Development Assistant

Development Assistant

Bruegel

Brussels, Belgium

Deadline for Application: 3 January 2025, 23:59 (CET)
Expected starting date: As soon as possible, 1 February 2025 the latest

Bruegel is recruiting a part-time (60%) Development Assistant to join the Development Team for an initial 12-month period, with the possibility to renewal.

Bruegel Development team drives and coordinates general organisational growth, and supports execution of Bruegel’s core strategic goals, impact and mission. The work of the Development team consists of developing and assessing different partnership and funding opportunities and supporting the research team in implementation of research projects. The development team stands at the intersection of operational/financial, and research departments. This position offers interesting, dynamic and diverse opportunities to young professionals in their early career developments.

We would like to select a detailed-oriented and proactive Development Assistant to support the overall Development Team. The ideal candidate will work in close cooperation with the rest of the team and will provide critical support to ensure smooth daily operations and act as a vital link between departments.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at multitasking, we’d love to hear from you!

Bruegel is a European think tank working in the field of international economics. Established in 2005, Bruegel is independent and non-doctrinal. Its mission is to improve the quality of economic policy with open and fact-based research, analysis and debate. We are committed to impartiality, openness and excellence. Bruegel’s membership includes EU Member State governments, international corporations and institutions. For more information about Bruegel, please consult: www.bruegel.org.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrative and operational support to the Development Team members: scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements in coordination with the other relevant Bruegel’s departments;
• Conduct research on companies, foundations, individuals and other relevant audiences;
• Prepare reports, presentations, documents and other correspondence as needed, including official documentation to be submitted to donors;
• Assist in organising fundraising campaigns and other initiatives;
• Provide occasional support in the logistics of Bruegel events;
• Maintain necessary records, files, reports, databases (e.g. Airtable, SalesForce), and resource materials used by the Development Team as well as other Bruegel teams;
• Handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism;
• Report to the Head of Development.

APPLICANTS’ BACKGROUND AND COMPETENCES:

• A graduate degree, preferably in business administration, office administration, communication, political sciences, international affairs or related fields;
• Superior organisation and planning skills;
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, with significant proficiency in Excel. Familiarity with other PM tools is an asset;
• Excellent communication, writing and proofreading skills in English (drafting reports, emails, briefs);
• Good analytical and ability to meet strict deadlines;
• Strong attention to details;
• Interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural context. Team player with a positive and collaborative attitude;
• Interest in economic policy, business organisation and development and knowledge of European affairs. Understanding of economic topics/terminology is an asset.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter in English, describing why you are interested in joining the think-tank world, and Bruegel, as well as what makes you suited for the role.

The application should be submitted to recruitment@bruegel.org, in one single PDF document (merged), under the subject line: “Development Assistant”_Applicant’s Name, 3 January 2025 (CET).

Interviews will take place between the 20^th and 31^st of January 2025.

Applications with missing documents and/or that do not meet the above-mentioned requirements will NOT be considered.

Due the high number of applications we usually receive, unfortunately we will not be able to reply to all applicants, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Bruegel is committed to ensure equal opportunities and treatment for all, by ensuring that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion, ethnic or national origins, gender, marital status, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, disability or chronic illness.