Project Manager (Training and Education) – 3 Months Contract

Project Manager (Training and Education) – 3 Months Contract

United People Global (UPG) is recruiting Project Managers in Training & Education to support our growing community as part of contributing to our mission to make the world a better place. This work is at the heart of our community, and it involves interacting with and serving our mission and our community.

What’s in it for YOU:

• Professional growth: add experiences and exposure to your CV that strengthen your professional profile in your chosen domain.
• Network: strengthen your professional and personal networks and be part of an international network and a community that spans world regions.
• Purpose: there is the possibility to lead or participate in activities that are meaningful to you.
• A diverse range of professional and functional experiences.
• Additional benefits are shared with the successful candidate.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

• The project manager will be responsible all the communication of the program, announcements, networking activities etc.
• Involving the strategy of the program to campaign and reach to the target audiences, countries and sectors
• Managing all application process for program participants.
• Develop and manage curriculums of the participants.
• Draw an overall or individualized training and development plan that addresses needs and expectations.
• Designing the trainings and reaching the right collaborators for each training.
• Monitor and evaluate training programs’ effectiveness, success, and KPI’s periodically and report on them.
• Provide opportunities for ongoing development, resolve any specific problems, and tailor training programs as necessary.
• Maintain a keen understanding of training trends, developments, and best practices.
• Coach, mentor, and guide participants in related issues, challenges, and development journeys.

About us (Profile Requirements):

• Proven stakeholder management skills and corporate relations.
• Prior experience in managing, developing, and setting up projects related to training and education programs.
• Prior experience with project and program management.
• English is MUST and the ability to speak and write in additional languages are assets.
• Ability to conduct information research, manage events, and manage teams.
• Ability to work with and respect confidential information of stakeholders.
• Ability to work in ambiguous settings, especially in start-up mode.
• Ability to work alone and in a team “Role the Sleeve”.
• Able to work within the Switzerland time zone (CET).

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Agility working style.
• Ability to build and maintain a positive relationship across the board.
• Outstanding communication skills internally and externally.
• Leadership and management skills are necessary as you will be leading a small team, and the role is the sleeve most of the time.

Nice to have:

• Prior experience volunteering in community organising or local community development is an advantage.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other productivity applications is an asset.
• Other professional qualifications related to project management, training, coaching, and psychometric assessments will be an advantage.
• Qualified candidates are welcome with a variety of skills. No single candidate is expected to possess all qualifications as the selected candidate brings their unique set of skills to our work and complements a team.

In case you didn’t hear from us within 2 weeks, your application didn’t make it for this time. However, we shall maintain your records for any opportunities in the future.

UPG Biashara Training Program: https://biashara.unitedpeople.global/