Deadline: 29 February 2012
Open to: Computer Science BSc, with at least 1 year of professional experience
Remuneration: Provided

Description

When we look around markets, we see the need for better information everywhere. Farmers are lacking prices, traders need transport and new contacts, projects and governments need a better way to reach out to people, businesses lack real-time updates on their stock, their harvests, and so on…

That’s where Esoko comes in. Using mobile phones, Esoko gives people and businesses the opportunity to share information quickly and affordably. Esoko provides a range of applications that both push updates out to the field, and, more importantly, pull data in from the field. Being better-informed helps everyone along the value chain and can play a vital role in how markets operate.

Esoko is now looking for a Software Developer. Passionate about designing solutions, solving problems, improving existing products. Enthusiastic, curious and willing to learn.

Job Specifications

• To write and maintain large portions of code (modules, etc.), with attention to various factors, including performance, usability, compatibility, security, consistency.
• To support peers and provide technical guidance, making sure that development tasks are assigned, followed up on and completed in time.
• Solid understanding of computer programming, data structures, algorithms, techniques.
• To anticipate problems and make recommendations.
• To test and review others’ work and provide training and support.
• To participate in various phases of software development, from gathering of requirements to testing and deployment.

Eligibility

Person Specifications

• At least a BSc Computer Science or its equivalent
• At least 1 year relevant work experience
• In-depth knowledge of two or more of these applications: PHP, Java, SQL, SMPP, Kannel, Linux, AJAX, Javascript, XML, GWT. Distributed web & mobile applications.
• Enthusiastic, curious and willing to learn
• Logical, problem-solver, imaginative and multi-task

Application

If you feel you meet these criteria, and would like to apply, then please, apply via The Official Website. You will be asked to submit your CV/Resume and fill out a short questionnaire. Your application will then be emailed to the HR department at Esoko/BusyLab. Thanks for being interested!

More information about ESOKO available here.

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

Deadline: 20 Februrary 2012
Open to: Graduates in IT field with professional experience, fluent in English
Remuneration: Provided

Description

The European People’s Party (EPP) is the political family of the centreright. With 74 member parties from 39 European countries, the EPP is the largest party at European level. For the Brussels-based Headquarters, EPP is currently looking for a Junior IT Manager (M/F)

Responsibilities include:

Daily-basis operational tasks under supervision of the Head of the IT Department:

• First support to users for pc’s, laptops, printers and copiers (Help Desk)
• First user support for the fixed telephone and basic maintenance of the switch board
• First user support for mobile telephone including applications, installation and maintenance
• User call tracking and monthly statistics productions
• Installation and maintenance of the PC operating systems and applications (including technical documentation)
• Basic maintenance and upgrade for the file server and email server (including technical documentation)
• Performing the backup/restore procedures of the data of EPP secretariat (including technical documentation)
• Basic support for the network connectivity of the copiers
• Basic application developments
• Maintenance and verifying meeting room equipment
• Basic graphic design and layout of daily publications

Eligibility

Candidate Requirements :

• Fluency in English
• Education in IT and 2 years of professional experience
• Experience in IT user support
• Good command of Microsoft Office, Windows for PC and Windows for server, photo shop, graphic design.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP network environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft exchange platform is an advantage
• Team spirit, commitment and flexibility are required.

Remuneration

Working contract is under Belgian Law. EPP pays a competitive salary according to Belgian legislation and Social Security. Additional benefits will be provided in the salary package.

Application

Applicants should forward a detailed CV and a cover letter by e-mail to EPP Deputy Secretary General Luc Vandeputte, lvandeputte@epp.eu, by 20 February 2012.

More information here

The Official Website

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Deadline: 15 February 2012
Open to: Graduates in journalism, English and German speakers
Remuneration: Provided

Description

Foundation EurActiv operates a trainee scheme in Brussels for young people providing graded learning in EU policies. Interns are allocated either to editorial, commercial or technical tasks, depending on availability and abilities/experience. These internships are for a minimum of six months and may be extended for another six months.

EurActiv publishes in 15 languages through its own and a network of franchise offices (Editorial Mission)

They are now looking for a full-time Editorial Intern (starting date: as soon as possible).

Responsibilities include:

• Research on EU policies (experience in the EU institutions welcome)
• Assisting with sub-editing articles
• Validating and/or rewriting information on EU policies
• Preparing articles for publication
• Accomplishing various administrative tasks

EurActiv Offers :

• Interesting tasks in a multicultural environment (international team of 35 people)
• Insight into EU politics
• Insight into the work of a Brussels based EU affairs media
• Remunerated internship and possible extension of the internship

Eligibility

Position is open to the candidates matching the following profile:

• School of Journalism or other equivalent studies
• First experience in writing articles, blogs or other, but as a minimum a proven interest in journalism
• Fast, entrepreneurial, team-player, hard-working, “hands-on” approach
• Able to work independently
• Good phone, inter-personal skills and knowledge of MS Office
• Native or near native English as well as very good German

Application

Please send relevant CVs with short covering letter by no later than 15 February 2012, to selection@euractiv.com

The Official Website

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

Deadline: 15 March and 23 March 2012
Open to: Researchers and scientific experts from the following countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Israel, FYR of Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Switzerland and Turkey
Remuneration: Not specified

Description

The JRC has published six vacant positions - 5 Grantholder and 1 Seconded National Expert position – for researchers and scientific experts from the following countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Israel, FYR of Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Switzerland and Turkey. Applications will be accepted from experts from research organisations, public administration bodies, national enforcement laboratories and scientists.

The openings are part of the JRC’s Enlargement and Integration Action (E&IA), which aims to give scientific and technical support to countries on the road towards EU membership, New Member States and Associated Countries, in order to support the transfer of the EU legal framework to national legislations and to facilitate scientific and technical exchange.

The JRC has also proposed 32 activities including specialised workshops, advanced training courses and small projects within its areas of competence. The workshops are set up to allow competent organisations to study the scientific and technical methods and techniques underpinning EU policy implementation. The activities are targeted at new Member States, Candidate Countries, Potential Candidate Countries, FP7 Associated Countries, and – on an ad-hoc basis – European Neighbourhood Policy Countries and Russia The activities also provide an opportunity for EU organisations to learn about the methods currently used in those countries and for both parties to discuss how the EU legislation should be implemented in the future.

Grantholder

Grantholder contracts are aimed at developing training, career development and mobility opportunities for researchers throughout their careers. The JRC offers Grantholder contracts under the national employment law of the site where the JRC Institute is established to scientists embarking on doctoral studies, to those early on in their career and to those with experience.

Here you can find the list that contains the Enlargement and Integration Action Grantholder vacancies for 2012. An update of this list (and possible extension of the deadline of some posts) is planned after this deadline and possibly some new vacancies will be added.

Please click on an individual vacancy link for more details.

Should you want to apply please follow the link in the vacancy descriptions which will direct you to the recruitment website (ESRA) of the JRC, where the Grantholder applications must be made.

Seconded National Expert

Seconded National Experts (SNEs) must come from a national, regional or local public administration, including universities and research organisations that do not see to make profits for redistribution. An SNE must have worked for his/her employer on a permanent or contract basis for at least 12 months before the secondment and shall remain in the service of that employer throughout the period of secondment. To qualify for secondment to the Commission a national expert must have at least three years of experience.

All applications for the 2012 Enlargement and Integration call will have to go through the national Missions. Please contact the Mission of your country directly to learn more and to apply.

Eligibility

Researchers and scientific experts from the following countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Israel, FYR of Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Switzerland and Turkey are eligible to apply. Applications will be accepted from experts from research organisations, public administration bodies, national enforcement laboratories and scientists.

Application

For Grantholders please follow the link in the vacancy descriptions which will direct you to the recruitment website (ESRA) of the JRC, where the Grantholder applications must be made.

For Seconded National Expert please contact the Mission of your country directly to learn more and to apply.

Deadline for applications is 15 March 2012 for Grantholders and before 23 March 2012 for Seconded National Expert.

For more information please consult the FAQ’s page.

The Official Website

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

Deadline: By March 2012
Open to:  Globalist change-makers, various professions
Remuneration: Salary varies with location and experience, competitive with leading non governmental organizations

Description

Avaaz—meaning “voice” in several European, Middle Eastern and Asian languages—launched in 2007 with a simple democratic mission: organize citizens of all nations to close the gap between the world we have and the world most people everywhere want.

Avaaz empowers millions of people from all walks of life to take action on pressing global, regional and national issues, from corruption and poverty to conflict and climate change. Our model of internet organising allows thousands of individual efforts, however small, to be rapidly combined into a powerful collective force.

With 10 million hopeful citizens and rising, Avaaz is the largest global online community in history. There is no other massive, high-tech, people-powered, multi-issue, genuinely global advocacy organization that can mobilize coordinated democratic pressure in hundreds of countries within 24 hours.

Avaaz is now looking for more super smart, globalist change-makers to join a world class team – full of inspired public entrepreneurs and brilliant campaigners who are also a sheer pleasure to work with.

Avaaz is looking to fill 40 positions and they need to hire as many as possible in January and February, so get in touch now!

Eligibility

Global Campaigners (Distributed Organizing), 8 positions
Talented campaigners, fluent in one or more of French, Portuguese, Spanish or German.
Role description.

Campaign Director (India)
A globalist change-maker with deep knowledge of India, but can be based anywhere.
Role description.

Senior Online Campaigner
A talented technologist, strategist and manager.
Role description.

Email Deliverability Specialist
A deliverability expert to maximize the rate which our emails are delivered to our 10 million members inboxes.
Role description.

Executive Assistant (New York)
Support our ED with anything and everything (based in NYC).
Role description.

Media Campaigner (US)
A talented media campaigner, based in the US.
Role description.

Media Campaigner (EU)
A talented media campaigner, based in the EU.
Role description.

Media Campaigner (Arabic)
A talented media campaigner, with deep knowledge of the Arab world.
Role description.

Campaign Director (Japan)
A globalist change-maker with deep knowledge of Japan, but can be based anywhere.
Role description.

Campaign Director (Brazil)
A globalist change-maker with deep knowledge of Brazil, but can be based anywhere.
Role description.

Campaign Directors (3 positions) 
Globalist change-makers.
Role description.

Campaigner (social media)
A talented campaigner with a pedigree in social media.
Role description.

Campaigner (India)
A talented campaigner, with deep knowledge of India.
Role description.

Campaigners (editorial – English, 3 positions)
Talented writers and editors providing briefings to our site users.
Role description.

Executive Assistant (Europe)
Support our team’s logistical and administrative needs (based in EU).
Role description.

Online Strategy Analyst
An analytics expert to help improve our work through understanding the data.
Role description.

Lead Developers (2 positions)
Talented developers to lead features development and organize fast-moving coding workflows.
Role description.

Developers (4 positions)
Role description coming soon.

Chief Technology Innovation Officer 
Role description coming soon.

Senior Designer 
A talended designer to take the lead in creating and stewarding the look, feel and usability of our website.
Role description.

Search Engine Optimization Associate 
A Search Engine Optimization expert to improve the visibility and findability of our online properties.
Role description.

Fact Checker
Role description coming soon.

Korean writer
An excellent writer who can make our campaigns sing in Korean.
Role description.

Russian writer
An excellent writer who can make our campaigns sing in Russian.
Role description.

Operations Associate
An operations associate providing key assistance for the human resources, finance, legal and administrative functions of Avaaz.
Role description.

If you don’t see the perfect role for you listed here, apply anyway — they want to know what talent is out there, and more positions will be coming up during the first half of 2012.

Application

To apply for any of the roles above, or to register your general interest in roles at Avaaz (more coming soon), just fill in some details on this web form: http://www.avaaz.org/job_application_form

The Official Website

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

Deadline: 15 February 2012
Open to: Candidates with knowledge of the Balkans
Remuneration: Full time salary of £34,032 per annum

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

Deadline: Spring 2012
Open to:  Reporters
Remuneration: Not specified

Description

The European Journalism Centre is proud to announce the rebirth of the new TH!NK project, which is anticipated to launch in the Spring of 2012.

Following a total of five competition rounds spread over a period of three years, TH!NK ABOUT IT, the EJC’s international blogging competition series, is taking it to the next level and will be revamped into a sustainable platform where selected reporters will cover timely international topics through multimedia reporting.

The selected reporters are asked to perform and showcase how to best report about the latest “hot topics” by using multimedia outlets such as photo, audio, video, data visualisation, infographics etc. These selected reporters will have a chance to represent the new project and report from various international conferences and events. In addition, there will be a close tie-up to the next edition of CL!CK ABOUT IT, which will focus on the topic “Crisis & Disaster”.

Eligibility

Enthusiastic, committed and excited reporters from all around the world are eligible to apply for participating in the new TH!NK project.

Application

If you would you like to be part of this new TH!NK project sign up today by filling out the application form. Please keep in mind that due to a limited number of openings, a strict selection process will take place.

The Official Website

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

Deadline: 10 February 2012
Open to: Candidates with previous experience of 1year of managing / administration of activity in the context of an international organization, RCC included, and/ or of an European Union funded project
Remuneration: Depends on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience

Description

In the context of the EU funded project “Improving Cooperation in South-East Europe by Actions for Strengthening the Regional Cooperation Council”, the Central European Initiative intends to create a dedicated organizational structure “Twinning Unit” based in Sarajevo next to the Regional Cooperation Council premises in order to support the implementation of the project activities.

The project is financed by the European Union through the Instrument of Pres-Accession Assistance – Regional Programme 2010 EuropeAid/131229/C/ACT/Multi and will last 24 months (December 2011 – November 2013).

The Project envisages an intense calendar of activities aiming at strengthening the RCC Secretariat: study tours to other international organisations, capacity-building seminars, stakeholder conferences as well as the introduction of innovative ICT tools, will be some of the initiatives foreseen by the CEI with the ultimate aim to promote the enhancement of regional cooperation between and among the countries of South-East Europe.

Responsibilities:

I. Processing of communications/administration:

• Assisting the Project Manger and the Project Officer in all project activities;
• Collecting and analysing information and data on the Project progress;
• Supporting financial and narrative reporting according to the rules of IPA programme;
• Carrying out translations in English and Serbo-Croatian (active and passive), taking and transcribing dictation, drafts correspondence;
• Assisting in the preparation and editing of documents for official communications, presenting at meetings and conferences;
• Arranging documents pertaining to missions (hotels, travels) and following up on missions with processing and filing of travel documents for reporting;
• Providing general support to team members when travelling;
• Assisting in general secretarial tasks;
• Running errands as needed (post office, couriers, etc);
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

II. Meetings organisation:

• Assisting in meeting preparation including preparation and distribution of documents, correspondence with participants, registration of participants, minute-taking, etc.;
• Consecutive interpretation and linguistic facilitation at meetings when required;
• Preparing background material pertaining to meetings when needed;
• Liaising with suppliers for services.

Eligibility

Candidates with the following qualifications are eligible to apply:

• Previous experience of 1year of managing / administration of activity in the context of an international organization, RCC included, and/ or of an European Union funded project;
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Mother tongue or equivalent in Bosnian or Serbo-Croatian;
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet);
• A proven sense of organisation, initiative and responsibility;
• Ability to carry out assigned duties with due diligence and under time pressure;
• Ability to work in an international environment and to travel;
• Good attitude for working in a team;
• Good knowledge of the RCC and CEI structures and activities;
• Good knowledge of EU policies and instruments towards the Western Balkan region;
• Commitment to full time service for the entire duration of the action.

A University degree in fields connected to the Project activities (international relations, political science, economics, law, etc.) and the knowledge of other languages will be considered as an asset.]

Remuneration

The position’s remuneration will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

Provision of Contract:

The successful candidate will be based in Sarajevo in an office in front of the RCC headquarters, on a full-time basis, for a period of 18 months plus three months of probation period.

Application

Applications in English including a Curriculum Vitae (Europass format) and a motivation letter to: birnbaum@cei-es.org and sinkovic@cei-es.org

In your CV please indicate your age, nationality, as well as your current location. Please indicate your availability for a personal interview at the RCC Secretariat headquarters in Sarajevo in February.

The selected candidate should be ready to start by the end of February.

Deadline: February 10th 2012.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

You can read the Official call here.

The Official Website

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

Deadline: 10 February 2012
Open to: Candidates with a University degree in fields connected to the project activities (international relations, political science, economics, law, etc.)
Remuneration: Depends on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience

Description

In the context of the EU funded project “Improving Cooperation in South-East Europe by Actions for Strengthening the Regional Cooperation Council”, the Central European Initiative intends to create a dedicated organizational structure “Twinning Unit” based in Sarajevo next to the Regional Cooperation Council premises in order to support the implementation of the project activities.

The project is financed by the European Union through the Instrument of Pres-Accession Assistance – Regional Programme 2010 EuropeAid/131229/C/ACT/Multi and will last 24 months (December 2011 – November 2013).

The Project envisages an intense calendar of activities aiming at strengthening the RCC Secretariat: study tours to other international organisations, capacity-building seminars, stakeholder conferences as well as the introduction of innovative ICT tools, will be some of the initiatives foreseen by the CEI with the ultimate aim to promote the enhancement of regional cooperation between and among the countries of South-East Europe.

Responsibilities:
I. Project Activities implementation:

• Overall coordination of the project under the Project Manager guidance;
• Day-to-day management of the project under the guidance of the Project Manager and the Technical Assistance Unit in Trieste;
• Monitoring the advancement of the activities according to the project work plan;
• Participation in project meetings and other meetings and conferences as appropriate.

II. Processing of communication and administration:

• Carrying out translations in English, Bosnian or Serb-Croatian languages (active and passive);
• Preparing and editing of documents for official communications and presentations at meetings and conferences;
• Financial and narrative reporting on the activities performed by the Sarajevo Twinning Unit according to the rules of IPA programme;
• Assisting the Project Manager in all activities foreseen by the action;
• Collecting and analysing information and data on the progress of the action;
• Any other duties as may be needed or assigned.

III. Organisation of meetings / conferences:

• Meeting preparation including preparation and distribution of documents;
• Correspondence with participants, registration of participants, minute-taking, etc.;
• Preparing background material pertaining to meetings when needed;
• Standing and faithful cooperation with CEI and RCC staff;
• Liaising with relevant stakeholders of the action (in particular Regional Organisations, International Financial Institutions).

Eligibility

Candidates with the following qualifications are eligible to apply:

• A University degree in fields connected to the project activities (international relations, political science, economics, law, etc.). Preferably Master’s Degree;
• Previous experience of 3 years of managing / administration of cooperation activity in the context of an international organization, European Union funded projects, RCC included;
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Mother tongue or equivalent in Bosnian or Serbo-Croatian;
• Other languages will be considered as an asset;
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet);
• A sense of organisation, initiative and responsibility;
• Ability to carry out assigned duties with due diligence and under time pressure;
• Ability to work in an international environment and to travel frequently;
• Good attitude for working in a team;
• Good knowledge of the CEI and RCC structures and activities;
• Good knowledge of EU polices and instruments towards the Western Balkan region;
• Commitment to full time service for the entire duration of the action.

Remuneration

The position’s remuneration will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

Provision of Contract:

The successful candidate will be based in Sarajevo in an office in front of the RCC headquarters, on a full-time basis, for a period of 18 months plus three months of probation period.

Application

Applications in English including a Curriculum Vitae (Europass format) and a motivation letter to birnbaum@cei-es.org and sinkovic@cei-es.org

In your CV please indicate your age, nationality, as well as your current location. Please indicate your availability for a personal interview at the RCC Secretariat headquarters in Sarajevo in February. The selected candidate should be ready to start by the end of February.

Deadline: February 10th 2012.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

You can read the Official call here.

The Official Website

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

Deadline: 15 April 2012
Open to: Nationals of the member States of the North-South Centre and/or the Council of Europe
Remuneration: Costs for medical and accident insurance during the traineeship period

Description

The North-South Centre of the Council of Europe organises traineeships from three to six-month periods.
The North-South Centre, or the The European Centre for Global Interdependence and Solidarity, was established by the Council of Europe to encourage co-operation and solidarity between North and South and improve education and information on interdependence among the world’s inhabitants.

The North-South Centre has a two tasks:

• to provide a framework for European co-operation designed to heighten public awareness of global interdependence issues,
• to promote policies of solidarity complying with the Council of Europe’s aims and principles – respect for human rights, democracy and social cohesion.

The duties to which trainees are assigned include research, the preparation of activities, draft reports and the drafting of minutes. They may also be required to assist with current work.

Remuneration

Unfortunately, the North-South Centre does not offer remunerated traineeships. Costs of travel and accommodation, as well as living expenses, are the responsibility of trainees or their sponsoring institutions. The North-South Centre does however cover its trainees for medical and accident insurance during the traineeship period. Trainees are entitled to two days leave per month. The usual working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.

Eligibility

• Nationals of one of the Council of Europe’s member states or Southern Countries with which the North-South Centre co-operates,
• Persons who have completed their higher education or have successfully completed at least three years of university study (six semesters).
• Trainees must have a very good knowledge of one of the Council of Europe’s official languages (English and French). A good knowledge of the other is desirable. Good drafting ability required.

Trainees are selected by the Executive Director, in agreement with the Unit to which they are assigned.

Application

If you want to apply for a traineeship, you should send by email a detailed CV in french or english with a motivation letter to nsc_traineeships@coe.int specifying which session and the number of months you are applying for. All applications must be completed in either English or French. Applications received in other languages will not be taken into consideration.

In 2012 the traineeship sessions will be:
- First session: February 2012 – June 2012
Deadline: 15 October 2011
- Second session: July 2011 – December 2012
Deadline: 15 April 2012

Contacts

Communication Sector – Traineeship
North-South Centre of the Council of Europe
Avenida da República, 15 – 4º
PT-1050-185 Lisboa
email:  nscinfo@coe.int

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Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.