Key Expert 4: Project Assistant based in Bangkok

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The project:

The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has launched the ACTION: IP Key Action – Intellectual Property: Key to Sustainable Development in South East Asia Phase II Framework Contract. The overall objective of this action will continue to be the promotion of a more level playing field for European companies operating in South-East Asia by contributing to greater transparency and effective implementation of the IPR protection and enforcement system. The purpose of this contract is to acquire services to reinforce the project management team which, in close cooperation with national and regional stakeholders and the relevant EU Delegations (trade sections), will implement cooperation activities pertaining to the IP Key South East Asia. Specific activities will be defined on a yearly basis according to EU selected priority areas to improve IPR protection and enforcement and raise awareness.

Duration of the assignment: 33 months

The expert is expected to work for a total of 660 working days within the 33 months.

We are looking for a Project Assistant, based in Bangkok (Thailand) to be presented as part of a tender, with the following experience and knowledge:

• University degree or equivalent relevant professional experience;
• Proficiency in English (a B2 level is a minimum requirement)
• 4 years of professional acquired in South East Asia (having 2 years of experience is a minimum requirement)
• 2-3 years of professional experience in working for international or national public institutions/programmes/projects with institutions of South East Asia;
• 1-2 years of professional experience in the implementation of international cooperation project and/or EU-Funded projects and/or EU institutions and bodies.

Also, the following specific professional experience is required:

• 3 years of experience in the management of office facilities (identification of providers, contract management, etc.);
• 3 years of experience in the organisation of events;
• 3 years of professional experience in the logistics organisation of international events (i.e. coordination of participants from different countries);
• 1 year of experience in financial management and/or accounting and/or procurement procedures;
• 2 years of experience in working in the frameworks of activities directed to international economic organisations and/or public economic institutions;
• Proven knowledge in protocol for events.

If you fit the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, send your CV to:

Laura Mila at laura.mila.tugues@nttdata.com