The European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) seeks a Working Student to assist with Re:Order project’s overall event management and logistics activities and research efforts, ensuring the smooth execution of various tasks related to organizing events and day-to-day office administration. This role offers hands-on experience in planning and coordinating events within an international non-profit organization. Key tasks include managing RSVPs, coordinating catering, handling logistical arrangements, and general administrative assistance. This is a great opportunity to learn the behind-the-scenes aspects of event management in a dynamic, multinational environment.

• Assist in the organization of events, including preparing lists of participants, sending invitations, tracking registrations, and liaising with attendees;
• Assist in handling logistical tasks such as coordinating with venues, hotels and catering companies
• Oversee and address timely correspondence of general inbox, ensuring timely and accurate communication with partners and participants;
• Update and maintain the project’s and the Berlin office’s contact database;
• Assist with research and follow relevant debates and monitor political developments in Germany.

Education

• Currently enrolled in Political Science, International Relations, Event Management or a related field in a German university or higher education institution. Please note that graduates are not eligible.

Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). 
• Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proactive and flexible attitude, with a willingness to take on varied tasks, including administrative and logistical tasks.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and German.

Abilities

• Highly motivated with a can-do attitude
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable and flexible with a willingness to take on varied tasks 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multinational team

• Competitive monetary compensation in line with statutory minimum requirements
• Convenient office location in the heart of Berlin
• Stimulating and open work culture at an innovative and renowned pan-European think tank with partly hybrid work opportunities that allow flexibility while maintaining productivity and collaboration.
• Opportunity to collaborate with highly motivated and committed colleagues from diverse backgrounds across Europe, within an organization that holds a distinguished position and wide recognition within the think tank world.

If this is of interest, we look forward to receiving your application!
Closing Date: 8th July 2025

Candidates must be eligible to work in Germany (already in Berlin or willing to relocate to Berlin)

Candidates must be fluent in both English and German

We aim to keep you posted with the status of your application, but due to high volume of applicants, we are unable to communicate with all applicants individually. If you are not contacted within 2 weeks of closing date, please consider you have not been pre-selected.

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ECFR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

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