Deadline: November 15, 2012
Open to: Applicants with BA/MA degree in relevant field or minimum of 5 years working experience
Remuneration: Not specified
The Decade of Roma Inclusion Secretariat Foundation (“Decade Secretariat”) is seeking a full-time Program Coordinator for its office in Budapest, Hungary. The Program Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Decade Secretariat. The terms of the contract will be determined on the basis of the applicable Hungarian Labor Code.
Description
The Decade of Roma Inclusion Secretariat Foundation is a private foundation established in 2007 by the Open Society Institute. The Decade Secretariat serves as the main facilitation body of the Decade of Roma Inclusion 2005-2015. It aims to support the work of the annually rotating Presidency of the Decade. In addition to the annual transfer of know-how and initiatives between Decade Presidencies, the Decade Secretariat ensures a smooth transition and enhances coordination of all joint activities. It provides continuity to the Decade and acts as the continuous repository of information and knowledge about the Decade.
The Decade offers a constructive contribution to the EU Framework for National Roma Integration Strategies, which focuses on the same themes of education, employment, housing and health care as does the Decade. The Decade offers an opportunity for non-EU member states to contribute their perspectives and expertise to the integration process. The Secretariat plays an important role in bringing Decade expertise to the EU process, including technical expertise in the thematic areas and expertise in monitoring progress. Finally, the Decade and its Secretariat serves as a platform for bringing civil society voices into the EU Framework discussions.
Responsibilities
The Program Coordinator’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following tasks:
- Providing conceptual, operational and technical support for the annually rotating Decade Presidency;
- Coordinating the flow of information among the Decade partners by regularly following the initiatives of the relevant stakeholders;
- Coordinating the yearly progress reporting of the Decade Member States;
- Promoting cooperation between the Decade Secretariat and the European Commission’s respective directorates;
- Using communication as a strategic tool to attract attention and promotion for the Decade and its objectives;
- Representing the Decade Secretariat at international and national events;
- Contributing to the management of the Decade website;
- Undertake other duties as required commensurate with the level of the position.
Requirements
- BA/MA degree in relevant field or minimum of 5 years working experience
- Solid knowledge of the process of the Decade of Roma Inclusion
- Solid knowledge of relevant public and civil partners – demonstrated communication network
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English
- Substantial experience living and working in Romani communities.
- Knowledge of Romani plus 1 or more language(s) of the Decade countries is a considerable advantage.
- Advanced computer skills (MS Office, internet, publication software)
- Demonstrated commitment to Roma inclusion issues
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
- Multitasking abilities and ability to work under pressure
- Capacity to work independently as well as in a multinational team
Application process
These are the required application documents. Please submit all documents in English!
- Europass CV
- Two recommendation letters – from previous supervisors or peers who are familiar with the candidate’s capacities
- One-page (A4) motivation letter explaining the candidate’s relevant professional and educational background.
The deadline for submitting applications is November 15, 2012. Applications should be submitted by e-mail to: tbuzetzky@decadesecretariat.org.
For further information please see the Decade website.
