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Project Assistant for Tuning International Cooperation Projects Deze vacature is alleen beschikbaar in het Engels The International Tuning Academy (ITA) is a unit within the International Strategy and Relations/University Services of the University of Groningen. ITA designs and implements international cooperation activities in which different higher education actors (higher education institutions, national quality assurance and accreditation agencies, ministries, university networks, etc.) from across the world work together to foster better quality higher education. We focus on different aspects of higher education - internationalisation, recognition, relevance, student-centredness, more inclusive transition to higher education, professionalisation of higher education teaching, etc. ITA is currently looking for a Project Assistant to: 1. Ensure successful implementation of the running Erasmus+ international cooperation projects, as well as, eventually, 2. Assist in preparing new strong competitive applications. Project Assistant for Tuning International Cooperation Projects https://werkenbij.rug.nl/vacature/project-assistant-for-tuning-international-cooperation-projects-2204/?langlang=nl What are you going to do? Key responsibilities: • Support project coordinator in day-to-day project management. • Keep an overview of different project processes and due dates, reminding partners and project coordinator about upcoming deadlines. • Ensure all the necessary documents are received and stored as required in the project Virtual Shared Spaces (GoogleDrive). • Monitor and update project websites to guarantee that they fully reflect the progress of the projects (WordPress). • Maintain fluent communication with international partners. • Assist project coordinator in the preparation for project reports (ongoing reporting, intermediate and final reports). • Keep track of continuous reporting status on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. • Collect and organise information necessary to prepare intermediate and final project reports. • As you learn more about the projects, write up assigned sections of project reports. • During the proposal preparation stage, assist with collecting and compiling the necessary documents and information, revising consistency of the proposal, help revise if all the formal requirements have been met. • Help with organising project meetings (logistical and informational support to partners and coordinator). University Services Solliciteer uiterlijk: 6 August 2026 23:59 Dutch local time €3.382 - €4.484 Who are you? Your profile: • Well-organised, attentive to detail; able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. • Can work in English and Spanish, communicating fluently both in writing and speaking. • Able to use or quickly learn to use the tools/systems used (the two main ones: GoogleDrive and WordPress). • Ready and capable of adjusting your communication style in order to establish good working relationships (remotely) and maintain fluent communication with diverse stakeholders in different countries. • Proactive and results-driven approach to work. • Can be flexible with regards to the weekly workload, if this is required in project implementation cycle, announced in advance and agreed on by you and your linemanager (provided the monthly workload is respected). • Have a work permit for The Netherlands. Plus points (please mention if applicable in your case): • Any previous experience of project management. • Interest in higher education. To thrive in this role you need to be well organised and able to work both with people (mostly remotely) and on your own. What can you expect from us? • In accordance with the collective labor agreement for Dutch universities, we offer a salary of at least € 3.382 up to a maximum of € 4.484 (schaal 08) gross per month for a full-time employment contract. • 232 vacation hours per year, based on a 38-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). You can also work more or fewer hours in exchange for more or fewer free hours. For example, with a 40-hour workweek, you save 96 extra free hours, and with a 36-hour workweek, you lose 96 hours. • End-of-year bonus of 8.3% and 8% holiday allowance. • Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development. • Your initial contract will be for a period of 1 year with the trial period of 2 months. In case of mutual satisfaction (your and that of your line manager - the project coordinator), the contract can be extended for another fixed-term. Where will you be working? At the University of Groningen (UG), you work at a broad top-class university that covers all fields of academia and technology. Support staff members offer a vital contribution to the effort made by lecturers and researchers toward the development of talent and a better, sustainable society. The UG aims to be an open academic community with an inclusive and safe working climate that invites you to add your value. University Services (US) is een betrokken organisatie met ruim 1.250 medewerkers. We zetten ons elke dag in voor een inspirerende en duurzame academische omgeving waar studenten en medewerkers kunnen groeien, samenwerken en het beste uit zichzelf halen. We ondersteunen onderwijs, onderzoek & impact en bedrijfsvoering op een vooruitstrevende en verbindende manier. Van vastgoedonderhoud tot ondersteuning van het College van Bestuur: we vervullen met trots een belangrijke rol als faciliterende en adviserende dienst binnen de Rijksuniversiteit Groningen. Onze dienstverlening is veelzijdig en raakt bijna elke hoek van de universiteit. We werken nauw samen met faculteiten en andere diensten om hen zo goed mogelijk te faciliteren. Wil je meer weten over University Services? Kijk dan op onze website . This role does not require physical presence at the premises of the University of Groningen, allowing you to work remotely. This will depend on what you agree on with the coordinator of the project, with whom you will work in close contact and to whom you are accountable. If you are interested in the content side of the projects, there might be a possibility to further develop in this direction, including joining project face-to-face meetings. Application procedure Step 2: Selectie Step 3: Eerste gesprek We leren elkaar graag beter kennen tijdens een eerste gesprek, dat zowel online als op locatie kan plaatsvinden. Step 4: Tweede gesprek en mogelijk assessment en/of opvragen referenties Mogelijk plannen we nog een tweede gesprek met je in. Dit gesprek wordt eventueel aangevuld met een assessment. Ook kunnen hier referenties worden opgevraagd. Step 5: Arbeidsvoorwaardengesprek Na een positief gesprek, nemen we samen de arbeidsvoorwaarden door. Ben je benieuwd hoe de onboarding bij de RUG verloopt? Op onze informatiepagina voor nieuwe medewerkers lees je wat je kunt verwachten. Interested? Does this vacancy appeal to you? If so, click on the button below and apply straightaway. Please add the following documents to your application: • CV. • Cover letter. • Questions about your application process? Acquisition is not appreciated. Our selection procedure follows the guidelines of the NVP Application Code.