The European Union is calling for expressions of interest in joining an expert pool for the European Union action, European Heritage Label.
This call aims to establish a high-quality pool of independent experts to support the European Commission in the implementation of the European Heritage Label (EHL) action. From this pool, four experts will be appointed as members of the European Heritage Label Panel for the 2027–2029 mandate.
Experts appointed to the panel from the pool will contribute to the selection and monitoring of European Heritage Label sites at the European Union level. Their role is essential to ensuring that the Label continues to recognise sites of outstanding symbolic value that reflect Europe’s history, shared values, and democratic foundations.
Panel members will work collectively to:
- assess candidate sites proposed by participating Member States against the EHL objectives and criteria
- take part in selection and monitoring meetings organised by the European Commission
- contribute to public reports and formal recommendations on the award, follow-up, or possible withdrawal of the Label
- Contribution to quality and consistency
Beyond individual assessments, panel members play a key role in ensuring the quality, coherence, and credibility of the European Heritage Label across Europe. Experts contribute to the refinement of selection and monitoring procedures, support the development of common indicators, and help ensure that processes remain transparent, fair, and consistently applied.
The tasks are divided as follows:
- Up to 7 calendar days for meetings.
- 20 days for remote evaluation, assessment, and reporting.
- Up to 3 days for other EHL-related activities.
Natural persons who are independent experts can apply. The maximum amount payable is 21,000 EUR. Travel and accommodation expenses directly related to the work will be reimbursed and a daily allowance will be provided.
