Project Coordinator

Foundation Child for Study and Research into Childhood and Adolescence

Modena, Italy

Published on: July 2013

Start date: August/September 2013

Description of the Organization:

The aim of Fondazione Child is to promote a child-centred culture through a close examination of the causes and treatments of physical and mental diseases, as well as of behavioural and mood difficulties in children and adolescents. The Foundation encourages researchers to enhance their motivation, interest and competence in the field of child and adolescent mental health.

The Foundation promotes the following activities:

• Training of young researchers who are interested in acquiring specific knowledge in the area of developmental pathology and child mental health research methodology;
• Supporting career advancement of clinical researchers who are willing to be involved in developmental psychopathology research; 
• Supporting research programs and projects aimed at establishing international research and intervention networks.

Description of the Position:

The position involves:

• strengthening the Foundation’s presence in Italy and abroad;
• promoting the Foundation’s upcoming events and activities on the Internet;
• regularly updating the Foundation’s website and manage its social media profiles;
• organizing international events, conferences and training seminars involving actors from all over the world;
• further developing and manage a large network of both domestic and international contacts;
• administrative duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s level degree in International Relations, Political Science, Law, Economics or similar

Minimum Experience:

• 2 years

General Qualifications:

• Sincere interest in the mission and values of Foundation Child;
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, Internet browsers and social media; 
• Ability to work independently and proactively;
• Excellent relational and communication skills;
• Reliability, flexibility and capacity to prioritize;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Ability to undertake travel (both in Italy and abroad) and work flexible hours.

Languages: Excellent written and verbal communication skills both in English and Italian.

Compensation: competency-based

To Apply:

If you are interested, please send your CV, along with a cover letter explaining why you think to be suitable for this job and how you could contribute to our work, to info@fondazionechild.it (to the attention of Ms. Stefania Bonacini).

Please type “Application First and Last Name” in the email subject line.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.