Starting date: Immediately
Application deadline: May 10, 2015
The Department of Political Science at Central European University, Budapest announces a search for Program Coordinator.
The position can be full or part time depending on the selected candidate.
The Program Coordinator is responsible for:
• Administration of the department’s different teaching programs;
• Providing high level administrative support to faculty, students, and departmental guests;
• Coordinating the department's activities;
• Liaison with departmental contacts within and outside of the university;
• Answering general enquiries or redirecting them to the responsible officer or faculty member;
• Preparing and organizing departmental events (seminars, colloquia, social events);
• Maintaining and updating databases and various systems of departmental data;
• Assisting the procurement and financial processes of the department;
• Maintaining the departmental website;
• Handling day-to-day technical problems;
• Compiling reports and evaluations.
The ideal candidate must have:
• At least 2 years previous administrative experience in an educational institution;
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English and Hungarian;
• Excellent organizational and reporting skills;
• High level computer literacy and advanced / expert knowledge of the MS Office suite;
• Strong interest in and ability of working with students in an international environment;
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a team;
• Ability to complete different tasks in a timely manner;
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and take the initiative;
• Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines;
• Ability to understand and learn new tasks quickly;
• A precise, proactive and efficient attitude and work ethic;
• Multicultural orientation and open-mindedness.
The ideal candidate should have:
• Structured and flexible way of thinking aimed at problem-solving;
• Mastery of databases and web-search platforms;
• Web design skills;
• Experience with financial and budgeting processes;
• Experience with project administration and coordination;
• Knowledge of SAP.
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience. CEU does offer a competitive salary, as well as a dynamic and international working environment.
The initial contract is for one year with a possibility of renewal.