PICUM (Platform for International Cooperation on Undocumented Migrants)
is looking for a full time director to head its office in Brussels, preferably
to start by 15 December.
The main task of the director is to maintain and develop
PICUMÕs role as a leading organisation regarding the protection of human
rights of undocumented migrants in Europe, based on PICUMÕs mission statement.
Other key tasks include:
- Managing the secretariat, which
entails leading the other PICUM staff and being responsible for financial
management - Overall responsibility for
fundraising activities - Representing PICUM at national
and international fora - Developing and coordinating
projects |
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University degree in a relevant field, or equivalent by
experience
Experience
in:
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Working in the field of social policy and migration
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Developing, coordinating and executing projects
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Financial management
Skills
and Expertise:
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Knowledge of issues regarding migrants/ social exclusion
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Knowledge of human rights framework
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General knowledge of policy making frameworks in Europe
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Good
communication skills
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Proven
organisational skills
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Able to work independently
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Proficiency, both oral and in writing, in English
(knowledge of other EU-languages is desirable)
The appointment is on a full time basis, in a contract with unlimited
duration. Gross salary is defined according to the wage scales of the Flemish
integration sector, starting from 2427,09 Euro gross (for 0 years seniority).
Our organisation
PICUM, the Platform for
International Cooperation on Undocumented Migrants, is a non-governmental
organization that aims to promote the respect for basic social rights of
undocumented migrants. PICUM seeks to achieve this aim by providing its members
and other interested parties with expertise, advice and support, by
strengthening networking amongst organizations dealing with undocumented
migrants in Europe, and by formulating recommendations for improving the legal
and social position of these migrants, in accordance with national
constitutions and international treaties.
Practical information:
Please send a cover
letter and CV in English by 23 October 2005 to the following
e-mail address: administration@picum.org.
Please do not send applications by post. Interviews with selected
candidates will take place on 7 November, in Brussels. More information
about PICUM can be found on www.picum.org.