→ Apply before 01/06/2025 (DD/MM/YYYY) 23:59 (Brussels Time)
→ Faculty of Political and Social Sciences
→ Department: PS05 - Conflict- en Ontwikkelingsstudies
→ Occupancy rate:100%
→ Number of positions: 1
→ Type of employment: Contract of limited duration
→ Term of assignment: 1 year (extendable by one year subject to a positive evaluation)
→ Wage scale: WM1 to WM4 (master degree)
→ Required diploma:Master
ABOUT GHENT UNIVERSITY
Ghent University is a world of its own. Employing more than 15,000 people, it is actively involved in education and research, management and administration, as well as technical and social service provision on a daily basis. It is one of the largest, most exciting employers in the area and offers great career opportunities. With its 11 faculties and more than 80 departments offering state-of-the-art study programmes grounded in research in a wide range of academic fields, Ghent University is a logical choice for its staff and students.
YOUR TASKS
- Conduct research on topics related to conflict, civil war, fragility and resilience in the Sahel region.
- Translate documents between English and French.
- Provide organizational support for the research project, including identifying and booking suitable venues for hybrid events.
- Manage the LinkedIn profile and offer social media support for project activities.
- Oversee the program’s website, organizing and publishing materials effectively.
- Initiate and coordinate logistical arrangements for events, including for invited external speakers.
- Liaise with partner universities, donor organizations, and relevant ministerial departments involved in the project.
- Organize and oversee consultation events.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Master’s degree in political science, conflict and development studies, international relations, or a related field.
- Proficient in written and spoken English and French.
- Previous experience in project coordination and stakeholder engagement.
- Knowledge of socio-political dynamics in the Sahel and Great Lakes regions is an asset.
- Experience in donor relations.
- Developed research skills, previous experience with research-related jobs is an asset.
- Proven organizational skills.
- Stress-resistant; ability to cope in a mature way with unexpected situations.
- Familiarity with WordPress and social media management.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We offer you a contract of definite duration for the period of one year, extendable by one year subject to a positive evaluation.
- Your contract will start on 1/09/2025 at the earliest.
- Your remuneration will be determined by salary scale WM1 to WM4 (if you hold a Master’s degree) or salary scale PD1 to PD4 (if you hold a doctorate). Click here for more information about our salary scales.
- All Ghent University staff members enjoy a number of benefits, such as a wide range of training and education opportunities, 36 days of holiday leave (on an annual basis for a full-time job) supplemented by annual fixed bridge days, bicycle allowance and eco vouchers. Click here for a complete overview of all the staff benefits.
INTERESTED?
Apply online through the e-recruitment system before the application deadline (see above). We do not accept late applications or applications that are not submitted through the online system.
Your application must include the following documents:
- In the field ‘CV’: your CV and a transcript of your academic record (merged into one pdf file)
- In the field ‘Cover letter’: your application letter in pdf format
- In the field ‘Diploma’: a transcript of the required degree (if already in your possession). If you have a foreign diploma in a language other than our national languages (Dutch, French or German) or English, please add a translation in one of the mentioned languages.
Note that the maximum file size for each field is 10 MB.
As Ghent University maintains an equal opportunities and diversity policy, everyone is encouraged to apply for this position.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Prof. Koen Vlassenroot ([email protected]) +32(0)9/264 69 15). Important: do NOT send your application by email, but apply online.
Do you have a question regarding the online application process? Please read the FAQ or contact us via [email protected] or +32 9 264 34 36
