{"id":79766,"date":"2021-08-28T07:23:48","date_gmt":"2021-08-28T07:23:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/plopandrei.com\/?p=79766"},"modified":"2021-08-28T07:23:48","modified_gmt":"2021-08-28T07:23:48","slug":"call-for-applications-for-the-recruitment-of-cemrs-secretary-general-2022-onwards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cvnextjob.com\/index.php\/2021\/08\/28\/call-for-applications-for-the-recruitment-of-cemrs-secretary-general-2022-onwards\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for applications for the recruitment of CEMR\u2019s Secretary General (2022 onwards)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-79767\" src=\"http:\/\/plopandrei.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ccre-newlogos_rgb_7_baseline-right.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"365\" \/><\/p>\n<p>CEMR has opened a call for the position of Secretary General whose current mandate will end in January 2022.\u00a0For more information on the position and how to apply, please consult the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3sPBG7d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recruitment pack<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong>Applications must be sent to recruitment.sg[a]ccre-cemr.org by Thursday, 23 September 18:00.<\/p>\n<p>Do you know about local governments in Europe? Do you have any experience of working in a<br \/>\nmunicipality, department, province or region?<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Do you strongly believe in local democracy and local self-government?<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Have you ever run an organisation with members and a team of around 40 staff?<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Do you have excellent diplomatic, negotiation, communication and leadership skills?<br \/>\n\u2026 then come to work with us at the Council of European Municipalities and Regions CEMR It is the oldest and broadest organisation of local and regional governments in Europe. We represent 60 national associations of local and regional governments in 40 European countries. The Secretary General reports directly to the President.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Influence and represent<\/strong><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Be the organisation&#8217;s ambassador and advocate for the interests of local and regional governments in Europe and worldwide, thanks to the leadership of CEMR political bodies;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Provide a clear strategic direction for CEMR, taking into account the political priorities and perspectives of the member associations;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Advise the Presidency, Policy Committee and Executive Bureau on European affairs and on the overall strategy, objectives and political priorities of the organisation;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Influence the decision-making process of the European Union and other institutions, and provide members with timely information and advice on key European developments;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ensure that the voice of all member associations &#8211; irrespective of their size &#8211; is heard in the organisation, and facilitate mutual learning across Europe (beyond the EU only);<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Represent CEMR and ensure the visibility of CEMR&#8217;s political leadership in European forums, events and dialogues;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ensure good relations and a working partnership with other relevant organisations, in particular all European institutions and associations representing local and regional government;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ensure effective cooperation and partnership with United Cities and Local Governments, with CEMR playing a positive role as the European section of the world organisation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strategy and management<\/strong><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Raise the profile of the organisation, develop and maintain a high reputation for CEMR;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ensure the timely delivery of CEMR&#8217;s work programme with members, based on the multiannual strategy and political priorities;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Develop partnerships and secure new funding agreements with external funders for the good functioning of the organisation;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Work in accordance with the Statutes and Rules of procedures voted by the Statutory Bodies;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ensure that CEMR\u2019s budgets and finances are managed effectively, monitored closely and that financial health is maintained.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Secretariat leadership<\/strong><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Value diversity of experience and background;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ensure that CEMR\u2019s human resources are organised and deployed in the best possible way to carry out the work programme;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Facilitate a culture that inspires and motivates all employees; be responsible for the overall good management of CEMR&#8217;s secretariat and teams;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Lead and develop staff teams, in line with the organisation\u2019s values, ensuring the highest level of professionalism and quality, including their ability to take on new challenges;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Create the necessary conditions to fully exploit the possibilities offered by the new technologies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience<\/strong><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Experience in working in a political environment;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 A proven experience of strong leadership, improving a membership organisation in a rapidly changing digital environment;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Strong experience in leading, managing and motivating multicultural teams of around 40 staff members;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Proven advocacy skills in promoting organisation\u2019s objectives to external decision-makers;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Working experience in a European organisation or on European affairs in a local government is an advantage;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Proven record on overseeing the management of financial and administration issues.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Knowledge and understanding<\/strong><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Good general knowledge of the current European and global issues, in particular in CEMR\u2019s areas of work: environment and climate, territorial development, public services, digitalisation, governance, international cooperation, citizenship, gender equality, migration and refugees, twinning, and others;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Very good understanding of the local and regional government environment in Europe (including outside the EU);<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Very good understanding of the functioning of the European Union and the Council of Europe;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Very good understanding of how a membership network works;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Abilities and skills<\/strong><br \/>\n\uf0b7 Political sensitivity;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ability to think clearly and analytically, grasp complex issues and develop sound strategies and analysis;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Diplomatic skills, including the ability to negotiate consensus solutions to sensitive problems, where relevant across political party and national boundaries;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Excellent interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills (written and oral);<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Strong ability to speak in public on diverse topics;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Comfortable with platforms such as Google Drive, Zoom, Slack, and more;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Excellent command of English and French, both written and spoken. The ability to speak other languages is an asset.<br \/>\n<strong>Personal attributes<\/strong><br \/>\n\uf0b7 A positive attitude towards sustainability, inclusion, equality and diversity;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 A commitment to the principles and values of local and regional democracy and selfgovernment;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Integrity, loyalty, discretion and respect for others;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ability to provide direction and leadership in a way that inspires confidence and commitment and encourages ideas, innovation and initiative from others;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Ability to establish credibility quickly.<br \/>\n\uf0b7 A 6-year contract with a competitive salary package;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 A modern and well-situated office in the European Quarter nearby Luxembourg Brussels Station (Belgium);<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Large amount of travel, in Europe and worldwide.<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Send a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the position and how you see the organisation&#8217;s future \u2013 in EN;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Send a 3-minute video to present yourself both in EN and FR;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Applications must be sent to recruitment.sg@ccre-cemr.org by Thursday, 23 September 18:00;<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Interviews with CEMR Presidency will take place in December. Applicants should ideally be able to start on 1 February 2022.<br \/>\nMore about us:<br \/>\n<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cemr.org\">www.cemr.org<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\ntwitter.com\/ccrecemr<br \/>\nCEMR is an equal opportunity employer.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CEMR has opened a call for the position of Secretary General whose current mandate will end in January 2022.\u00a0For more information on the position and how to apply, please consult the\u00a0recruitment pack.\u00a0Applications must be sent to recruitment.sg[a]ccre-cemr.org by Thursday, 23 September 18:00. Do you know about local governments in Europe? 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