GMF’s Brussels office seeks a trainee to work on Brussels Forum, GMF’s annual flagship event that brings together high-level international participants from the world of politics, business, media and ideas. This is a paid traineeship.

The trainee working on Brussels Forum 2025 will work closely with senior GMF staff to provide research, logistical and administrative support. The paid traineeship is a unique opportunity to be in close contact with the senior international policy community. Trainees can also benefit from the Brussels and Transatlantic environments and attend various EU-U.S. related digital and in-person events. The trainee will be mainly working with a database system and coordinating participant registrations; GMF will therefore provide him/her with a database training.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Managing, updating and maintaining an extensive database list for Brussels Forum 2025;


• Acting as the internal point of contact for GMF staff and coordinating all external communication with Brussels Forum participants;


• Conducting research on speakers and assisting GMF staff in all other operational preparations regarding Brussels Forum;


• Drafting invitations, event summaries and other pieces as assigned;


• Assisting with administrative and logistical duties as assigned;


• Assisting with the Brussels office event management; and


• Assisting with work related to events in other GMF offices.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REUIREMENTS:

• Brussels-based candidate;


• Fluency in English. Second language skills in French or a third European language desired, but not required;


• Excellent database management skills;


• Excellent written and oral communication skills;


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) is essential;


• Flexibility to multi-task, have an eye for detail, ability to perform under tight deadlines and work independently;


• Experience in political and digital event management;


• Strong interest in transatlantic policy issues; and


• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.

START AND LENGTH OF TRAINEESHIP:

• Preferred starting date: October, 2024;


• Preferred length of traineeship: 7 months;


• The traineeship will take place in a hybrid format. GMF staff are currently asked to be in the office three days per week.

Deadline for application: September 15th, 2024.

Please note that only EU citizens or candidates with existing Belgian work permits are eligible for this paid position.

GMF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.