{"id":61401,"date":"2025-08-04T19:31:14","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T19:31:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=61401"},"modified":"2025-08-04T19:31:14","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T19:31:14","slug":"call-for-secretary-general","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=61401","title":{"rendered":"Call for Secretary-General"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"391\">\n<hr data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"396\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"422\"><strong data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"420\">About the Role<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"704\">We are looking for a dynamic and visionary individual under the age of 35 to serve as our next <strong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"539\">Secretary-General<\/strong>. If you are passionate about <strong data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"614\">environmental advocacy, youth empowerment<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"638\">social justice<\/strong>, this is your opportunity to lead impactful change across Europe.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"1014\">This is a strategic leadership role where you\u2019ll oversee our Secretariat, support the Executive Board, manage our finances and partnerships, and represent our values internationally. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project management, HR, and working with NGOs or international bodies.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1019\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1050\"><strong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1050\">Work Arrangements<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1377\">\n<li data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1110\">\n<p data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1110\"><strong data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1067\">Contract:<\/strong> 12-month full-time (40h\/week), renewable<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1147\">\n<p data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1147\"><strong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1136\">Provisional Period:<\/strong> 3 months<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1213\">\n<p data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1213\"><strong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1161\">Salary:<\/strong> 73,150 CZK gross\/month (approx. <strong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1210\">\u20ac2955.80 EUR<\/strong>)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1290\">\n<p data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1290\"><strong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1234\">Work Location:<\/strong> Remote possible depending on residence and tax status<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1377\">\n<p data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1377\"><strong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1306\">Taxation:<\/strong> Based on Czech regulations\u2014learn more <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1375\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1382\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1416\"><strong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1416\">Essential Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1434\">Applicants must:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1613\">\n<li data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1472\">\n<p data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1472\">Be <strong data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1460\">younger than 35<\/strong> years old<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1505\">\n<p data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1505\">Be <strong data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1503\">proficient in English<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1566\">\n<p data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1566\">Reside in <strong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1528\">Europe<\/strong> (preferably with an EU work permit)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1613\">\n<p data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1613\">Be aligned with <strong data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1613\">YEE\u2019s values and mission<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1618\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1652\"><strong data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1652\">Your Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"2092\">\n<li data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1734\">\n<p data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1734\"><strong data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1682\">Leadership &amp; Strategy:<\/strong> Provide strategic direction and mission alignment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1814\">\n<p data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1814\"><strong data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1752\">Management:<\/strong> Supervise Secretariat operations, HR, and team coordination<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1888\">\n<p data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1888\"><strong data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1832\">Operations:<\/strong> Oversee administrative systems and internal processes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1967\">\n<p data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1967\"><strong data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1908\">Partnerships:<\/strong> Build relationships with funders, NGOs, EU and UN bodies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2042\">\n<p data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2042\"><strong data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1989\">Representation:<\/strong> Advocate and represent YEE at international events<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2092\">\n<p data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2092\"><strong data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2057\">Finance:<\/strong> Manage budgets and secure grants<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2097\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2123\"><strong data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2123\">Ideal Profile<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2135\">You bring:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2483\">\n<li data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2209\">\n<p data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2209\">A <strong data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2162\">strong commitment<\/strong> to climate justice, youth rights, and equity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2412\">\n<p data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2241\">Demonstrated experience in:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2412\">\n<li data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2269\">\n<p data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2269\">Leading diverse teams<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2306\">\n<p data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2306\">Project and program management<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2369\">\n<p data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2369\">NGO collaboration and institutional partnership building<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2412\">\n<p data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2412\">Financial oversight and HR decisions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2483\">\n<p data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2483\">Familiarity with <strong data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2483\">non-formal education and human rights education<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"170\"><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"391\"><strong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"200\">\u00a0Applications Now Open!<\/strong><br data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"203\" \/><strong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"221\">Start Date:<\/strong> Late September 2025<br data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"244\" \/><strong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"269\">Deadline to Apply:<\/strong> 18 August 2025<br data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"287\" \/><strong data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"314\">Full-Time (40h\/week)<\/strong> |\u00a0 <strong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"341\">2955.80 EUR\/month<\/strong> | <strong data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"366\">Remote Possible<\/strong> |\u00a0 <strong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"391\">1-Year Contract<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2488\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2512\"><strong data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2512\">Extra Assets<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2734\">\n<li data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2583\">\n<p data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2583\">Experience as a Secretary-General or senior leader in a youth NGO<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2661\">\n<p data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2661\">Background in creating policies, statutory documents, or legal frameworks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2662\" data-end=\"2734\">\n<p data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2734\">Skill in <strong data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2702\">inclusive decision-making<\/strong> and youth-centered facilitation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2739\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2771\"><strong data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2771\">Application Process<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2899\">Apply by completing the <strong data-start=\"2797\" data-end=\"2824\">online application form<\/strong> by <strong data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2846\">18 August 2025<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2850\" \/><strong data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2864\">Interviews<\/strong> will be held in early September.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2899\">\n<p data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2899\">Apply here : <a href=\"https:\/\/yeenet.eu\/call-for-secretary-general\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2904\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"2934\"><strong data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"2934\">Equal Opportunity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"3184\">We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. In case of equal qualifications, <strong data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3183\">preference will be given to candidates who contribute to a more diverse team<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3186\" data-end=\"3189\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"3191\" data-end=\"3226\"><strong data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3226\">About Us \u2013 YEE\u2019s Mission<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3346\">Youth and Environment Europe (YEE) brings together youth-led environmental organizations from across the continent to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3554\">\n<li data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3388\">\n<p data-start=\"3350\" data-end=\"3388\">Strengthen international cooperation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3439\">\n<p data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3439\">Advocate for climate action and sustainability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3440\" data-end=\"3477\">\n<p data-start=\"3442\" data-end=\"3477\">Educate and mobilize young people<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3554\">\n<p data-start=\"3480\" data-end=\"3554\">Promote environmental awareness and youth participation in decision-making<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3556\" data-end=\"3559\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"3561\" data-end=\"3594\"><strong data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3594\">Share This Opportunity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3596\" data-end=\"3712\">Know someone who fits this role? Share this call with your networks and help us find our next transformative leader!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3596\" data-end=\"3712\">\n<h4 data-start=\"3596\" data-end=\"3712\"><\/h4>\n<h4>for more such opportunities stay connected with:<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.opportunitiesforyouth.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.opportunitiesforyouth.org<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About the Role We are looking for a dynamic and visionary individual under the age of 35 to serve as our next Secretary-General. If you are passionate about environmental advocacy, youth empowerment, and social justice, this is your opportunity to lead impactful change across Europe. 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