovators and governments to address poverty, restore the planet and ensure true inclusion. From 2020 to 2025 it incubated Catalyst Now, a network of social entrepreneurs that has since become independent.
About GCSI
The Government Council for Social Innovation (GCSI) is a worldwide coalition of governments united to advance social innovation on a global scale. One Family Foundation convenes GCSI and supports it through its secretariat.
Role Overview
A full-time fellowship for someone based in, and familiar with, Europe. The fellow assists with research, coordination, communication and documentation while contributing to policy engagement and partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Government & Policy Engagement
🏛️ Cultivate and maintain high-level relationships with government stakeholders, policymakers and regulatory bodies across the region
📝 Lead the development of policy recommendations and advocacy strategies aligned with the mission
🎤 Represent the organisation in key policy and multilateral forums, coalitions and government consultations
Regional Strategy & Coordination
🗺️ Develop and implement a regional engagement strategy, identifying priority countries and policy themes
📊 Monitor regional policy trends affecting social entrepreneurship and innovation
🤝 Facilitate cross-country learning and alignment among governments, institutions and partners
Programme Design & Support
💡 Advise colleagues on policy-related components of regional initiatives
🌍 Coordinate with global teams so region-focused insights inform broader strategy
Partnership & Ecosystem Building
🔗 Build partnerships with think tanks, NGOs, donors and social innovators to expand impact and scale
💶 Identify funding and collaboration opportunities to support public-private innovation
Qualifications
🎓 Bachelor's or Master's degree in public policy, international relations, development studies, political science or a relevant field
💼 2 to 3 years of experience in public policy, government affairs or international development
🌱 Strong interest in social innovation, public policy or international development
🗺️ Familiarity with the regional policy context and socio-economic landscape preferred
✍️ Strong research, writing and organisational skills
🤝 Able to work independently and collaboratively in a virtual, multicultural environment
🇬🇧 Fluent written and spoken English; an additional UN or regional language is an asset
What They Offer
🌍 Work with a mission-driven, global team committed to systemic change
🏛️ Exposure to high-level discussions on policy, international cooperation and social innovation
🛠️ Hands-on experience supporting cross-sectoral policy and government engagement
🎓 Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
🤝 Networking with global thought leaders, policymakers and social innovators
🕒 A flexible fellowship designed to accommodate academic or personal commitments
The Details
📍 Location: Remote (based anywhere in Europe); organisation based in the Netherlands
🗓️ Period: 29 June 2026 to 28 December 2026
⏳ Duration: 6 months
🕒 Commitment: Full-time
💶 Compensation: €500 monthly stipend (plus reimbursement of costs)
🚀 Start: as soon as possible
How to Apply
📝 Submit your CV and cover letter via the Google Form (linked below). Applications via the platform will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates are contacted. Questions to recruitment@onefamilyfoundation.one
Deadline
📅 29 June 2026
Links
📝 Apply (Google Form): https://forms.gle/tDDQTuWYosE2MMb5A
📧 Questions: recruitment@onefamilyfoundation.one
