Through a Christian commitment shared with its members, CCIG searches for solutions to the political and socio-economic problems of our time while paying particular attention to the dignity of every human being and for the common good of all.
JOB DESCRIPTION | Maternity Leave Replacement
| EMPLOYER: | International Catholic Center of Geneva (CCIG) |
| JOB TITLE: | Secretary General ad interim |
| RESPONSIBLE TO: | CCIG Board |
| STARTING DATE: | June 2015 |
| ENDING DATE: | November 2015 |
| ACTIVITY RATE: | From 25% to 50% depending on the month concerned |
| PLACE: | CCIG Office, rue de Varembé 1, 1202 Geneva (Switzerland) |
JOB SUMMARY: Implementation of projects and management of the CCIG secretariat.
ESENTIAL KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for providing logistical support for the organization of coordination meetings and training sessions for NGO representatives;
- Research and Prepare package of information for training sessions in the field (including UN documents and other materials);
- Perform miscellaneous office tasks and organizational duties, such as organization of Board meetings and Reception hours for members at the secretariat.
- Communication (update of CCIG website, targeted information mailing lists).
- Administrative tasks: coordination and supervision of Accountant’s work.
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Fundraising: Maintain timely and consistent contact with current donors and potential donors.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
EDUCATION:
- Master’s degree in international relations or similar field.
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of two years’ experience in international NGOs’ environment.
- Knowledge of and experience in working with Catholic-inspired NGOs is highly valued.
- Experience in fundraising for international NGOs desirable.
SKILLS:
- Proven ability to relate to international NGOs working in the Development and Human Rights.
- Deep understanding of Advocacy work and its technique.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the UN system for the promotion and protection of human rights, including full understanding of implications of NGO participation.
- In-depth knowledge of the functioning of the Universal Periodic Review, including direct experience in reporting process.
- Knowledge of fund raising/development practices, standards, and reporting.
- Understanding of Budgeting processes.
- Personal computers, hardware, and software programs including; Word, Outlook, Excel.
COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE SKILLS:
- Advanced oral and written communication in English and French.
- Knowledge of Spanish as an asset.
PERSONAL SKILLS:
- Work effectively without direct supervision.
- Maintain flexibility to adapt to a variety of workload assignments.
To apply, please send your CV and Cover letter to: secretariat@2021.ccig-iccg.org