Job opening: Program Assistant for Sustainability Educational Programs

Program Assistant for Sustainability Educational Programs 


We are enlarging our team and looking for one new colleague to join us at Social Innovation Solutions. We are searching for a Program Assistant with an extended interest in project management, communication, entrepreneurship, or sustainability, and a keen desire to support and uplift the SME sector in Romania. The Program Assistant will work with the Program Manager and Project Coordinator as well as other team members to assist in developing the programs.

We are a team of 15 professionals with diverse backgrounds brought together by the desire to build and support solutions to social, climate, and business challenges. We are looking for new colleagues with whom to further develop conversations about the future, sustainability, and technology, as well as incubators and accelerators for tomorrow's solutions.

Below, you will find all the important information about the open role and responsibilities of Program Assistant for the Transformator and ESG Lab programs.

Position: Full-time. Apply here!
Level of experience: junior to mid
Location: Bucharest (hybrid), office in a central area (near Romana Square), possibility to work from home 2-3 days per week

Start date: September 2024

Program Names: Transformator and ESG Lab

Application deadline: 11 August 2024

The applications are reviewed around the time they are submitted, and the interviews are also conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to submit your application rather sooner than later. 

Why work at Social Innovation Solutions? 

Become a part of our growing team, where opportunities are on the rise. In just four years, we've expanded from a team of 3 to a team of 15, providing an environment that thrives on your professional growth.

We cultivate a culture of individual and professional responsibility, embodying our dedication to honesty and reliability as we consistently deliver on our commitments.

Flexible Hours: Enjoy the flexibility to adjust your work schedule to better suit your needs and lifestyle, promoting a healthy balance.

Inspiring Environment: Work in a dynamic and creative workspace that fosters innovation and encourages your personal and professional growth.

Impactful Work: Be part of a team and projects that make a real difference in the world, contributing to positive change and meaningful societal impact.

Cultural Organization with Mental Health prioritization: be part of an organization that prioritizes mental health and well-being, offering support to help you maintain your balance.

Job Description Customization: have the opportunity to shape and evolve your job description over time, allowing you to grow and adapt your role as your skills and interests develop.

Team activities: 2 team retreats per year: one in a European city (January/February) and one in Romania (in case you will join our team, tentatively book 12-15 Sept)

Program Website: https://program-transformator.org/

About transformator

Transformator is an educational program dedicated to SMEs and NGOs that want to transform their business model into a sustainable one. Through training sessions, sustainability workshops, and mentoring, the program facilitates the development of the necessary skills for implementing sustainable practices in participating organizations. Currently at its fourth edition, the program supported over 60 SMEs and NGOs to become more sustainable in their approach.

About ESG LAB

ESG Lab is a modular educational program designed to enhance the sustainability maturity of SMEs and support them in creating actionable transition plans to become greener. The program aims to provide a transformative journey and equip SMEs with the insights and tools needed for sustainable growth in today's ESG-focused world.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills. (ex. Developing strong relationships with national and international partners, creating timelines, and delivering tasks promptly) in English and Romanian. Knowledge of other languages is a plus.

  • Strong interest in entrepreneurship & project management, or sustainability is a plus. 

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities.

  • An analytical mind, with a strong understanding of processes and efficiency in achieving targets, improving existing data or other types of processes. 

  • Work experience for at least 1 year in a startup, incubator, or small business environment is a plus.

  • Monitoring and automatization skills

  • Time management & Organizational Skills

  • Basic graphic design skills - Canva, Powerpoint

  • Copywriting skills 

  • Website updates 

  • If you have a social media interest, would be a great plus

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative support: Provide general administrative support to the team, which includes scheduling appointments, managing emails and phone calls, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and documents.

Coordination: Assist with the coordination and planning of events, filming sessions, and workshops for the program. Tasks include sourcing speakers, coordinating logistics, and managing registration and attendance.

Tracking, analyzing, and reporting: Assist in tracking and reporting key metrics and progress of the program to ensure objectives are met. (ex. Weekly reports on specific details about the digital platform, and weekly meetings with the team.

Come join us in building a sustainable future by empowering entrepreneurs and SMEs to be the change-makers of tomorrow!

Apply here!

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