23 Nov 2018

NOVA ISKRA announces the open call for the position of Manager of International Cooperation

Nova Iskra, in line with the increased volume of activities on the international level, continues to extend its team.

We are looking for an experienced, multifaceted and capable project manager who has the capacities to lead the entire department of international cooperation within Nova Iskra, with a focus on EU projects and partnerships, as well as fundraising of non-profit projects.

Within this field of activity of Nova Iskra, a number of projects are under way, in partnerships with organizations from Sweden, Turkey, the UK, France, Germany, Italy , Portugal, Belgium, Croatia, Slovenia, Austria and other countries, while several projects are in the phases of preparation or further development. Furthermore, Nova Iskra plans the development of additional network projects, as well as taking on the project leader position in some of the upcoming Creative Europe calls.

Among the noted projects that Nova Iskra has realized or initiated are also European Creative Hubs Network, Designer in Residence, Folkk, Smart Living Challenge, Excite2.0, Digital Cities or Zajedničko.org. Most of them are realized through partnerships with international cultural centers and organizations, but also with the support of European and international funds, such as Creative Europe, Erasmus+ or Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs, as well as of Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Serbia, Ministary of Education, Science and Technological Development, or the Development Agency of Serbia.

For more details on Nova Iskra projects, please visit this link:

https://novaiskra.com/en/projects/

If you have at least three years of working experience in a similar setting and leadership qualities, if you would like to further develop your skills of project development and international fundraising by working with distinguished partners from across Europe and beyond, through working in a dynamic and highly-professional team – apply now!

In case you do not really know us: Nova Iskra is the first creative hub in the Balkans, made with the idea to connect creative industries, technology and people. Nova Iskra creates spaces, incites collaborations and designs education that is intended for creatives, innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, activists, students, professionals, organizations and companies who would like to take on an active and responsible role in shaping the ways in which we will learn, work and live in the future.

Nova Iskra team is made up of 15 professionals with vast experience in the fields of creativity and culture, but also motivated young colleagues, interns and external associates. Throughout more than 7 years of existence of this hub, hundreds of free education programs intended for the community were realized, as well as numerous projects that connect young professionals, creatives, companies and institutions – in Serbia, as well as across Europe and the world.

https://novaiskra.com/en/about/

We are hereby announcing the open call for the position Manager of International Cooperation and Fundraising (full-time position in Belgrade, Serbia). The call is also open to international applicants.

LIST OF ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

40 hours a week (full-time position) at the Nova Iskra offices
respect for the agreed commitments and responsible time tracking
collaborative work and daily communication with colleagues form the sector, managers of other Nova Iskra sectors, as well as GM of Nova Iskra
operational collaboration with other sectors of Nova Iskra – marketing, finances, program…
independence – management of larger projects, including the entire cycle from developing the applications, over implementation to reporting
program development and preparation of projects and project activities
continuous communications with project partners, participants, candidates
making of monthly, quarterly, biannual and annual plans
agile documentation, administration and internal communication
planning of the strategic development of the sector
maintaining of all existing, and developing new partnerships
participation in partner meetings (locally and internationally), meeting minutes
preparation of applications for co-financing of EU projects on the national level, as well as fundraising support for other departments of Nova Iskra
preparation of materials for media and social networks
agile management of overall project documentation (above all – financial), and meticulous delivery of project reports (narrative and financial)
preparation, programming and coordination of events and programs that are an integral part of project activities
following potential sources of funding for the projects that are in preparation, or in realization
representing Nova Iskra in network organizations and associations, holding presentations at conferences
developing relationships with civil and governmental sectors, as well as other relevant stakeholders

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CANDIDATE WHO:

has at least three years of experience in the domains of fundraising, project management, administration and coordination of international projects
has specific experience on the position of manager of at least one project from one of the following programs: Creative Europe, Culture 2007-13, Horizon2020
knowledge of frameworks and regulations of other programs in which he/she might not have had direct experience
has developed skills of written and spoken communication
has developed project writing skills
has experience in project budgeting
has developed presentation and negotiating skills
has experience in executive production
has mastered written (business) correspondence
is using English language, written and spoken, in an advanced way
has great knowledge of the MS Office programs
has developed analytical and creative thinking, as well as capabilities for strategic thinking
is excellent at planning, and good at delegating
respects agreed deadlines and timelines
has knowledge about financial and legal administration in relation to this type of work
has an agile and lean approach to documentation and administration
likes to work in a team, through regular and clear communication
knows well the Serbian, regional and European “scenes” in the domains of art, creativity and entrepreneurship
has personal affinities towards the arts, design, culture, entrepreneurship, digital domain…

ADVANTAGES

more than three years of experience in the domains of fundraising, project management, administration and coordination of international projects
specific work experience in working on projects in more than one EU financing program (Creative Europe – Culture or Creative Europe – Media, as well as Horizon2020, IPA, Erasmus and others)
experience in curatorial work, or in the domain of creative direction
deeper knowledge of the local and regional creative scene, with an accent on design and digital arts
creative/critical writing skills
advanced use of MS Excel program
experience in using other software or hardware platforms relevant for this type of work (Trello, Slack…)
English language certificate. or active use of more than one foreign language
personal motivation for long-term work on this type of projects, as well as within Nova Iskra as an organization

WHAT WE OFFER?

full-time job
regular, appropriate pay
dynamic surrounding and connecting to the wider creative community
work in a cozy and functional ambience, as well as informal atmosphere
serious team work
collaboration with open-minded, motivated and professional colleagues
work in two of the best coworking spaces in Belgrade – Nova Iskra Workspace Savamala and Zemun, with the use of all office resources
new practical knowledge, training and mentoring, as well as support for your professional development
access to Nova Iskra network and direct communication with experts we collaborate with
work on creative and socially engaged projects, as well as those with an international significance and an innnovative component
direct participation in following and creating regional and European trends when it comes to cultural policies, creativity, future of work and related topics
participation in workshops, lectures and courses organized by Nova Iskra

HOW TO APPLY?

All interested candidates need to fill out the form http://bit.ly/managerofinternationalcooperation, as well as to send their CV, motivation letter and one recommendation letter (all three documents as three separate PDFs) to the address relja@novaiskra.com with the subject “Prijava na konkurs”.

The deadline for submitting applications is Sunday, December 2^nd at midnight. Non-complete applications (without CV, motivation letter or recommendation letter) will not be taken into consideration. Candidates who pass the first round of selection will be invited for interviews in the period December 5^th to 12^th.