Vacant positions

• General support in activities related to gathering sectorial data, creating and nurturing our database, and contributing to the creation of necessary indicators and charts in our yearly market outlook; 
• Proactively engage with external stakeholders and experts for data collection; 
• Support the yearly delivery of our flagship report the DHC Market outlook, which brings together essential data on the state of the sector in European countries and beyond; 
• Monitor the production of quantitative and qualitative research on the district heating and cooling sector; 
• Support the delivery of high-quality market intelligence deliverables such as reports, webinars, or workshops; 
• Preparation of presentations and briefing notes for internal (team) and external meetings (industry, policy-makers);
• Contribute to our weekly team meetings with ideas and insights; 
• Undertake any other tasks as required by the Market Intelligence Director.

• You hold a degree in a relevant discipline such as Energy Economics, Sustainable Heating and cooling, Urban planning, Statistics, or similar; 
• Demonstrated knowledge of district heating and cooling technologies and heating and cooling markets; 
• Strong numerical and analytical skills as well as a solution-oriented mindset; 
• Attention to detail coupled with good time management skills; 
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Ability to work with data in a variety of formats; 
• Proactive approach to engage with external stakeholders and experts for data collection; 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Fluency in English and in at least one other EU language.

• You must be eligible to work in Belgium (EU citizen). 
• You have finished your studies. 
• You are able to start no later than 22 April 2024. 

We offer 

• A wonderful working environment in a fast-growing EU association, with a friendly and  international team.
• The opportunity to learn and grow, taking part in exciting projects and supporting the decarbonisation of the EU heating and cooling industry.
• Paid traineeship under "Convention d'immersion professionelle" for a duration of 6 months, with the possibility of extension (according to Belgian Law up to 12 months).  
• Salary package: 997,09 € per month, meal voucher (8€ per working day with a 1.09€ employee’s contribution), transportation allowance, GSM, internet, IT Equipment.

• Support the organisation and logistics of the events (venue selection, catering, audiovisual equipment, attendee registration, etc.).
• Assist in the preparation of promotional materials.
•  Support the membership on-boarding process.
•  Maintain the membership database and ensure data accuracy. 
• Assist in responding to member inquiries. 
• Provide general administrative support for a variety of tasks.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, events, or a related field. 
• Previous experience in event coordination, membership management, or administrative roles is an advantage. 
• An interest in working in the energy sector or European associations.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and oral). Proficiency in additional EU languages is a plus. 
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). 
• Experience with membership databases / CRM software or willingness to learn. 
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned responsibilities and commitment to learning and growing within the internship role. 
• An ability to multi-task with attention to detail. 
• Occasional travel for physical event organisation, including staying overnight when necessary

• You must be eligible to work in Belgium (EU citizen). 
• You have finished your studies. 
• You are able to start no later than mid-April/beginning of May 2024. 

We offer 

• A collaborative and inclusive environment where your ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged. 
• Involvement in a variety of interesting tasks and projects with opportunities to learn and develop new skills. 
• Participation in events in Brussels and abroad, gaining valuable experience in event management. 
• A flexible working environment, with the possibility of working from home. 
• Paid traineeship under "Convention d'immersion professionelle" for a duration of 6 months, with the possibility of extension (according to Belgian Law up to 12 months).  
• Salary package: 997,09 € per month, meal voucher (8€ per working day with a 1.09€ employee’s contribution), transportation allowance (49€ per month), GSM, internet, IT Equipment.

You will mainly support DHC+ colleagues dealing with a wide spectrum of tasks including: 

• Access to funding: searching for and identifying relevant EU funding opportunities; 
• Project management and proposal writing: supporting the team with specific EU projects’ tasks;  
• Communication: online and offline workshops, social media (Twitter, LinkedIn), newsletters, communication materials, website, etc. 
• Knowledge and policy: collecting and coordinating inputs from stakeholders, drafting reports, contributing to studies and papers,  
• Education & Training (assisting in the organisation of various knowledge transfer and capacity building activities). 

• You have / or are about to get a Master's Degree in relevant topics. 
• You have project management, EU funding and Energy policy knowledge. 
• You have a genuine interest in working in clean energy sector. 
• You have experience with digital communication tools and social media. 
• You are a team player, flexible, eager to help and capable of working independently. 
• You are a self-starter and able to work independently, you are organised, you pay great attention to details, and you are able to keep deadlines. 
• You are fluent in English and can write in a concise and clear manner. 
• You are a creative communicator with an innovative mindset. 
• You have a good general knowledge of how the EU works. 

• You must be eligible to work in Belgium (EU citizen). 
• You are able to start no later than May/June 2024. 

We offer 

• An entry point into a dynamic & growing sector - these are exciting times to work in energy at EU level. 
• Involvement in a wide range of tasks with a high level of independence. 
• Excellent team spirit in a multinational environment. 
• Paid traineeship under “Convention d’immersion professionelle” (upon approval of the competent authority) for 6 months. Possibility of extension (according to Belgian Law up to 12 months). 
• Salary package: 997,09 € per month, meal voucher (8€ per working day with a 1.09€ employee’s contribution), transportation allowance (49€ per month), GSM, internet, IT Equipment. 

Administrative Support:

• Manage and maintain executives' schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements.;
• Coordinate meetings, preparing agendas, presentations, and meeting materials;
• Office Management and logistical support for meetings/events;
• Assist with the preparation and editing of documents, reports, and presentations;
• Perform general clerical duties, such as photocopying, scanning, and filing;
• Support/handle the relationship with suppliers;
• Maintain up-to-date assets’ lists and inventories;
• Help prepare Word, PowerPoint, and Excel documents;
• Preparation of Board meetings and General Assembly;
• Taking minutes of meetings;
• May perform additional missions upon request 

Personal Assistance:

• Provide personal assistance to company executives, including managing personal calendars, appointments, and errands;
• Arrange personal travel, accommodations, and reservations as needed;
• Assist with personal tasks and projects as assigned

Office Management:

• Ensure the smooth operation of the office by organizing and maintaining office supplies, equipment and facilities;
• Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and service providers as necessary;
• Assist in the onboarding of new employees by preparing workspaces

• Previous experience in a similar role providing both office and personal assistance;
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work;
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with office equipment;
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information;
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and requirements

• You must be eligible to work in Belgium (EU citizen). 

What we offer:

• The position is based at our premises in Brussels;
• The position entails a permanent contract (full-time or part-time), renumeration based on level of experience;
• Extra benefits: meal vouchers, GSM and Data, transport allowance