ERYICA is hiring a Project Manager!

Deadline: 26 December 2021
Open to: young people aged between 18 and 30 years with EU Citizenship
Benefits: gross monthly salary of 2,750 EUR

Description

ERYICA is looking for an enthusiastic and committed person with a passion for youth policy, project management and international relations. Their new colleague will manage ERYICA’s projects and working groups, support the preparation of project outputs and reports, plan and implement our initiatives, help with fundraising activities, liaise with member organisations and partners, and organise events. This one-year employment contract will take place in the framework of the European Solidarity Corps initiative and the Jobs4Solidarity programme.

Under the supervision of the Director and in close cooperation with other staff members, you will:

Support the implementation of ERYICA’s strategy and annual work programme;
Be responsible for the Agency’s projects, working groups, initiatives and administrative tasks;
Manage, supervise and report on projects and project outcomes, mostly within the Erasmus+ Programme;
Coordinate the organisation of events, meetings, webinars, training activities and eLearning courses;
Lead grant application processes (i.e. proposal writing, budgeting, contact with partners, meeting the administrative requirements, etc.);
Support the dissemination and publication of initiatives and project outcomes;
Foster the relationship with our members and ensure the successful delivery of services to our members;
Design, execute and report on surveys and consultations;
Collect case studies and good practices from the member organisations;
Support the team in the day-to-day management of their tasks;
Gather information on members’ projects and activities;
Support ERYICA’s relations with its stakeholders and partners; and
Attend external events across Europe as ERYICA representative when required

Eligibility

Aged between 18 and 30 years old on the starting day of the employment;
EU Citizenship;
Registration on the European Solidarity Corps Portal;
Graduate or post-graduate higher education degree in relevant discipline (e.g. project management, business administration, social work, information studies, international relations, European studies, etc.);
Prior experience in project management and event organisation in an international/European environment;
Good understanding of the Project Cycle Management: planning, identification & formulation, project management, monitoring and evaluation;
Perfect spoken and written command of English and either French or German;
Proven interest in the solidarity sector and in the youth field. Experience or knowledge of the youth field will be an asset;
IT literate: excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office; GSuite, content-management websites and project management tools;
Familiarity with the Erasmus+ programme of the European Commission, and preferably already supervised upon EU-funded projects;
Very well organised and ready to work under pressure, though able to distribute the workload in order to respect deadlines and agreed schedules;
Ability to work efficiently in different contexts and situations, including occasional teleworking;
Independent thinker yet a team worker, willing to take and bear responsibility and to work autonomously;
Ability to prioritize and work with several projects at the same time;
Evidenced analytical skills and ability to thrive when handling complex information and situations;
Flexible, effective, result-oriented, attentive to details, and able to multi-task;
Willingness to work with a small international and busy team in Luxembourg, with regular travel in Europe; and
Most important of all: you are a fast and zealous learner!

Desirable:

Good knowledge of the EU policy-making processes;
Experience with a European/international NGO in the youth field;
Familiarity with other EU programmes apart than Erasmus+;
Experience in the field of youth;
Proven experience as a trainer and/or facilitator;
Experience in design/ development of eLearning courses through Moodle;
Command of one or more other European languages.

Benefits

A full-time contract (40 working hours / week) for a fixed term of 12 months (renewable*), drawn in accordance and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in force in the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg, where the job will be based.
A gross monthly salary of 2,750 EUR.
The advantageous tax and social security system of the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg, applicable also if you are a commuter from neighbouring countries.
A travel grant to Luxembourg according to the funding rules of the ESC programme.
A relocation allowance of 910 EUR (5 EUR/day for 180 days) in the framework of the ESC programme.
The ESC programme offers comprehensive support for the young person over the duration of the contract, as well as online training, language support and additional insurance.
After a first period, autonomy and trust in organising your work, according to the needs of the Agency and the team.
An inspiring, friendly, and creative work environment in a dynamic and international framework.

* The Jobs4Solidarity programme in Luxembourg is limited until 31 December 2022. Please note that beyond 2022 the conditions would not include the additional allowances, support and benefits provided by the programme, they would be provided pro-rata depending on the starting date of the contract.

How to apply?

Applications should be submitted to the ERYICA Director: [email protected]
E-mail subject: “Application ESC Project Manager 2022”

Applications should include:

A cover letter (in English);
Your CV (in English);
Details of two persons who can be contacted for references.
Proof of registration on the European Solidarity Corps Portal.

Closing date for applications: 26 December 2021
Interviews conducted in English and French/German on: 12 and 13 January 2022
Starting date employment: As soon as possible

Many thanks to all who show an interest in this position. However, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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