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Events Manager

Brussel, Belgium

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Partial Remote Job

We are currently looking for an experienced

Events Manager

Do you have eagle eyes, a creative brain and a passion for organising innovative events?

If so, we want to hear from you.

Our events team is expanding and we are seeking a highly motivated Events Manager with the passion, energy and vision to deliver the most innovative and engaging events.

Friends of Europe is an independent think thank that connects people, stimulates debate and triggers change. We work for a more sustainable, forward-thinking, inclusive Europe.

The Events Manager plays a key role in enhancing our reputation and influence by providing well-organised and smooth running, professional events. Delivering to a high standard, managing costs and contractual requirements is an essential element of the Events Manager’s responsibilities.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSABILITIES

As Events Manager you will be responsible for:

Managing the logistics for a portfolio of events while adhering to deadlines and budgets.
Managing the central FOE agenda of events (selecting dates for events, identifying and managing third parties linked in particular to event venues, event logistics and catering partners etc).
Contributing to the events strategy as well as processes and procedures.
Prepare event project briefs and planning schedules for each event.

Liaising with, booking suppliers and managing costs.
Briefing and coordinating staff and suppliers before and during the events and providing on-the-job training to programme managers, executives and trainees when needed.
Coordinating the preparation of materials/publications/presentations needed for the events.

Managing the administrative part after the events, such as analysis, statistical reporting, financial report, follow-up on improvement actions, etc.
Being an active team player, working in tandem and back-up with colleague Event Manager and others.
Executing any tasks and responsibilities commensurate with this position as required by the organisation.
Driven by the objective to remain an innovative trendsetter when it comes to online, physical or hybrid debates.

This is a full-time employee position that reports directly to the Communication & Events Director.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

2 to 4 years in a similar role.
A practical technical knowledge of sound & vision (remote presentation software & tools).
Knowledge of hybrid events is a plus.

IF YOU POSSESS THE FOLLOWING SKILLS:

Excellent project management skills.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Highly-motivated creative and enthusiastic personality.
Team player with pro-active mindset, solution-oriented and positive mentality.
Ability to plan and deliver against short deadlines.
A genuine interest in working for a think tank, i.e., non-profit and civil society sectors.
Ability to think in an out-of-the box manner providing trendsetting and innovative events.
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast moving high-pressure environment.
Able to support events also early mornings and evenings, as well as abroad.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English (knowledge of French and/or Dutch is a plus).

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.

Then we want you on our dynamic team!

OUR OFFER

A market competitive remuneration with extra-legal benefits;
The opportunity to work at the forefront of Europe in a dynamic and international environment;
A chance to build experience in managing communication with strong autonomy and own responsibility.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Friends of Europe is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants, by providing equal treatment of all job applications received, regardless of applicants’ ethnic origins, gender, sexual orientation, disability or health status. We especially encourage applications from those who have been historically excluded or not had fair and equal opportunities to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are asked to upload their CV and cover letter in English in electronic format to the CV Warehouse tool on our website friendsofeurope.org (careers).
The closing date for applications is Monday 11 July 2022 at midnight CEST.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview on a rolling basis.

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Hands on Senior HR Manager

Brussel, Belgium

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ABOUT US

Friends of Europe is a leading think tank that connects people, stimulates debate and triggers change to create a more inclusive, sustainable, and forward-looking Europe.

Friends of Europe (FoE) is looking to recruit a

Hands on Senior HR Manager (m/f/x)

The jobholder will work as a member of the leadership team.

JOB AND CONTRACT TYPE:

Fixed term contract in our Brussels Office, remote home office possible 3 days a week. Possibility to have a 3/5 or 4/5 contract.

MAIN DUTIES and RESPONSABILITIES

Development, implementation, communication and management of the HR policies and procedures across Friends of Europe;
Management of recruitments, evaluations, and other HR related matters thereby supporting the leadership team;
Answer all HR related and labor law questions;
Provide expert, and hands-on HR advice and ensure that all people related activities and processes are managed in line with our policies, Belgian and European regulations and standards;
Support the leadership team in personal development and training goals and performance management;
Coach and challenge the management to develop the organisational capabilities and resources, lead workforce transformation required to enable delivery of our (HR) strategy;
Manage the relationship with external HR providers and contractors.

The position will report to the Secretary General.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and KNOWLEDGE

Master’s degree in HR Management, with focus on Personnel Management, Law and soft HR related subjects;
At least 10 years of experience as a Senior HR Manager with exposure to international co-workers
Demonstrated knowledge of Belgian labour law.
Experience in an international, intercultural setting on a European scale;
Hands-on leadership, effective in execution, team worker and ability to deal with cultural diversity;
Experience in working independently with high level of accuracy

IF YOU ARE THE

highly motivated, creative and enthusiastic personality with a can do mindset
person with good interpersonal skills to work in a small, multi-cultural team
staff member with a proactive mindset and able to work under deadlines in a change management context
person who is a problem solver with outstanding organisational skills,
staff member with the capacity to prioritise and work across multiple projects
HR professional with a solid background of Belgian Labour law
one who is fluent in French or Dutch and English

Then we want you on our dynamic team !

OUR OFFER:

A market competitive remuneration with extra-legal benefits.
The opportunity to work at the forefront of Europe in a dynamic and international environment.
A chance to be part of an international and dynamic leadership team and work on challenging projects.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:

Friends of Europe is an equal opportunity employer, offering each candidate matching the minimum obligatory qualifications and experiences an equal chance in employment and promotion procedures.
This position is open to nationals of EU/EEA member states or Switzerland, and to non-EU nationals in possession of a valid work permit.
Candidates must be legally and permanently allowed to work in Belgium (no assistance provided to obtain a visa or work permit).

HOW TO APPLY?

Interested candidates are asked to upload their CV and cover letter in English in electronic format to the CV Warehouse tool on our website friendsofeurope.org(careers).
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview on a rolling basis.

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