EU-funded onsite programme for public officials: applications open for the 8th and 9th editions
20.03.2026
Public officials engaged in Ukraine’s European integration process are invited to apply for the 8th and 9th editions of the Tailored Onsite Knowledge and Analytical Skills Programme implemented within the EU-funded project Natolin4Capacity Building Phase II – Strengthening Ukrainian Public Administration for EU Integration.
The programme is designed to support Ukrainian public officials working on EU integration by strengthening their analytical capacities and deepening their understanding of EU policies and the EU acquis in areas relevant to the accession process.
Programme schedule and thematic focus
8th edition
Implementation period: 08 June – 17 July 2026
Thematic focus: Cluster 3 – Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth
9th edition
Implementation period: 27 July – 04 September 2026
Thematic focus:
Cluster 5 – Resources, Agriculture and Cohesion
Cluster 4 – Green Agenda and Sustainable Connectivity
Application timeline
Opening of applications: 13 March 2026, 11:00 (Kyiv time) / 10:00 (CET)
Deadline for applications: 07 April 2026, 23:00 (Kyiv time) / 22:00 (CET)
Applications can be submitted through the online application form.
Online information session
An online information session for prospective applicants will take place on 23 March 2026 at 11:00 (Kyiv time). Participation requires prior registration at the following link.
Applicants are required to meet the following eligibility criteria:
- active engagement in the European integration process (preference is given to members of negotiation working groups);
- strong motivation to enhance their knowledge and analytical skills;
- English-language proficiency at B2 level;
- availability to commit the necessary time to all programme activities;
- employment within a public administration institution.
Further details on the rules of participation, session descriptions and feedback from previous participants are available on the programme’s website.
The Tailored Onsite Knowledge and Analytical Skills Programme on European integration is part of the EU-funded project Natolin4Capacity Building Phase II – Strengthening Ukrainian Public Administration for EU Integration.
The project is implemented by the College of Europe in Natolin together with the Higher School of Public Governance, in cooperation with the Government Office for Coordination of European and Euro-Atlantic Integration and the National Agency of Ukraine on Civil Service, at the initiative of the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration of Ukraine.
The initiative is fully funded by the European Union.
