JOB OFFER / JUNIOR PROJECT MANAGER - CULTURAL HERITAGE

The Network of European Royal Residences (Association des Résidences Royales Européennes)

The Network of European Royal Residences (Association des Résidences Royales Européennes - Association loi 1901) regroups 36 institutions in charge of managing over 100 Palaces located in 13 European countries. Bearing witness to the history and identity of Europe, European Royal Residences are complex and multifaceted places of prestige: originally places of power and representation, they are now museums, open to the public, offering an extremely varied cultural program. This range of activities connecting the past to the present raises some specific issues.

The Network of European Royal Residences is primarily a tool at the service of European palace-museum staff and experts, enabling them to meet and share their experience in the preservation, management and promotion of the rich cultural heritage in their care.

As they come together around various large- and small-scale joint projects, through technical meetings or the organization of common cultural programs and mobility grants, this network, unique in Europe, aims to improve the management and conservation of European Royal Residences that receive more than 42 million visitors every year and promote them across the world.

The International secretariat is placed under the direct authority of the President (also President of the Palace of Versailles) and the international board of directors. The official languages ​​of the Association are French and English.

Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented International junior project manager. As part of the International Secretariat you will support the development and implementation of the annual program and particularly you will be the main contact for the Mobility Grant Project.

In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of the project. In this role, your main tasks will be to:

·       Update the annual calendar procedure, launch calls for applications

·       Manage relationships and requests of participants of the program from all Europe before, during and after their mobility experience (departures, returns, information, etc. Verify and validate winners' reports etc.)

·       Manage relationships with the with host and sending institutions as well as the international steering committee composed by 4 experts from UK, Austria, Poland and Portugal. approximately 3 online meetings per year)

Beside the mobility grants project, you will support the team in the preparation of international events and you might act as main contact for technical meetings. In this frame you will be in charge of the participants follow-up: (registration, information host institution) and for the logistic organization with the host institution (relations with suppliers, partners, service providers (bus, hotel, meeting room equipment, badge production etc.). You will ensure the smooth running of the event on-site.

Profile - What We Are Looking For

Professional Requirements

• Degree in Cultural Management / International relations / Project management / Art History /
• Fluent in French and English, both spoken and written. Please note that most of the work will be in English. Knowledge of any other language is an asset
• First experience in a in a multinational environment in the field of cultural projects / international relations and particularly working cross-functionally with all levels of stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel internationally and work flexible hours around key event dates
• International travel up to 5 times per year, including participation at events in Europe
• Excellent knowledge of the Office PAck Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

Soft skills

• Ability to execute tasks independently and efficiently, highly structured, efficient, and resilient
• Excellent organizational skills, reliability and attention to detail, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Time management skills, knowing how to be flexible and rigorous at the same time
• Experience working cross-functionally with all levels of stakeholders in a fast-paced environment with a calm and flexible approach to handling pressure
• Creative problem solver, resourceful, team player and adaptability to situations and ever-changing demands
• Curiosity and learning ability

More than a role…. We recruit for a being part of an international and multitasking team!

By joining the international secretariat and under the responsibility of the General Coordinator, you will be part of a dynamic and international team where employee flourishing/ development is at the heart of our ambition. Annual training will be an opportunity to improve your skills and, upon your arrival, you will be immersed in the enchanting world of heritage and Palace Museums and you work in a context of excellence.

Within different events you will deal with the highest managers in Europe. Your discretion and attitude will make the difference. In addition, integrating a small team, you will take active part and contribute to the life of the network in all their aspects, you will be ready to do very different kind of tasks (the task list above is not exhaustive).

Conditions and benefits

·       Full time job with possibility of smart working

·       35h per week with Flexible work time schedule - Occasional weekend work based on event timelines

·       2,5 paid leave per months

·       tickets restaurant

·       Mutual health insurance

·       Annual Icom card

·       Trainings

·       Mobile phone

The recruitment process

--> Send your application by email to [email protected]

If your profile matches our search, you will be contacted by for an interview. Along the recruitment process you will meet the International Secretariat General Coordinator and one member of the board of directors.

The process will take place in October for a position to be taken up in November.