Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of May 28, 2026, from the Under-Secretariat of the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | June 8, 2026 |
| Entry into force | June 8, 2026 |
| Positions called | 3 positions through open designation |
| Remuneration level | 29-30 |
| Location | Madrid (all positions) |
| Application deadline | 15 working days from June 8, 2026 |
| Application method | Funciona Portal (SIGP) with electronic certificate |
| Category | Public Sector |
| BOE Reference | BOE-A-2026-12339 |
The Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function is opening three senior vacancies in its digitalization and artificial intelligence structures. The positions, called through open designation by the Resolution of May 28, 2026, are level 29-30 and are located in Madrid. The call is relevant not only for the positions themselves, but because the AI Coordinator position places whoever holds it at the center of the application of the European AI Regulation (EU) 2024/1689, including the supervision of notified bodies.
What does this call establish?
The resolution calls for the provision of three job positions through the open designation system. Below is the complete detail of each position:
| Position | Destination unit | Level | Additional requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advisory Spokesperson | Cabinet of the State Secretariat for Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence | 29-30 | Career civil servant subgroup A1, fluent English, availability to travel |
| Advisory Spokesperson | General Directorate of Data | 29-30 | Career civil servant subgroup A1, fluent English, availability to travel, minimum 5 years seniority |
| Coordinator | Sub-directorate for AI Promotion and Regulation | 29-30 | Career civil servant subgroup A1, fluent English, availability to travel, minimum 5 years seniority |
The Coordinator position in the Sub-directorate for AI Promotion and Regulation is the one with the greatest regulatory projection: its responsibilities include the direct application of Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 on artificial intelligence and the supervision of notified bodies in this field. It is a strategic position at a time when Spain must articulate its AI supervision architecture at the national level.
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the Funciona portal (SIGP) with an electronic certificate, within the period of 15 working days counted from publication in the BOE (June 8, 2026).
Economic and operational impact
From the perspective of the public sector and organizations that interact with it, this call has concrete operational implications:
- For the Administration: It covers three key positions in the State's digital architecture, especially in the supervision of the European AI Regulation. The provision of these positions determines the operational capacity of the General Directorate of Data and the Sub-directorate for AI Promotion and Regulation.
- For technology and AI sector companies: The AI Coordinator will supervise notified bodies and apply Regulation (EU) 2024/1689. Who holds that position and when they do so directly affects the supervision timelines and criteria that companies developing or deploying high-risk AI systems in Spain will face.
- For A1 civil servants with digital profile: An opportunity opens to access level 29-30 positions in an area of high strategic relevance and European projection.
Who does it affect?
- Career civil servants of subgroup A1 of the General State Administration who meet the specific requirements of each position.
- Technology companies and AI providers operating in Spain under Regulation (EU) 2024/1689, since the AI Coordinator will supervise their compliance.
- Notified bodies in the field of artificial intelligence, which will be under the supervision of the holder of the Coordinator position.
- Public sector digital entities that collaborate with the State Secretariat for Digitalization and AI or with the General Directorate of Data.
Practical example
A career civil servant of subgroup A1 currently assigned to the State Tax Administration Agency, with more than 5 years of seniority and accredited English level, decides to apply for the position of Advisory Spokesperson at the General Directorate of Data.
Their process would be as follows:
- Access the Funciona (SIGP) portal with their electronic certificate before the 15 working day deadline expires from June 8, 2026.
- Complete the application indicating the specific position they are applying for (Advisory Spokesperson, General Directorate of Data, level 29-30).
- Accredit the requirements: subgroup A1, fluent English and at least 5 years of seniority as a career civil servant.
- Send the application electronically. Since it is open designation, the resolution of the call does not follow an objective scale, but rather the Administration discretionally assesses the suitability of the candidate.
If selected, they would move to occupy a level 29-30 position in Madrid, with direct responsibilities in the Ministry's data strategy.
What should interested parties do now?
- Verify the requirements of each position: be a career civil servant of subgroup A1, accredit fluent English and availability to travel. For positions 2 (Advisory Spokesperson General Directorate of Data) and 3 (AI Coordinator), minimum 5 years of seniority is also required.
- Calculate the deadline: the application period is 15 working days from June 8, 2026. Identify the exact deadline date in your work calendar, excluding national and local holidays in Madrid.
- Prepare a valid electronic certificate to access the Funciona (SIGP) portal. Without it, it is not possible to submit the application.
- Complete and send the application through SIGP, selecting the specific position you are applying for and indicating the documentation proving the requirements.
- If you are a company or entity supervised by the future AI Coordination: identify whether your AI systems fall within the scope of Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 and monitor the resolution of this position, as it will determine the criteria and pace of supervision applicable in Spain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline to apply for the open designation positions at the Ministry of Digital Transformation?
The deadline is 15 working days counted from the publication of the resolution in the BOE, which took place on June 8, 2026. Applications must be submitted exclusively through the Funciona portal (SIGP) with an electronic certificate.
What requirements must be met to apply for these positions?
All three positions require being a career civil servant of subgroup A1, accrediting fluent English and having availability to travel. Additionally, the positions of Advisory Spokesperson at the General Directorate of Data and Coordinator at the Sub-directorate for AI Promotion and Regulation require a minimum of 5 years of seniority as a career civil servant.
What exactly does the AI Coordinator called in this resolution do?
The Coordinator of the Sub-directorate for AI Promotion and Regulation has direct responsibilities in the application of the European AI Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 and in the supervision of notified bodies in the field of artificial intelligence. It is the position of greatest regulatory relevance of the three called.
How is the application submitted for these open designation positions?
Applications must be submitted through the Funciona (SIGP) portal, the personnel management system of the General State Administration, using an electronic certificate. Applications are not accepted through other channels.
Does this call affect private AI sector companies?
Indirectly, yes. The selected AI Coordinator will be responsible for applying Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 and for supervising notified bodies in Spain. Companies that develop or deploy high-risk AI systems should monitor the resolution of this position, as it will determine the criteria and timelines for supervision in the Spanish market.
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Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-12339