Latvia–Lithuania Programme is recruiting Information Manager

The Joint Technical Secretariat of the Latvia–Lithuania Cross Border Cooperation Programme 2007–2013 is looking for the Information Manager (fluent in Lithuanian and English).

Please find the detailed announcement and task description.

Required Qualification and Experience

  • University degree in field of relevance, improved with specific professional knowledge;
  • excellent knowledge of Lithuanian and English, both – oral and written;
    excellent writing, communication and presentation skills;
  • ability to work in multi cultural environment;
  • computer literacy (MS Office standard programmes), basic graphic design skills;
  • ability to work in a team;
  • professional experience in the field of relevance;
  • minimum 2 years experience in public relations;
  • experience in implementation of EU projects/programmes will be considered as advantage;
  • knowledge of European Union regional development policies and relevant legislation, in particular related to European Territorial Cooperation;
  • knowledge of EU publicity and information requirements;
  • awareness of Baltic Sea Region policies;
  • experience with office management and administrative tasks.

Terms of Employment and Selection

The Information Manager of the Joint Technical Secretariat (JTS) will legally be employed under the Latvian Labour Law by the Latvian State Regional Development Agency. The post for the Information Manager is in the JTS that is located in Riga, Latvia.

The employment is foreseen on a full-time basis (40 hours a week)  until end of 2013. The successful candidate will be expected to commence the work at earliest convenience. A competitive salary will be offered depending on the qualification and experience of the selected candidate. The Information Manager will have to spend up to 30% of time in Lithuania.

How to apply?

Application in English, consisting of the CV and a motivation letter, shall be addressed to Antra Jansone the Head of the JTS, and sent via email to Antra.Jansone@latlit.eu. Deadline for the submission of applications is15 May 2011.

Pre-selected successful candidates will be invited for the interviews in Riga, Latvia.

Contact person

Head of the Joint Technical Secretariat Antra Jansone ( +371 6735 7371; +371 2641 8295;Antra.Jansone@latlit.eu)

source: http://www.latlit.eu