The College of Europe is looking for a Project Coordinator to join its Development Office in Bruges, Belgium. The Development Office is the College of Europe’s main link for developing training courses, projects and other professional services for and with individuals, universities, public bodies, companies and organisations worldwide. For more information visit: www.coleurope.eu/development
Description of the position:
The Project Coordinator will work in close cooperation with the other Project Managers and Assistants and will directly report to the Director of the Development Office. Main tasks and responsibilities include:
- Assisting the Director in the daily management of the Office;
- Finding new initiatives and opportunities for business development;
- Cooperating in the implementation of prospection activities and initiating projects;
- Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of projects;
- Assisting the Director in ensuring operational efficiencies and strategic outputs of the Office;
- Assisting the Director in the provision of general support to the team;
- Initiating, negotiating and managing project activities with international partners of the COE;
- Project Management & PM’s tasks & responsibilities (including writing of project proposals);
- Managing procurement, contracts and training services;
- Management of teams of experts;
- Writing tenders and project applications in English/French;
- Liaising with experts, professors, trainers, participants and partners worldwide;
- Implementing and coordinating projects and training seminars;
- Attending meetings and events including travel;
- Budgeting and reporting.
Required profile:
- University degree (in European studies, law, economics, political sciences or international relations) and a postgraduate degree in EU affairs;
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in project management proving a very good understanding of the EU and its institutions;
- Knowledge of and relevant experience with tendering procedures and EU terminology;
- Excellent English writing skills (candidates not complying with the requested level will not be considered); excellent French writing skills and other languages are considered as an asset;
- Computer literacy;
- Good analytical and organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines;
- Able to work both autonomously and as a team player in a multicultural environment;
- Result-oriented approach and a proactive and cooperative outlook;
- Open personality with strong interpersonal, communication and networking skills and a flexible and dynamic attitude.
We offer:
An interesting and challenging full-time position in an attractive, multicultural and dynamic work environment, the opportunity to network with partner organisations all over the world and a competitive salary package including benefits.
APPLICATION
Applications should be written in English and consist of a detailed CV (max. 2 pages) and motivation letter (max. 1 page) indicating the earliest starting date. They should be sent per e-mail mentioning “PROJECT COORDINATOR” in the subject line.
Contact: Ms Alissa Albrechts, e-mail: alissa.albrechts@coleurope.eu
Deadline: Wednesday, 27 May 2015 – Interviews will be carried out in June 2015
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.