Job opportunities
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Permanent positions
We don’t have any permanent job opportunity available for the moment. Don’t hesitate to send us your spontaneous application if you wish.
Thank you for your interest.
Traineeships
Assistant Project Manager – Franco-German cooperation towards the energy transition
Starting date: as soon as possible
Context:
Energy Cities is a network of 1,000 local governments in 30 countries. We believe that the energy transition is about more than renewable energy or great technologies: It is about a wise use of resources while strengthening local participation and well-being in a democratic Europe.
Position:
We are hiring a candidate with strong motivation to assist project managers in projects related to the Franco-German cooperation towards the energy transition (TANDEM and The Franco-German Energy Transition Week).
Missions:
- Writing thematic sheets and case studies
- Assisting project managers for operating and administrative tasks (writing meeting minutes and reports)
- Managing the website content and the Facebook Page of the Energy Transition Week in French and German
Candidate’s profile and necessary skills:
Eligibility
- Level of education: Bachelor’s degree
- Candidates must be pursuing University studies
- Post-graduate candidate will not be considered, unless a contract can still be signed with their University
Academic background
Candidates should have an academic background in: Sustainable development, energy and climate, economy and finance, International Relations (related to climate and energy), Franco-German cooperation, etc.
Language
Excellent command of French or German
Other skills
- Excellent writing skills and ability to synthesize information and extract key messages
- Good interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
- Ability to work in an international team as well as to take initiatives
- Good command of computer skills: Microsoft Office, Content Management Systems (WordPress) and Social Networks (Facebook and Twitter)
Working conditions:
Location: Energy Cities – 2b chemin de Palente, 25000 Besançon – France
Financial conditions: approximately €500 /month
Duration: 6 months
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