JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CityNet is the largest association of urban stakeholders committed to sustainable development in the Asia Pacific region. Established in 1987 with the support of UNESCAP, UNDP and UN-Habitat, the Network of cities has grown to include over 160 municipalities, NGOs, private companies and research centers. We connect actors, exchange knowledge and build commitment to more sustainable and resilient cities. Through capacity building, city-to-city cooperation and tangible projects, we help our members respond to Climate Change, Disaster, Sustainable Development Goals and rising Infrastructure demands.

CityNet Secretariat is now inviting competent candidates with expertise in international business, organization operation, and fundraising to apply for the following :

• Programme Officer: 1 vacancy
• Operations Assistant: 1 vacancy

Please see below for more information on the job functions/responsibilities, job requirements, working conditions, and application procedure.

Under Secretary General: 

Responsibilities 

• Support organizing CityNet Executive Committee Meeting, CityNet Congress, and mission trips.
• Supervising overall and day-to-day management of CITYNET Secretariat
• Undertake missions for Congress and Executive Committee
• Supervising overall management of budget, settlement of account and personnel
• Making decisions on major agendas of the Secretariat
• Fundraising from donors and UN Agencies
• Planning and developing outreach strategies to expand membership network
• Other assignments delegated by the Secretary-General in pursuance of the objectives of CITYNET

Required qualifications 

*All applicants must meet all qualifications

• Strong working knowledge and experience in related fields such as urban development, international exchange, human resource management, management, economics, law, etc. and at least 15 years of experience in international organisations, public and private institutions, academia, research institutes, etc.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• No legal restrictions for overseas travel.

Preferred qualifications 

• Competency with any relevant experience for developing a cooperative relationship with major member cities such as Seoul Metropolitan Government
• Capacity to actively engage in networking with other organizations including international organizations, international non-profit organizations, and public organizations
• Experience in working on duties related to Asia-Pacific regional affairs

Core Competencies

• High level of English proficiency
• Conflict resolution & management skills
• Performance-oriented leadership and problem-solving skills
• Member-oriented mindset and communication skills
• Driven and forward-thinking mindset

Reporting and Supervision

• Secretary General

Working Conditions

• Location of office: CityNet Secretariat, 10F, Seoul Global Center, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Contract Term: 2 years from the day of contract
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday from 9:30 ~ 18:00 
• Working Language: English and Korean.
• Annual Salary (in KRW): one-hundred million

Required Documents 

All documents must be submitted in English

• Mandatory
  • CV
  • Cover Letter
    • Note: Cover letter should include your reason for applying for the positon wiht a detailed description of your background. 
    • Format: A4, MS Word
  • 2 Reference Letters (MS Word)
• Optional
  • Essay (A4, MS Word, 3 Pages)
  • Vision for sustainability of CityNet

Selection Process

• 1st Round: Application Reiview (Receiving Applications 23 December 2024 ~ 7 January 2025)
• 2nd Round: 2 Interviews
  • 1st interview: 1 day during the period of 14-17 January 2025
  • 2nd interview: 1 day during the period of 20-22 January 2025
• Please Note
  • Proposed dates are tentative and subject to change
  • Only selected candidates will be contacted and applicants who pass the first round will be individually notified with the date and location for the interview.

How to Apply

• Interested applicants should apply by 7 January 2025 (23:59). Submit applications to citynet.recruitment@gmail.com 
• For further inquiries, contact citynet.recruitment@gmail.com or +82-2-723-0646/0628

Programme Officer: 

Responsibilities 

• Support organizing CityNet Executive Committee Meeting, CityNet Congress, and mission trips.
• Facilitate knowledge and experience exchange among Korean CityNet members.
• Organize and manage international events including domestic and international forums and conferences.
• Translate and publish CityNet reports, plans, and monthly newsletter in Korean.
• Manage the overall process of project planning, application, management, and monitoring.
• Translate and prepare English-Korean documents, perform administrative tasks within the programs team.

Required qualifications 

• A bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Economics, Development Studies, Sociology, Asian Studies, Urban Studies, Tourism Management or any other relevant area. A master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 1 year of work experience in 1) facilitating partnerships, knowledge exchange, or joint projects between cities, 2) working with municipalities on public services, 3) planning international workshops, city forums or conferences, and managing logistics and content, and/or 4) drafting report and guidelines.
• Eligible Working Experience:
  • Working experience in international relations / international organization, local authorities, public institutions, embassies, universities, private institutions, etc.
• Fluent in English and Korean: must be fluent and accurate, orally and in writing.
• Nationality is irrelevant
• No legal restrictions on overseas travel.
• Applicants who have worked in or with a local authority will be given preference.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with fluency in Korean and English and an ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across different cultures in the Asia Pacific region.
• Advanced proficiency in Korean, with the ability to draft clear, professional reports and communicate complex ideas effectively for government agencies, local governments, and international organizations.
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with government agencies, local governments, international agencies, and private sector entities.
• Excellent computer skills (Core MS Office applications, Hancom Office, applications for virtual meeting software)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team

Desired Competencies

• Experience in working on duties related to Asia-Pacific regional affairs and having a comprehensive knowledge of social, economic and political development in the Asia-Pacific regions.
• Experience in the field of Sustainable Development Goals including climate change, urban infrastructure, disaster risk reduction and management
• Experience in implementing projects with governmental organizations (UN, KOICA, World Bank, etc)
• Proficiency in an Asian language (e.g. Chinese, Japanese, Indonesian or Malaysian Bahasa, Tagalog or any other regional language) is considered an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Start Date: During January 2025
• Location of office: CityNet Secretariat, 10F, Seoul Global Center, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Contract Period: One year including a three-month probationary period
  • Please Note: The contract term may be extended based on the results of an annual assessment and the needs of the organization.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday from 9:30 ~ 18:00 with a one-hour lunch break.
• Working Language: English and Korean.
• Annual Salary(in KRW): Will be determined based on the internal salary system (depending on the applicant’s abilities, work experiences, etc.)
  • Monthly salary(One twelfth of annual salary) shall be paid to your Korean domestic bank account by bank transfer on the 25th of each month after deductions of tax and the self-burden amount of all kinds of national pension/insurances according to domestic law.
• Please Note: The detailed annual salary is determined under the employment contract and only 80% of the monthly salary will be paid during the probationary period

Required Documents (There’s no designated form)

• Resume and Cover Letter (Mandatory, Must be in English, with photo, birth date & mobile phone # always reachable)
• Certificate of Graduation or Diploma (Mandatory, English or Korean)
• Certificate of Employment or Certificate of Employment History (Mandatory, English or Korean)
• Portfolio (Optional, English or Korean) *Including Concept Notes, Reports, Articles, etc.
• Language Proficiency Certificate (Optional)
• Any type of Certificate or License (Optional)
• In case of a national other than Republic of Korea(South Korea), copy of alien registration card(visa) including duration of stay issued by Korean government (Mandatory)

Application Process Timeline (subject to change)

• Application Deadline: 31st of December 2024. 23:59
• Interview: 29th of August (face to face)
  • Please Note: Applicants must be able to physically attend it at the designated day/time and always be reachable
    through their mobile phones, especially on 3rd& 6th January 2025 to be notified of interviews.
  • Interview venue address is office of CityNet Secretariat at 10F, 38, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
    
• Signing Employment Contract and Employment Starting Date : January 2025
  • Please Note: Only applicants who pass the screening and interview will be invited to participate in the next stage of the recruitment process. Furthermore, the recruitment schedule may be subject to change, depending on the circumstances.

How to Apply

• Submit the required documents to the following e-mail addresses : citynet.recruitment@gmail.com
  
  • (Email Subject Line must start with ‘Program Officer application’.)
• Deadline for submission: 31st December (Tue.) 2024, until 23:59
• For further inquiries, contact citynet.recruitment@gmail.com or +82-2-723-0646/0628

Operations Assistant: 

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Support CityNet Secretariat operations, including financial settlements and audits.
• Interpret meetings between Korean and English (vice versa).
• Manage budgets and accounting; assist with member management.
• Prepare and translate materials such as reports and references (Korean-English).
• Perform administrative tasks within the operations team.
• Assist with preparations of various format documents dealing with public/governmental matters
  • Please Note: Tasks and responsibilities may be adjusted by the Operations Team.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate students, or recent graduates.
• Fluent in both English and Korean, with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Nationality: Korean.
• Proficient in computer skills, especially in core MS Office applications (particularly Excel) and Hancom Office, as well as virtual meeting software.
• Ability to actively network with various organizations, including international organizations, non-profits, and public institutions.
• Ability to write or edit public/government documents is an asset.

Working Conditions

• Contract Period: 2 January 2025 (Thu.) ~ 30 June (Mon.), 2025    
  • Please Note: The contract term may be changed according to recruitment procedures and the needs of the organization.
• Office Location: CityNet Secretariat, 10F, Seoul Global Center, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday from 9:30 ~ 18:00, with one-hour lunch break
• One paid day off per month (including sick days)
• Benefits: National pension program, medical insurance, employment insurance, and occupational health and safety insurance
• Intern Stipend: 75,225 KRW per day with a statutory-leisure pay per week(amounts prior to tax and national pesion/insurances deductions)
  

Required Documents

※ All documents must be submitted in English; there’s no designated form or format

• CV (with Photo)
• Cover Letter (A4, MS Word) 
  • Please Note: The final candidate will be asked to send the copies of diplomas and the employment verification letters (if applicable) later.
• Language Proficiency Certificate (Optional)
• Certificate or License in the fields of accounting/finance and computer skills (Optional)

Application Process Timeline (subject to change)

• Application Deadline: 20 December 2024. 16:00
  • Please Note: Only applicants who pass the document assessment stage will be invited to participate in the next
    stage (interview) of the recruitment process.
• Interview: 26th December including morning (face to face)
  • Please Note: Applicants must be able to physically attend it at the designated day/time and always reachable through their mobile phones especially on 23rd December to be notified of interviews.
    
• Expected Starting Date: 2 January 2024

How to Apply

• Submit the required documents to the following e-mail addresses : citynet.recruitment@gmail.com
• For further inquiries, contact the CityNet Secretariat to citynet.recruitment@gmail.com
• Please Note: this position does not provide an employee-employer relationship between the successful applicant and CityNet Secretariat.