GARI TRAINEESHIPS 2021
"Thank you so much for your help and mentoring. I am really inspired by your working style, and this experience at GARI will definitely contribute to my future path."
COVID19: GARI is still accepting trainees and allowing remote traineeships in most positions. All traineeships will be remote until it is possible .
APPLY: Trainees have the opportunity to combine positions, tasks and areas of work rather than only do a single position in their traineeship! Please mention the sort of areas you're interested in working on in your motivation letter and how you're fit for those tasks.
GARI TRAINEESHIP
The Global Arena Research Institute is proud to provide professional traineeships to talented individuals worldwide. We uniquely give responsibility to our trainees on a professional level and separate ourselves from classic internships that do not trust their interns with serious tasks and responsibilities. We aim to provide an experience at a completely professional and advanced level. Our traineeships are coveted and competitive and our selection process reflects that.
Areas of work:
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Marketing, Communication & PR: social media, website editing, newsletter, email campaigns, podcast promotion, report promotion & design
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Partnerships & Outreach: research, reach out to and manage major partners and sponsors for the Next 100 Symposium, the ReDefine Next 100 global youth program and other activities and projects
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Grants: research, inquiry, grant writing
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Events: communication, management, logistics
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Project management: communication, management, logistics for projects like the GARI podcast, ReDefine Next 100 global youth programme, Next 100 Symposium, and other projects.
Who we are looking for?
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leader, team player
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own incentive, drive and motivation
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passionate about globalisation and interdisciplinarity (intersecting politics, business, technology, academics, research, etc)
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previous communication experience - social media, high-level professional emails, voice communication and in-person meetings
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someone who has attention to detail, over-prepares and is very organised
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experience in drafting proposals and professional emails, experience with business decks is welcome
Skills:
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Google Drive
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Spreadsheet
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Professional English writing
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Communication and social skills - networking
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Grant writing is very welcome
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Graphic design skills are welcome
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Interactive presentation skills
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Multimedia (animation, video etc)
What specific skill can you contribute with? Let us know!
Please read about our projects and events
http://www.globari.org/services
https://www.next100symposium.org
https://www.next100symposium.org/redefine-n100
Process
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Please send us your CV and motivation letter outlining your experience and interest in our traineeship programme. Please include your desired start date (e.g. August), your desired number of months (e.g. 6 months) and the number of hours you'd like to do the traineeship per week (e.g. 30 hours per week, full time, etc.) Please also indicate if you'd like to conduct your traineeship in Prague, remotely (online) or in hybrid form (you may come to Prague for a bit).
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You will be asked to fill out a form outlining your past experience and skill as well as the skills and work you'd like to explore and learn
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After an initial evaluation, you may be selected for an interview
Send CV & Cover Letter & traineeship details to:
career@globari.org
Subject: GARI Traineeship Application
Researcher
The GARI researcher position is a fluid role that involves furthering GARI’s central research projects as well as aiding in the day-to-day functions of the Institute. Researchers’ tasks include a diverse set of responsibilities including both traditional academic and marketing research on subjects including historical, economic, and political events, as well as trade flows, energy, and technological innovation. Research may also include quantitative data collection and analysis. Data sourced from online databases and publicly available reports from private corporations and international organizations are also utilized in GARI’s projects.
Whom we want to take on:
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Individuals interested in cross-disciplinary topics (international affairs, globalisation, technology, security, economics)
Responsibilities and duties will include:
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Doing qualitative as well as quantitative research on GARI related topics and projects
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Creating Next 100 programme area portfolios (Politics, Society, Defence, Energy, Science, Technology and more)
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Curating questions, scenarios and topic points for each programme area
Qualifications
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Masters or PhD level, we will accept Bachelor level if the candidate is exceptional
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Areas of Technology, Science, Research, EU policy, Politics, International Relations, Globalisation, Geopolitics
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A strong sense of cross-disciplinarity, interest & knowledge in multiple fields
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Experience in research (academic, scientific, methodology, referencing, analysis)
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Interest in GARI subjects and topics
Skills:
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Strong command of the English language
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Communication: professional verbal and written communication
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Time Management: meet assignment deadlines and produce results
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Adaptability: willingness to learn and adapt in various sectors of the organisation
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Initiative: someone who doesn’t have to wait to receive direction for every task, and who’s willing to assist others
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Receptiveness: ability to learn from mistakes and to address any weaknesses or shortcomings
CV & Cover Letter to:
career@globari.org
Subject: Portfolio Builder/Researcher for Next 100 Symposium
DATA RESEARCHER/DATA MINER
GARI is looking for someone energetic and confident that will research and gather available data on international flows, create a robust database, identify trends and correlate these trends with each other and with significant developments in these countries.
Criteria
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Positions are remote
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Masters or PhD level, we will accept Bachelor level if the candidate is exceptional
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Academic or work experience in data mining, data source identification and data analysis
Skills & Task
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Administrative help
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Data mining
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Data source identification
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Data Analysis
Awareness of complex skills:
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OLAP understanding
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data warehouse design and implementation (e.g., Microsoft Analysis Services, Azure SQL data warehouse cloud)
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ETL skills
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API querying skills
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SQL knowledge
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basic Linux knowledge
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Bash scripting
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R or Python skills
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Import process debugging skills
Process
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Please send us your CV and motivation letter demonstrating your interest in the subjects described and experience in researching, data mining, source identification, analysis, etc.
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After an initial evaluation, we will give the candidate a topic area (such as energy) and ask them to identify data sources and describe the weaknesses and strengths of the sources they have identified.
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The third stage of evaluation is an online video interview.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR INTEREST
SEND YOUR CV AND COVER LETTER TO career@globari.org
Subject: Research & Data Application
PARTNERSHIPS & OUTREACH
The Global Arena Research Institute has been establishing an international research consortium and network which includes the LSE, John Hopkins', and others. GARI has established partnerships with Microsoft, Visegrad Insight, IntuView, CERN, and other institutions for the Next 100 Symposium. Our young leader programme ReDefine Next 100 partnered with the German Embassy in Prague, DOX, the Goethe Institute, CIEE, and others in 2018.
-- whom will you confirm for 2020/21? --
Responsibilities:
GARI is looking for someone energetic and confident that will research, reach out to and manage major partners and sponsors for the Next 100 Symposium, the ReDefine Next 100 global youth program and other activities and projects of the Global Arena Research Institute.
Tasks:
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research potential partners and sponsors
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contact and reach out to them
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communication with partners and sponsors
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logistical and administrative coordination for partner requests and arrangements
Who we are looking for?
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leader, team player
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own incentive, drive and motivation
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passionate about globalisation and interdisciplinarity (intersecting politics, business, technology, academics, research, etc)
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previous communication experience - high-level professional emails, voice communication and in-person meetings
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someone who has attention to detail, over-prepares and is very organised
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comfortable dealing with high-level people and institutions
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experience in drafting proposals and professional emails, experience with business decks is welcome
Skills:
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Google Drive
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Spreadsheet
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Very good professional English writing
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Communication and social skills - networking
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Grant writing is very welcome
Please read about the event and program we want a partnership coordinator for, before applying.
https://www.next100symposium.org
https://www.next100symposium.org/redefine-n100
Process
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Please send us your CV and motivation letter outlining your experience and interest in this position/programme
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After the initial evaluation, there will be a series of online video interviews.
Communications | Digital Marketing | PR
Responsibilities and duties concerning PR and communications:
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Create and implement online campaigns (SEO, Google Adwords, social media…) for GARI, N100 and ReDefine
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Learning about best practices and tips of campaigns & newsletters
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Creating, updating upon reports, and sending Wix campaigns
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Updating and managing contact lists
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Monitor web and social media analytics to identify viable ideas and trends
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Create engaging social media content
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Assist in the general distribution of press releases and media alerts
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Updating web content and GARI/N100 Bulletin (Newsletter)
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Learning about best practices and tips of newsletters
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Managing MailChimp
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Other tasks depending on the needs
Research and outreach with potential speakers, partners and media/press in relation to GARI work and events.
Responsibilities and duties concerning N100 partners & speakers:
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Researching international fundraising and partnership opportunities for GARI;
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research potential partners and sponsors and speakers
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communication with partners and sponsors and speakers - invitations and maintenance
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logistical and administrative coordination for partner requests and arrangements
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Outreach to create partnerships with media, universities, companies and potential conference speakers
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Media partnerships and getting GARI and N100 mentioned in the media, as well as offering interviews with GARI representatives
This traineeship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the creation of the Next 100 Symposium communications plan. N100 brings together the most progressive minds in the technological and computing fields with influential social scientists and thinkers to discuss rising challenges to the global order. In doing so, it will launch a dialogue on all levels about how to use innovative computing capabilities to address challenges being dealt with in the social scientific sphere. GARI will also be hosting the ReDefine Next 100 global youth programme, where 28 inspiring young individuals from all over the world combine the social sciences and technology & innovation and create the projects of the future.
Qualifications:
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Educational background in Digital Marketing, Communications, or other relevant fields of study
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Prior experience in event communications/marketing/social media
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Strong knowledge of working with Excel, Google Drive and its Documents is required
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An interest in technology and social sciences (politics, the economy, globalisation) is a big plus
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Skills in website editing in Wix and basic graphic design would be an asset
Skills:
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Communication: excellent verbal and written communication, copy-editing, and proofreading skills
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Time Management: meet assignment deadlines and produce results
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Adaptability: willingness to learn and adapt in various sectors of the organisation
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Initiative: someone who doesn’t have to wait to receive direction for every task, and who’s willing to assist others with their work
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Receptiveness: the ability to learn from mistakes and to address any weaknesses or shortcomings
Next 100 Symposium: https://www.next100symposium.org
Process
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Please send us your CV and motivation letter outlining your experience and interest in this position/programme
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After the initial evaluation, there will be a series of online video interviews.
Event Coordination
Projects to work on:
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Next 100 Symposium
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“mini” N100 events abroad (Geneva, Munich, Vienna)
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Youth program: ReDefine Next 100 programme management
Responsibilities and duties will include:
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Event planning, design and production while managing all project delivery elements within time limits
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Liaise with partners to identify their needs and to ensure customer satisfaction
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Conduct market research, gather information and negotiate partnerships prior to closing any deals
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Provide feedback and periodic reports to supervisors
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Propose ideas to improve event quality
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Organize facilities and manage all event’s details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc
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Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations
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Specify staff requirements and coordinate their activities
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Cooperate with marketing and PR to promote and publicize the event
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Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day
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Conduct pre- and post-event evaluations and report on outcomes
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Research market, identify event opportunities and generate interest
Qualifications & Skills:
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Proven experience as an events coordinator
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Excellent time management and communication skills
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Sales skills and ability to build productive relationships
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Ability to manage multiple projects independently
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BS in Event Management or related field
Additional Skills:
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Strong command of the English language
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Communication: professional verbal and written communication
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Time Management: meet assignment deadlines and produce results
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Adaptability: willingness to learn and adapt in various sectors of the organisation
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Initiative: someone who doesn’t have to wait to receive direction for every task, and who’s willing to assist others with their work
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Receptiveness: the ability to learn from mistakes and to address any weaknesses or shortcomings
Graphic Design
Projects to work on:
Next 100 Symposium, GARI's research project: V4 CARE ARSEC, Smaller events throughout the year,
Youth program: ReDefine Next 100
Responsibilities and duties will include:
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Design event brochures and programs. This will include pre-event, event and post-event materials.
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Create attractive and compelling pitch decks and leave-behind materials for meetings
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Design and produce collateral pieces: social media, email marketing, and more
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Create visual web content
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Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
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Pursuing a degree in communication design, graphic design, or other applicable fields of study
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Software proficiency in and access to Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft Office
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Must present a portfolio that demonstrates graphic design capabilities
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Prior experience in graphic design
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Strong knowledge of working with Google Drive and its Documents is required (can be taught)
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An interest in technology and social science would be a plus
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Skills in website editing in Wix would be a plus
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Knowledge of both print production and digital output
Skills:
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Communication: professional verbal and written communication
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Time Management: meet assignment deadlines and produce results
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Adaptability: willingness to learn and adapt in various sectors of the organisation
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Initiative: someone who doesn’t have to wait to receive direction for every task, and who’s willing to assist others with their work
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Receptiveness: the ability to learn from mistakes and to address any weaknesses or shortcoming
REDEFINE NEXT 100 COORDINATOR
ReDefine Next 100 brings together international leaders under 35 from diverse fields including humanities, social sciences, engineering, medicine, computing science, art and the natural sciences. Together they pick an area/topic (e.g. sustainable urbanism, green Europe, European Integration, Trans-Atlantic research & innovation platform/exchange) and combine their expertise.
They then imagine (realistically and based on rigorous research) the most ideal manifestation of this 5-15 years from now, the then create the roadmap, timeline, and action plan for this to become so. This will include research methodology, scenario building, variables of each field affecting that manifestation throughout the timeline, identifying key stakeholders, their role, most likely action and again, variables that may affect the roadmap and timeline, budget for initial planning including meetings, working groups, and milestone action plans/deliverables, whom do they need to get involved and how does each sector need to adapt, transform, and behave.
The ReDefine N100 groups present their vision, roadmap and action plan at the Next 100 Symposium in front of the stakeholders that have the power to follow it.
The ReDefine N100 Coordinator manages the programme.
Criteria
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Experience in project leadership, team leadership and administration is required
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Must have a drive and be self-motivated as the candidate will be leading this GARI project
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We are looking for someone who will dedicate a minimum of 20 hours a week to full-time.
Tasks
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ReDefine N100 Alumni framework and network coordination
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Partner and sponsor outreach and maintenance
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ReDefine N100 global call for applications coordination
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Logistical and programme preparation for ReDefine N100 programme weeks including seminars, workshops, team building, and social events
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Co-devise the programme topics and areas of learning
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Outreach and maintenance to mentors, workshop leaders and programme partners
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Caretaking of the young leaders throughout the planning and activity stages including while in Prague
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Administrative tasks such as travel, accommodation, venue and catering booking and arrangement
Skills
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Experience in project leadership, team leadership and administration is required
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Communication and social skills - networking
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Coordination and logistics skills
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Multi-tasking, independence and organisational skills
Process
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Please send us your CV and motivation letter outlining your experience and interest in this position/programme
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After the initial evaluation, there will be a series of online video interviews.
GARI's Podcast: Last Week on Earth is looking for researchers, writers, editors and marketing officers!
GLOBAL CALL FOR RESEARCHERS AND PRODUCERS FOR GARI’S BI-WEEKLY PODCAST ON THE INTERSECTION OF TECHNOLOGY & SOCIAL TOPICS
The Global Arena Research Institue is looking for motivated and knowledgeable students and researchers who want to stay up-to-date on developments in the realms of research, innovation, technology & the social sciences (politics, the economy, finance, development, business and more) from around the world and produce our very own podcast.
Research & Articles like:
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The state of research and innovation in Europe
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Latest trends in emerging technologies and how politics can keep up
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Suggestions for a progressive way forward
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Technology & Social Sciences jokes
Responsibilities
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Podcast research
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Researching new topics and areas, recent news stories and anything the podcast host instructs
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Research possible guests for the podcast, and prepare material and interview/dialogue content
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Editing, putting together the pieces, fact checking/editing the writing and balancing the topics and areas of review
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Podcast production
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Basic coordination, scheduling and podcast preparation
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Arranging the logistics for interviews if that is the content (platform, recording, sound, audio archive management)
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Transcribing the podcast and producing it as a blog post on the website and connecting the blog and podcast
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Uploading to podcast host, description, tags, publishing
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Possible editing at a later stage in the traineeship
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Podcast Marketing & Promotion
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Managing promotion and marketing of the podcast across all channels and platforms
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Creating promotional material for the podcast
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Including podcast info in the newsletter
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Creating, updating, and sending campaigns in addition to updating contact lists
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Researching other podcasts of interest to GARI and reaching out for collaboration
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Criteria
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Masters or PhD level, we will accept Bachelor level if the candidate is exceptional
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Areas of Technology, Science, Research, EU policy, Politics, International Relations, Globalisation, Geopolitics
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A strong sense of cross-disciplinarity, interest & knowledge in multiple fields
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We are looking for someone who will dedicate a minimum of 15 hours a week for research and writing - ideally full time traineeship
Skills
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Ability to research and effectively evaluate/summarize news sources
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Professional English writing
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Communication and social skills - networking
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Understanding professional and expert text
Process
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Please send us your CV and motivation letter demonstrating your interest in the subjects described and experience in researching, writing, editing, etc. We will strongly favour candidates with a prior interest in both subjects of technology and social sciences.
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After an initial evaluation, we will ask the candidate to write a piece on a given subject with instructions.
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The third stage of evaluation is an online video interview.