Director of the Historical Archives of the European Union

Reporting to the Secretary General of the European University Institute, the Director leads the Historical Archives of the European Union (HAEU), manages a team of 17 highly skilled professionals, and liaises with depositing European institutions. The selected candidate also acts as Co-Director of the Alcide De Gasperi Research Centre (ADGC). 

The main responsibilities of the role include: 

• Expertise & Strategic Insight: The Director acts as subject matter specialist, staying abreast of best practice in archival science, digital innovation in the field, including Artificial Intelligence, and research trends in European integration history. They define the vision, mission, strategy and objectives of the Historical Archives of the European Union and contribute to the EUI’s overall strategy by advising senior management. 
• External Leadership & Institutional Representation: The Director represents the HAEU externally, strengthens the visibility, public recognition and impact of the HAEU’s operations, and acts as a leading advocate for historical research on European integration and the European project. They communicate and engage with the public by organising events, open days, and educational and cultural activities. They also organise workshops on archival science and practice in the European Union, and host academic workshops and conferences on the history of European Union and European integration. Furthermore, they negotiate and liaise with high-level stakeholders in EU institutions, bodies and agencies, and other European organisations and individuals that deposit their archives at the HAEU. As Co-Director of the ADG, the Director partners with universities and research institutes, and contributes to the preparation of applications and the management of research grants
• Governance, Autonomy & Accountability: Under the supervision of the Secretary General of the EUI, the Director provides reports on HAEU activities to EU institutions, depositors and the general public. They operate with a high level of autonomy and are fully accountable for the work performance and financial compliance of the Historical Archives of the European Union.
• People Leadership & Organisational Development: The Director supervises, manages and develops the staff of the HAEU. They oversee staff leadership, assessment and professional development, and ensure effective management of people, budgets and programme activities. For the ADG, they contribute to the Centre’s work programme, staff and budget management, in cooperation with the Co-Director. 
• Financial Stewardship & Resource Management: The Director acts as authorising officer by sub-delegation and is responsible for the implementation of the HAEU budget. They establish and execute the annual budget and work programme, and sign annual reports. 
• Operational Oversight & Regulatory Compliance: The Director supervises the work programmes, projects and operations of the Historical Archives of the European Union. They define, in close cooperation with the Secretariat General of the European Commission, the HAEU’s strategic objectives within the multi-annual Framework Partnership Agreement, ensuring that all activities of the HAEU fully conform with applicable regulations and uphold the highest standards of archival practice, institutional transparency and public accountability.