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Projects Assistant and Events Coordinator

Executive Solutions Training Ltd, a London-based Training, Coaching and Consultancy company, is recruiting a Projects Assistant and Events Coordinator to focus on Europe. This role has arisen as a result of increasing engagement by ESTL with projects in Europe.
To ensure that the company can meet the ambitious programme, the company is recruiting a Project Assistant for its operations in London.
The role will occasional travel to other EU countries.
Primary responsibilities
  • Working closely with the Managing Director to develop project proposals, work programme and reports for funders.
  • Liaise with country partners in current Grundtvig Partnership Projects
  • Participate in and assist with the process of recruiting learners for study weekends in partner countries.
  • Serve as principal organiser for the study weekend in London to be hosted by ESTL in October 2014
  • Develop and nurture collaborations with partner organisations in Europe for joint applications for projects.
  • Organise the logistics of conference calls and visits by overseas delegates including for CPD programmes, as applicable.
Person spec
  • University graduates preferably in Project Management, Business Management, Communications
  • have experienced of working on time-sensitive assignments and have a 'can do' attitude
  • have worked previously in multicultural settings
  • can adapt to the flexibility needed for work in small teams
  • effective communication skills -written and oral
  • have working knowledge and understanding of EU programmes
  • computer literacy: MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Fluent in English, speaking and writing
Desirable
  • Fluency in at least a second European language
  • Previous experience of working on projects and in organising conferences.
Type of internship: paid
Benefits:
  • Travel to Europe
  • Training for Continued Professional Development
  • Participation in conferences, exhibitions and networking events
How to apply:
Send cv and cover letter to: The HR Manager, Executive Solutions Training Ltd, Email:admin@executive-solutions.co.uk. Indicate 'Projects Assistant' in the subject line.