The European Disability Forum (EDF) is seeking an enthusiastic and committed team member to work full-time, based in our secretariat in Brussels.

EDF is a non-governmental European umbrella organisation set up to represent organisations of persons with disabilities at EU level. Its membership includes 106 member Organisations including European NGOs and National Federations of organisations of persons with disabilities. EDF’s mission is to promote the equal opportunities and human rights of persons with disabilities towards the European Union.

Purpose of the role:

To ensure the smooth functioning of the EDF secretariat in Brussels through carrying out administrative and organizational tasks, assisting in human resources management, as well as helping EDF to continuously improve its administrative functioning.

Tasks are described in detail in the job description.
The vacancy information is also available in French.

The ideal candidate has:

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French,
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and ability to be assertive,
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines,
• Extensive knowledge of office administration, clerical procedures, and recordkeeping systems,
• Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software,
• Proven integrity, confidentiality and discretion,
• Very good interpersonal skills, resistance to stress and sense of humour,
• Basic understanding of Belgian administrative procedures for administration, management of NGOs and human resources.

Education and background experience

• At least two years of related experience required;
• Educational background in administration, management and accounting or related field preferred;
• Basic knowledge in accessibility and working with persons with disabilities or willing to learn.

Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The post will be based at the EDF secretariat in Brussels.

Gross starting salary: 2971 EUR per month plus benefits (Luncheon vouchers, transport costs, pension scheme, hospitalisation insurance, holiday pay and 13^th month).

Closing date for receipt of applications: 31 August, 2023 at 5 PM CET

Date of the interview:  September 12^th in Brussels at our office

The applicant will start as soon as possible, with an unlimited contract.

 To apply, please send the following to EDF recruitment: Recruitment@edf-feph.org

• Your CV
• A motivation letter

 EDF is an equal opportunities employer.

Offre d’emploi: Secrétaire de direction. Information en français