Junior Expert for Event-Management and Networking

Working efficiently, effectively and in a spirit of partnership, we support people and societies in
developing, transition and industrialized countries in shaping their own futures and improving living
conditions. This is what the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) is all
about. As a federally owned enterprise, we support the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. We are also engaged in international education work around the globe.

GIZ has been commissioned by the German Government to implement the
“Ziviler Friedensdient (ZFD) / Civil Peace Service (CPS)” to support the program team

„Junior Expert for Event-Management and Networking“

The Junior Expert will help with contracted projects, and provide creative and operational support on
projects in development. The role will be responsible for a range of project deliverables throughout
the calendar year, including taking responsibility for different aspect of projects and managing relationships with project partners.

Responsibilities and tasks include but are not limited to:
-Support with event coordination work including the planning, organizing and monitoring all aspects of events and activities;
-Support to produce detailed concepts for events and activities, including timelines, venues, suppliers, legal obligations, staffing and budgets;
-Consult with service providers such as artists, trainers, entertainers, transport companies etc.;
-Research and follow event trends and happenings to identify opportunities for events and to provide value added participation;
-Manage daily office work;
-Cooperate with the project’s Development Advisor;
-Maintain communications and good relations with colleagues and project team;
-Assist in any other related task.

Required qualifications:
-Minimum of 2 years of relevant occupational experience.
-Ability to handle stage and studio equipment.
-Network of artist, trainers, stage and studio equipment providers.
-Fluent in Arabic and English. German is a definite plus.
-Excellent computer and communication skills.
-Ability to work under stressful conditions, self-initiator, flexible and able to work with people of
different backgrounds, service oriented, friendly personality, well organised and motivated.
-Israeli or Jerusalem ID holder is preferable.

Assignment: Starting 1st of December 2014. 12 months contract with possible extension.
GIZ is an equal opportunity employer, and offers an attractive and challenging working environment
with opportunities for skill enhancement.
We are looking forward to receiving your application by email comprising your CV and cover letter
until 31st of October 2014 to the following address: [email protected]

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