ABOUT ENTSO-E:

ENTSO-E is the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity. We coordinate the cross-border system operations, system development and electricity market activities of the 39 electricity transmission system operators (TSOs) which cover 35 countries. The ENTSO-E Secretariat in Brussels provides support on technical, market and policy developments for all European TSOs in their cooperation with each other, in their joint fulfilment of their legal mandates, and in the intensive interactions with EU decision-makers, regulatory agencies, associations representing network users and other stakeholders.

If you are interested in having an active role in the energy transition, you should consider joining ENTSO-E. We are a dynamic European association working on important and exciting projects of the electricity sector with the commitment to support the efforts towards a carbon-neutral power system. At ENTSO-E, you will contribute to building the world’s largest integrated electricity market – impacting not only those in the energy sector but also Europe’s overall economy, today and in the future!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for a highly professional and skilled Project Management Officer (PMO), interested to contribute to the energy transition in Europe. Do you have integrity and skill to engender trust with excellent interpersonal skills? Are you ready to interact with executives and experts within an international and future thinking organisation? If yes, ENTSO-E is the right place for you.

You will work in the ENTSO-E Secretariat in Brussels in the Operations section, reporting directly to the Head of Section. The Operations section is comprised of 21 internal and external staff.

You will support the Head of Section and the entire Operations section to implement various processes, including the management of contracts, budget and documents. Furthermore, you will support internal communication activities and contribute to various projects within the section and across the Secretariat. You will provide administrative and project management support to the System Operations Committee (SOC), one of the main decision-making bodies of ENTSO-E, including the preparation of meetings and associated documents, in collaboration with the other PMOs in the section. You will support the Head of Section with the coordination of multiple groups and projects.

At ENTSO-E, you will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid model, allowing for a blend of remote and in-office work to support a good work-life balance.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

You will contribute to the work of ENTSO-E, mainly in the areas of administrative and project management support. Responsibilities may be subject to change depending on the evolution of priorities and projects.

The current tasks involve :

• Manage contractual and budget-related processes, in close cooperation with the relevant advisors;


• Organise and coordinate meetings, including the preparation of dashboards, agendas, minutes and all relevant documentation;


• Maintain a registry of processes and ensure compliance with the ENTSO-E governance rules and decision-making processes across the Operations section;


• Manage and update SharePoint pages;


• Support various projects within the section or across the ENTSO-E Secretariat, and propose improvements where necessary;


• Prepare clear and concise reports and presentations about the on-going activities under your responsibility;


• Develop excellent working relationships within the Secretariat, all the ENTSO-E Members and wider stakeholders.

YOUR PROFILE:

We are looking for someone with the following skills and abilities:

• University degree in business administration or equivalent working experience preferably with a good understanding of European policy-making;


• At least 1-3 years of experience as executive assistant or in a project support function, preferably in a multi-stakeholders and matrix management environment;


• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English;


• Proficiency in the Office environment (Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams; Outlook; SharePoint);


• Proven ability to plan and organise multiple tasks, while remaining flexible and adapting to changing priorities;


• Ability to work independently and in team setting with competing deadlines;


• Proactive and results-oriented attitude;


• Strong interest to work within a multicultural professional environment;


• Positive mindset aligned with the values of ENTSO-E.

OUR OFFER:

Our people are truly at the heart of ENTSO-E. You will be part of a multinational and multi-cultural environment, with colleagues from over 30 different nationalities. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce which allows us to create an environment where we learn from each other and develop together. We strongly believe in continuous learning and offer a broad range of training and development opportunities to our employees. We are a hybrid workplace and offer a maximum of flexibility enabling to have a good balance between remote working (from Belgium) and engaging physically with colleagues.

We offer market competitive compensation and an extensive benefit package, with excellent insurance coverage for you and direct family members (such as hospitalization, supplemental medical plan). You will benefit from group insurance and travel insurance. You will have the opportunity to participate in a Flexible Benefits Plan to choose for those benefits that create the best value for you.

Additionally, we offer employees from our TSO Members the chance to apply for secondment opportunities, further enriching your experience and expanding your horizons.

INTERESTED?

Please submit your application no later than 10 December 2023, consisting of a curriculum vitae and a motivational letter on the ENTSO-E career site. Replies will be handled in strictest confidence.

ENTSO-E is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion or political beliefs