
Prospex Institute is hiring!
SUPPORTING RESEARCHER
SUPPORTING RESEARCHER​
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CLOSED - Open invitation to apply for current job opening at Prospex Institute vzw
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Fulltime entry-level position in Berlin
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Starting position, 6-months contract; minimum: Master’s Degree
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Starting date: 1 July 2022
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FOCUS
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Prospex Institute searches for supporting researchers for its stakeholder engagement work in a variety of international projects in research and other fields, such as (indicative and not limited to) EXCESS, DECIDE, BIOPLASTICS EUROPE, CIMPA, ABSOLEU, etc. The new colleague will join our multi-national team in Berlin (Germany).
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WE ARE
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A highly professional, internationally recognised and growing non-for-profit organization
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Contributing to key topics with society – for society
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With a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team in different locations in Europe
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Working with top level partners across Europe and beyond
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Headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, with teams in Berlin and Ljubljana and with an international network and reach
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More at www.prospex-institute.org
YOUR PROFILE
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Degree, expertise
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An adequate academic qualification (minimum: Master’s degree) in a relevant field
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Knowledge in the area of stakeholder dialogue, participatory, co-creative processes
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Experience, interests
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First professional experience in internship an asset – yet not required
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Interested in dialogue processes and engagement of citizens and stakeholders, also in advanced content, research and technical fields
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Interested in a variety of areas and topics including sustainability, research and innovation, energy, health and others
Skills and attitudes
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Very good organizational skills
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Very good skills for research, writing and reporting, content development in diverse electronic and other forms
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Proficiency in handling digital tools
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Aptitude to support short- and long-term consultancy projects
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A team player and able to work independently
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Open-minded, professional, pro-active, respectful and user-friendly attitude
Language, location & travel
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Languages: for all locations an excellent native or near native command of English
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Additionally for Berlin: a very good command of German (B2); additional languages an important asset
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Familiar with the context and environment in the location in question
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Willing to travel frequently, also internationally, between 1 day and several days per month (COVID-19 situation allowing)
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TASKS
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Support stakeholder engagement, dialogue and related processes, such as interviews, in-person, hybrid or online events and tools, also logistically
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Support junior and other consultants through research
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Help draft written reports and documents in flawless English and, as applicable, in other languages
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Support stakeholder mapping, identifying stakeholder groups mindful of concerns regarding diversity and inclusivity
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Support documentation of projects, and the preparation of presentations
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Support coordination of projects and execute a variety of stakeholder engagement assignments under the supervision of a more senior consultant and in close collaboration with other team members
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As applicable: participation in project meetings and events across Europe (COVID-19 situation allowing)
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WE OFFER
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The opportunity for meaningful contribution to addressing society’s challenges
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Inclusion in international, high-level projects
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A salary package in line with this starting position
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Opportunities to participate in the development of a fast-growing organization
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An innovative, inspiring, and positive work environment with an open team culture
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A combination of content- and engagement-oriented work and of team- and self-guided work
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ARE YOU INTERESTED?
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Then please fill in your application in English in the online form below.
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IMPORTANT
Your application needs to be complete and include:
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Your motivation letter (one-page letter)
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Your updated CV (complete with biographical data)
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Copies of diplomas and certificates
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Relevant requests
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At least 1 reference with contact details
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Examples of your work as appropriate
In case of questions, please contact us via beatrice.bellavia[at]prospex-institute.org
We look forward to hearing from you!

Our Mission
Decisions for society need to be taken in consultation & participation with those affected by it.
Prospex Institute helps to make this happen. We promote the participation of citizens & stakeholders in dialogue & decision-making processes of relevance for society.
