Press Release: Croatian recruitment target announced as accession preparations enter final lap

The Commission has set its sights on recruiting 249 Croatian nationals as a result of Croatia's accession to the EU on 1 July 2013. The decision is part of a package of documents adopted, to ensure that administrative aspects of the accession process go smoothly.

The indicative target is self-imposed by the Commission. It will help to ensure that sufficient Croatians are employed in all areas of the Commission and at all levels, including management, so that nationals of the EU's 28th Member State are properly reflected within the institution as rapidly as possible. The target covers officials and temporary agents, and covers a five-year transition period ending on 30 June 2018.