Open Position as Project Manager Assistance at an International NGO in Germany / Culture Goes Europe
CULTURE GOES EUROPE (CGE)- SOZIOKULTURELLE INITIATIVE ERFURT EV
Erfurt, Germany
Description
CGE Erfurt e.V. is a non-profit NGO running numerous large-scale international projects across Europe and globally. We collaborate with local activists, migrant communities, NGOs, and informal groups. Situated in the northern part of Erfurt, our office resides within a revitalized socio-cultural hub that hosts artists and various initiatives. We embrace a horizontal management approach, fostering a culture of inquiry, self-initiative, and shared responsibility among all members, including volunteers. This structure empowers individuals to actively engage in decision-making processes and take ownership of their roles within the organization. Recognising the diverse capacities and interests of our volunteers, we offer flexible task assignments and workloads tailored to each individual's strengths and aspirations. This personalised approach ensures meaningful engagement and allows volunteers to develop their skills while making a significant impact within our community.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
All volunteers in CGE are accommodated in a comfortable, fully equipped shared flat, located 5 min away from the city center. Each volunteers has own room. The food allowance and pocket money are given to the volunteers at the beginning of every month, based on the Erasmus+ regulations. Each volunteer is provided with a monthly ticket to travel around the city and/or a bike.
Training during the activity
Throughout the year, the volunteers accompany the project managers to learn from and with them. High emphasis is put on teamwork and co-creation during the conceptualisation and implementation of activities. The volunteers will additionally attend various local and national trainings to boost their skills and competences for future professional careers in non-profit management, project writing, facilitation or multimedia work. Mentor support is provided by former ESC volunteers, as well as ex-colleagues. Learn more about our projects and trainings: https://www.cge-erfurt.org
Participant profile
We are looking for a volunteer with a profile in: - social or political sciences, - experience in non-governmental sector or EU project management, - experience in non-formal education (participation in the Erasmus+ project) - experience in event management or community building. The volunteer is expected to support the team in conceptualising, preparing and implementing local actions, networking with stakeholders, and working with target groups (youth, migrant and rural communities). The volunteeers, for example, could co-develop a short educational program for an event run locally. This is an opportunity to collect professional and personal experiences, by supporting project managers, and building solidarity at the local, EU and global level.
Activity dates
From 01/07/2025 to 30/06/2026
Activity location
Salinenstr. 34, Erfurt, Germany
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, France, Georgia, Greece, Kosovo * UN resolution, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Türkiye
Activity topics
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Education and training
Employment and entrepreneurship
Creativity and culture
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 25/04/2025 23:59