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SmartUp – Social Innovation Lab is a non-governmental organisation working to address and solve social challenges in the fields of education, public sector innovation, and climate change. Through its innovative approach as well as its passion and dedication, the SmartUp team works daily to create a better, different, and improved world. Composed of young, ambitious, and motivated collaborators, the team is always open to new dreamers and professionals who want to work in a pleasant and challenging work environment and who aim to create positive change for their surroundings and society through their work.
According to the needs of the organisation, SmartUp announces a vacancy to expand its team, specifically for the employment of: Project Assistant
What will be the responsibilities of the project assistant?
- Preparation and collection of applications, preparation of contracts for external and internal collaborators and consultants
- Administrative verification of all incoming and outgoing invoices, execution of payments and disbursements
- Verification and monitoring of the delivery and collection of monthly/daily reports on completed work
- Managing the procurement process (collecting offers, delivery, communication with relevant parties)
- Logistical support for project activities
- Preparation of payment documentation
- Responsible collection of all documentation related to projects, as well as forwarding it to the end user
- Preparation of all administrative documentation
- Regular communication with the entire team, as well as external collaborators and consultants
- Direct cooperation with the project team and support in the implementation of project activities
What are the required skills and qualifications?
- Minimum two (2) years of work experience in the same or similar position
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office suite as well as Google Drive, Outlook
- Ability to plan, organize, and execute activities within short deadlines
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Professional attitude towards all involved parties
- Holding a higher education diploma will be considered an advantage
Logistical information related to the job engagement:
- The person is expected to start work from February 1, 2024, for a period of 12 months, with the possibility of extension
- Initially, an employment contract is made for a duration of 3 months, considered a probationary period
- Starting salary of 30,000 denars net (gradual salary increase is planned depending on interest and engagement)
- The engagement is concluded through an Employment Contract
- Weekly working hours are Monday to Friday, 8 working hours per day, with daily record-keeping of completed tasks
The application deadline is January 10, 2024. Please submit your Resume (CV) and motivation letter in English in the application form. Applications are submitted electronically on the portal: https://innovationlab.zohorecruit.com/careers or via email at info@innovationlab.mk.
The interview process will take place from January 15 to 18. Only selected candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview.
