EGP is opening a vacancy for a position of Project Assistant for EGP/FYEG Joint activities starting from mid-July 2023 at its Brussels office.
What is EGP or the European Green Party?
The European Green Party brings together political parties that share our Green values and are active across the entire European continent. Among other things, our positions focus on strengthening human rights, tackling the climate crisis, creating good jobs, empowering young people and building a strong, democratic Europe. You can find more about the EGP at https://europeangreens.eu/organisation.
What is FYEG or the Federation of Young European Greens?
FYEG is an international NGO registered and operating under Belgian law. It is a dynamic youth organisation that unites Green youth movements, young Green activists and Green political organisations from all over Europe. FYEG organises youth projects, summer camps, international trainings, conferences, campaigns, direct actions and serves as a youth lobbying organisation and a platform for the exchange of ideas and knowledge among European Green. You can find more about FYEG at https://fyeg.org/who-we-are.
Role description
The Projects Assistant is responsible for implementing EGP and FYEG's joint activities.
This is a junior position requiring good organisation and time management skills, responsibility, ability to coordinate with different requests and strategies from various stakeholders, ability to take some initiative and sometimes work under time pressure. It is also an exciting opportunity to liaise between EGP and FYEG to support the green wave in Europe with the upcoming EU elections.
The project assistant will work in the Programme Unit under supervision of the Head of Programme Unit. The Projects Assistant reports to the Secretary General of the EGP and of the FYEG.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- drafting project proposals;
- budgeting and financial management of the projects;
- coordinating the preparation and implementation of the project (including logistics, program, communication, outputs, dissemination, etc.);
- coordinating between EGP and FYEG, plus other stakeholders and volunteers;
- evaluating and reporting on the project and their outputs.
Requirements
- Basic experience in project management;
- Basic experience in event organising and planning, especially youth events;
- Basic experience in project application and reporting, including financial reporting;
- Good organisational and time management skills;
- Ability to take initiative and problem solving attitude;
- Good computer skills and digital literacy;
- Proficiency in the English language;
- Good people skills and the ability to work in multi-cultural teams and environments;
- Good teamwork and personal communication skills;
- Flexibility to travel and occasionally work during evenings or weekends.
Additional assets:
- Previous involvement in a local or international youth organisation, or experience with one of EGP’s or FYEG’s member organisations;
- Knowledge and experience with non-formal education methodology;
- Understanding and adhering to Green values such as ecology, feminism, anti-racism and social justice;
- Knowledge of other languages;
- Experience working in the non-governmental sector;
- Previous participation in FYEG or EGP events.
Diversity
At the European Greens, we value diversity and welcome applicants from any underrepresented ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, colour, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity, or age. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect and to promoting active political participation of persons with disabilities and of disadvantaged groups. All applicants are encouraged to submit their application and to self-identify if they wish to, on either their cover letter or CV. In case of equal appreciation on competence and suitability for the position, preference will be given to applicants from disadvantaged groups. In any case responses will remain confidential within the selection committee treating the dossier.
What do we offer?
- 1 year full-time employee contract (38 hours/week), with a possibility of prolongation;
- Junior position with entry level salary, with additional benefits such as meal-cheques, teleworking allowance and transport contribution benefits package
- Flexible working hours, with core working hours and possibility for telework
- An opportunity to learn and grow through professional training and development
- An international working environment with passionate and progressive colleagues from all corners of Europe
- The opportunity to be part of the European Greens in the period of pan-European election campaign that only happens every five years and be part of a movement that is advancing social justice, human rights, democracy, rule of law and the protection of our planet.
Work location
The work is mainly located at the European Green Party headquarters: Rue du Taciturne 34, 1000, with occasional travel, both in Belgium and abroad. The selected candidate is required to be based in Belgium from the start of the contract (exact date negotiable).
Apply for this job:
Send a CV and a motivation letter in one single PDF file to vacancy@europeangreens.eu while noting “EGP/FYEG project assistant” in the email subject line.
Please cover the following points in your motivation letter:
- Summarise your previous experience in project/event management. Give a few examples of the tasks you were responsible for and the number of participant(s) if relevant.
- Summarise your previous experience in project application and reporting. Indicate the name of the funder(s) and the size of the budget(s).
The deadline for receiving applications is Sunday, 21 May 2023.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by the end of May and an interview and practical assignment for the position will take place online or in Brussels on May 30th and 31st. The selected candidate will be notified by mid June.
For more information
Should you need more information kindly contact the Director of Internal Organization and Personnel petra.skuljevic@europeangreens.eu.
