Schüler Helfen Leben (SHL) is a German non-governmental organization supporting youth projects in Western Balkans since 1992. With education as core of our programs, our mission is to empower youth to become active and aware citizens in a society of equal standards for all. In 20 years of existence, SHL developed as a youth foundation dedicated to supporting youth engagement through numerous activities - education, funding, mobility, and capacity building. Our work is tailored to the needs of youth, and the diverse array of activities contribute to youth engagement on several points. For more information, please visit our website www.shl.ba.    

SHL is looking for a highly motivated 

Assistant Manager

Responsibilities: 

• Assist the manager in organizing, planning, and implementing the annual work plan 
• Organizing, planning, implementing and evaluating internal meetings
• Coordinate working operations
• Ensure schedules and objectives are met
• Monitor operating costs, budgets, and resources
• Communicate with third parties and evaluate their needs and specifications
• Create reports, analyze and interpret data 
• Administration of recruitment processes as well as trainings & staff development
• Secure adherence to organization policies and guidelines

Requirements: 

• Minimum of two years’ experience as assistant manager or similar position (preferred in NGO sector)  
• The ability to simultaneously work on multiple projects/tasks
• Ability and willingness to work with young people 
• Experience in recruiting and performing evaluations is an asset
• Familiar with financial service principles and practices
• Knowledge of data analysis procedures
• Proficient user of MS Office
• Analytical mind with good organization skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Problem-solving skills 
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel
• Interest and ability to work in a multi-national/ethnic environment
• Knowledge of both spoken and written English or German language (minimum B2) 
• The position is based on a 40-hour working week and can be filled asap. 

Please e-mail your written application in a form of pdf document in English, no later than February 8th, 2017 with the subject “Assistant Manager” (Ova adresa el. pošte je zaštićena od spambotova. Omogućite JavaScript da biste je vidjeli.). The application should contain letter of motivation (max. 1 page), curriculum vitae including a photo, two letters of recommendation and copies of school/ university certificates. 

Short-listed candidates will be contacted soon after the deadline.