GOPA PACE is a private organisation based in Brussels since 1991 and member of the GOPA group, one of the world’s leading development consultancies. GOPA PACE develops projects to support democratisation, human rights and governance in over a 100 countries. The GOPA PACE’s teams are a group of highly driven professional dedicated to achieving the greatest impact through our projects across geographies.
A JOB THAT INSPIRES YOU
Job Purpose In order to contribute to its international expansion, GOPA PACE is seeking for one Event Manager to join our office in Romania.
Key responsibilities Event Manager tasks will include:
Management of projects: monitoring of the activities, liaison with the experts, mobilization of short-term expertise, administrative management etc.;
Contact and negotiate with suppliers for different activities of the projects, such as conference/seminar/workshops;
Participate in the overall organization of communication events in different fields of expertise;
Researching and expanding our network of local partners and experts;
Participating in the development of creative and efficient project management and event organisation;
Preparing the events concept and organization planning, in accordance with the client’s requirements;
Designing the budget and presenting the price offer to the client;
Solving the technical needs of the event, designing and managing auxiliary services;
Elaborating strategic planning and event organizer and ensures the smooth running of all events;
Management of venues: identifying, selecting and establishing the location;
On-site assistance/ coordination of the events;
Maintaining the relationship with the client before, during and after the event;
Ensuring the smooth running of the events;
Updating and improving company databases.
A BACKGROUND THAT CONVINCES US
Qualifications and profile
At least 5 years of experience in conceptualising & organising events;
Ability to set goals and a determination to achieve them;
Ability to interact with people and establish good relationships;
Perfect oral and writing skills in English & Romanian;
Capacity to work within a team;
Capacity for independent decision-making and taking initiative;
Computer skills MS Office (Excel Word Power Point), Internet, and database;
Dynamic, good capacity of relationship and interaction with people high level of commitment and integrity.
AN ENVIRONMENT THAT MOTIVATES YOU
What we offer
Fixed-term contract, until December 2027
Very good work atmosphere and company culture;
High level of responsibilities integrated within a highly horizontal management style;
Opportunity to join a very motivated and professional team ;
Exposure to a variety of interesting projects within a company with long-standing experience in working for EU Institutions all over the world;
Private medical coverage and annual performance bonus.
Your career is more than a job. As a member of our global team, you will be involved in projects that impact the future for communities around the world. You will be empowered in a dynamic and diverse environment that maximizes your skills and encourages new ideas. We feel ourselves accountable for learning from experience and it’s our mix of integrity and ambition to contribute to a better tomorrow that makes us such a special place to work.
Implementing diverse projects in transition and developing countries and thus contributing to a „better tomorrow“ is our business. We, GOPA Consulting Group, are one of the leading consulting companies in the field of International Cooperation. For more than 50 years we are successfully implementing projects on behalf of national and international institutions, as for example the GIZ, KfW and EU. Topics are manifold and range, among others, from the improvement of education for the young, over measures of climate change adaptation to projects in health and infrastructure.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, age, ethnic origin, disability, or any other protected group in the locations where we work. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and GOPA project policies, procedures, values all the time and in all in-country venues.
