For the office in Bonn, Germany, the European Music Council (EMC) is looking for a Programme Assistant to assist the team with the implementation of the EMC work plan, as well as to contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation, with a particular focus on EMC’s sustainability policy.
EMC, the regional group for Europe of the International Music Council (IMC), exists to support the interests of its 70+ member organisations. It is the broadest network for music organisations across Europe and is dedicated to the development and promotion of all genres and types of music. The EMC initiates and organises cooperation projects, seminars, workshops and conferences on a European level, and is active in the field of cultural policy.
The successful candidate should be an open-minded, dedicated person with qualities such as:
- Either a university degree in a relevant subject or significant experience working in a comparable environment
- Prior experience in arts administration (project management/event management)
- An interest in/knowledge of music and cultural policies at European level
- An interest in/knowledge of sustainability topics
- A very good command of English and German, other languages would be an asset
- Excellent computer skills in MS Office/Teams, experience with Typo3, WordPress, FileMaker or Adobe Creative Suite would be an asset
- The ability to prioritise workload and to work independently on individual projects
- The willingness to work flexible hours (e.g. evenings, weekends), and to travel
Average work time for this full-time position is 39 hours per week, according to the German tariff system. This junior position is limited to 36 months, preferably starting in November 2025, with a gross salary of approximately 3,300 EUR/month, depending on the candidate’s qualification.
