China IPR SME Helpdesk Project Manager Go back »
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Company:European Union Chamber of Commerce in China
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Location:Beijing
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Job function:Project Management
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Industry:Business Services, Services
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Employment:Full time
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Experience:Mid-Senior level
Job description
Position: 1
Contract: fixed term till 31st December, 2017 with the possibility of extension
Strategic Leadership and Operational Management
In close cooperation with consortium partners, the Helpdesk Project Manager will be responsible for setting the strategic direction of the European Chamber’s role within the project and will contribute to overall project management.
The Project Manager is responsible for meeting and exceeding the goals set-out in the project Description of Work as contracted by the European Commission, as well as for all operational aspects necessary to high quality project delivery, including: content, relationship building, HR management and financial control.
Lead a team of three full-time and one half-time colleagues in the high-quality delivery of aa high-profile EU funded project.
Work closely with the Chamber leadership and consortium to ensure consistent and effective team performance.
Responsibilities include:
- Ensure strong coordination and cooperation with consortium partners and Chamber senior management
- Ensure alignment between the interests and policy direction of the Helpdesk and the Chamber
- Responsible for budget drafting, updating, forecasting, invoicing and reporting
- Manage the Helpdesk team (set tasks and goals, supervise delivery of tasks and provide training where necessary) and support colleagues in the delivery of their KPIs
- Ensure the timely delivery of milestones and KPIs as defined by the Description of Work for Helpdesk services including enquiry helpline, publications and other resources, training events, monitoring of IP policies, partnering services and marketing efforts.
- Lead Chamber team in reporting efforts to the European Commission
Relationship Management, Visibility and Event
In close coordination with European Chamber and consortium partner leadership teams, the Project Manager will be responsible for the creation and management of strong working relationship with senior level representatives within the European diplomatic and business association community in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao.
The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring all Member State, industry and business stakeholders are fully aware of the Helpdesk and its service, and advocate it as a resource for EU SMEs.
The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring the Helpdesk is visible and active in delivering events across Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macao.
Responsibilities include:
- Ensure that all Member State, industry and business stakeholders throughout Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan are made fully aware of the Helpdesk and its services though face-to-face meetings, email updates and other promotional means.
- Maintain close working relationships with key stakeholders through regular meetings, networking events.
- Manage annual stakeholder meetings in China
- Attend annual stakeholder and consortium meetings in Europe
- Oversee and coordinate with European Chamber chapters and external stakeholders the organisation of any events.
Skills & experience
· Experience of managing teams
· Excellent project management skills
· Excellent research and analytical skills
· Excellent communication and people skills
· Can work under pressure and to strict deadlines
· Good negotiation skills
· Creative and action driven
· cost control oriented
Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree or relevant qualification preferably Law / Business related
· 2 to 5 years EU-China project experience in a management role
· Excellent command of written and spoken English, Mandarin a plus
How to apply
Application Procedure:Submit cv, cover letter, expected salary and photo to bj_jobs@europeanchamber.com.cn
Please also clearly indicate in the subject heading "Application for China IPR SME Helpdesk Project Manager " before 17 September – early application is encouraged.
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