The Representation of the European Commission in the Czech Republic

seeks a full time

European Public Space and Communication Project Manager

Contract agent Function Group IV

(maximum duration 2 years)

Expected starting date:

January 2009

Basic Function:

The successful candidate will be responsible for management of the European Public Space, communication project management and the provision of information to the general public.

Duties/responsibilities:

* Management of the European Public Space and organisation of activities related to the EPS in cooperation with the European Parliament Information Office

* Provision of information to the general public relating to the communication activities of the Representation

* Provision of presentations to the general public relating to the Commission's communication priorities and other communication activities of the Representation

* Ensuring the follow-up of project implementation, the performance of project partners, monitoring contractual obligations, gathering and handling external expertise

* Assisting in the launching and managing of calls for proposals, evaluation and selection of projects

* Negotiating technical and financial aspects of agreements linked to the preparation and implementation of projects

* Dealing with horizontal activities, concertation and networking aspects of communication programmes and projects

* Reporting of major national and regional events dealing with communication projects

* Preparation of materials, briefings and speeches for the Head of Representation, as requested

* Analysis and assessment of the results and impact of communication programmes and projects, providing feedback, making suggestions for modifications

* Participation in the coordination of activities with external organisations in order to ensure the success of projects on information and strategic approaches adopted

* Assistance in the preparation of calls for proposals and participation in the selection process

* Evaluation of outcomes and monitoring of expenditure

* Provision of editorial support to the Representation's publications

Candidate for this post should:

* have a level of university education of at least three years attested by a diploma and appropriate professional experience of at least one year

* be a native Czech speaker, fluent in English – knowledge of French would be an advantage

* be a citizen of an EU member state

* have experience in communications or journalism or public relations

* have outstanding communication, presenting and drafting skills

* be able to work under pressure and tight deadlines

* be computer literate

Grade and duration:

The successful candidate will be employed full time, as contractual agent (Function Group IV) for a  maximum of 2 years.

Applications:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs with a letter of interest (maximum one A4 page), indicating the post they are applying for on the envelope, to:

The Personnel Officer

Representation of the European Commission in the Czech Republic

Jungmannova 24

P.O.Box 811, 111 21  Prague 1

            or alternatively in electronic form indicating the post they are applying for in the email subject, to: kate.szabo@ec.europa.eu

Deadline for applications:

            01/12/2008