European Respiratory Society is an international organisation that brings together physicians, healthcare professionals, scientists and other experts working in respiratory medicine. We are one of the leading medical organisations in the respiratory field, with a growing membership representing over 140 countries worldwide.
Maternity leave cover - 11 months
Your role:
The Educational Administrative Assistant will support and reinforce the education team for the organisation, communications and invitations related to ERS educational activities, including courses, training programmes, congress and E-learning. This role will provide administrative support for the preparation, follow-up, and reporting of ERS officers and side meetings. Attendance to ERS congress will be required and possibly travel to other events may be needed.
Your tasks:
- Prepare agendas, materials, and minutes for Education Council meetings.
- Organise and document weekly meetings and Education Directors’ calls.
- Coordinate the accreditation process for educational events.
- Manage the nomination and selection process for educational awards.
- Act as team back-up for peak periods and holidays/absences.
- Assist with meetings, events and projects.
- Maintain and update relevant pages on the ERS websites.
- Provide all necessary administrative support for meeting preparation and follow-up.
Your profile:
- Highly skilled in office administrative support and at ease with the Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Prior experience working with content or learning management systems
- Excellent verbal and written skills in English
- Ability to complete administrative tasks with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy within a strict timeline
- Ability to work independently and proactively
- Experience working in a team
- Swiss or valid work permit