.Job PurposePosition: Programme Assistant (m/f/d)Department: European Power ProgrammeLocation: MadridReporting to: Deputy Programme DirectorType of Contract: Fixed-term (one-year with possibility of extension)Employment Type: Full time (Mon –Fri)Closing date for applications: 8th September 2024Our European Power Programme has an exciting opportunity for a Programme Assistant to join the team and provide cross-cutting support to all its activities. In particular, the Programme Assistant would help with organising both public and closed-door events, leading the programme's communications, and supporting its advocacy efforts, among other tasks.If you have relevant experience in these areas, are proactive, creative and have a high degree of self-initiative, and are interested in working in a European foreign policy think tank, this position is for you.Join our multinational team and contribute towards ECFR's mission to make a difference.Main ResponsibilitiesSupporting the organisation and management of meetings and events, both virtual and in person, in collaboration with the Programme Manager.Drafting background notes, presentations, and other written material in support of programme activities, including relevant translations.Supporting the Programme activities with data visualisations and graphics as needed.Managing the Programme's social media accounts, presence on the ECFR website, and relationships with the media.Capturing the impact of Programme activities and helping prepare donor and internal reports.Assisting in stakeholder mapping and updating our internal systems and database.Liaising and coordinating with relevant actors on behalf of the European Power programme both internally and externally.Supporting the European Power Programme in various administrative tasks as needed.Person SpecificationRelevant Degree in the field of Political Science, Journalism, International or EU Affairs, Public Policy or equivalent.Two years of relevant work experience (including internships), particularly in organising public events and managing social media accounts.Good knowledge and understanding of administrative matters and work organisation.Advanced MS-Office and IT skills, including the use of databases (CRM) and social media platforms. Knowledge of Canva and WordPress is an advantage.Excellent written and oral communication in English, good knowledge of another European language is an advantage.Proven interest in one or more of the European Power Programme's focus areas: climate and energy; technology and geopolitics; the multilateral system; defence and security; and public opinion polling.Desirable experience in an international high-pace environment.Skills and AbilitiesFlexible, able to multitask and adapt to changeable conditions and demanding deadlines.Ability to work independently, in addition to as part of a multinational team.Social competence with the ability to comfortably interact with people at all levels
