ECNL is currently seeking a program manager to join its team from January 2014 (maternity replacement; expected duration of 18 months).
ECNL is the leading European research and policy center promoting the strengthening of a supportive legal environment for civil society, based in Budapest. It develops expertise and builds capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs) and public authorities on policy and legal issues affecting CSOs and their participation in public life. Over the past 10 years, ECNL has demonstrated deep commitment to empower local partners to lead reforms, and has contributed to the development of over 50 laws and policies affecting civil society. ECNL is the European affiliate of the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (www.icnl.org). Please note that ECNL applies a strict conflict of interest policy.
Main duties and responsibilities include:
Office/Administrative:
- Ensure the smooth running of the office and communications with service providers;
- Assist Finance Manager with petty cash and banking transactions, check travel authorizations and reports, compile supporting documents for ECNL’s financial reports;
- Assist staff in contractual procedures with service providers and consultants, draft contracts, assist with procurement, as requested;
- Handle ECNL registry-issues and liaison with board members, handle preparation for board meetings; Logistics:
- Organize conferences, trainings and study tours, arrange travel for program staff.
Program development (PD):
- Monitor institutional and program funding opportunities;
- Assist in project proposal preparation. Other: Assist with web maintenance and development of online profile;
- Provide program assistance to staff, assist legal staff with research, as requested;
- Translate documents into English / Hungarian;
- Provide general administrative support to Executive Director;
- Assist with other project tasks, as assigned.
Required qualifications:
- University degree;
- Hungarian and English language proficiency;
- More than 3 full years of professional experience;
- Good organizational and communication skills;
- Strong computer skills (MS Office, internet applications);
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, perform under pressure and work both in a team and independently; Experience in office administration.
Desirable:
- Familiarity with nonprofit sector and international work environment is an advantage.
Compensation:
Salary based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply:
Please submit, in English, a curriculum vitae and a cover letter to [email protected].