Project Assistant (f/m/x)

Die Frankfurt School of Finance & Management ist eine von EQUIS, AACSB und AMBA international akkreditierte, forschungsorientierte Business School im Universitätsrang. Für Studierende, Executives, Absolventen, Teilnehmer, Kunden und Partner aus der ganzen Welt bieten wir umfassende Bildungs- und Beratungsleistungen an.

In der Abteilung „IAS“ ist die folgende Position zu besetzen:

• You support in the facilitation of project partnerships in the context of  the application for ISF co-financing , with proactive communication outlining the project partnership formation, project application and resource planning
• Assist the process of communication, coordination and collaboration among project partnership members when preparing a  submission to the ISF by communicating the ISF requirements, gathering data and advising on alignment with the ISF eligibility criteria
• You realize short term missions to contribute to project success (feasibility studies, training assistance or other technical contributions)
• You coordinate the Call for Proposal application process (Concept Note and Full Proposal) for ISF tracking progress and knowledge management with digital storage of relevant documentation
• You support the acquisition process for projects, including the identification of opportunities, preparation of expressions of interest and technical proposals, expert recruitment, and other related activities

• University degree, preferably at Masters’ level, in developmental or international studies or a similar field
• Sufficient relevant working experience, preferable in development banks or other financial organisations with focus on economic development;
• Interest in working in finance sector advisory projects in emerging and developing countries;
• Motivated, dynamic and flexible to work in a multicultural, fast-changing environment
• Experience in offering technical expertise and assistance to partner institutions
• Fluent in Business English and German (verbally and in writing); good knowledge of another language would be an asset
• Commitment to take over responsibility and proactively contribute to business outcomes
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, writing and communication skills, including ability to coordinate activities with several (high level) stakeholders
• Strong analytical and planning skills
• Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
• Professional experience with Excel and PowerPoint, Sharepoint