Intern, CEO Office
We Mean Business Coalition, Switzerland

Location: Madrid, London or Geneva (remote)

Reports to: Manager, CEO Office

Hours Per Week (Average): Full Time (40h per week)

Contract type: Fixed-term: 9 months contract. Renewal possibility

Starting date: ASAP

Overtime Status: Exempt

We Mean Business Coalition is a global coalition of non-profit business organizations, working with the world’s most influential businesses to?take action?on climate change. We are working to transform the world economy so that it is on track to limit global heating to 1.5C in ways that deliver sustainable economic growth and shared prosperity. Through unprecedented collaboration, we catalyze business action and drive ambitious policy to halve emissions by 2030 and accelerate an inclusive transition to a net-zero economy by 2050, at the latest.

To support our work, we are seeking a talented intern to join our CEO Office and to work directly with our Manager, CEO Office and with our CEO to ensure efficient and agile executive office operations. The role provides for a rare exposure into the workings of a non-profit executive office working with the world’s leading companies on climate change.

Responsibilities

Agendamanagement (70%)

• Proactive management of heavy agenda per CEO/Management Team needs
• Set-up and follow-up on (high-level) meetings and calls (both internal and external)
• Prepare and keep up-to-date a weekly/monthly schedule for CEO
• Conduct ad-hoc/brief desk research related to meetings so CEO is well-prepared
• Summarize research findings in briefing documents and PowerPoint slides under the supervision of the Manager, CEO Office

Travels and expenses management (15%)

• Book accommodation and flight for CEO travels
• Review and submit CEO expenses in the online expense management tool

Knowledge Management (15%)

• Making sure minutes of meetings and other key documents are saved and accessible on SharePoint
• Supporting the development of a streamlined document library structure so that files are appropriately stored internally

Experience and Academic background

• Recent graduates with first experience (incl. internships) in a professional (corporate) office environment

• Master’s Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Sustainability Management, Business Administration or relevant fields

Hiring Statement

All positions at We Mean Business Coalition are grant funded and are contingent upon continued funding.

Diversity at WMBC

We Mean Business Coalition is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, colour, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.

To Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume here. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until 16 April 2023.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment tasks, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to .

Requirements

• Ability to coordinate multiple deliverables and stakeholders (both internally and externally including C-Suite), and to work in?a fast-paced, changing?environment
• Excellent English communication skills, including strong writing and editing skills. Proficiency in other languages (esp. Spanish) is a plus
• Ability to conduct thoughtful, succinct research and analysis, and strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications especially Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and SharePoint is a must
• Knowledge and previous experience with Salesforce
• Self-starter with a strong interest in administration management, private sector engagement, corporate climate action, CSR, sustainability
• Ability to work independently and under short deadlines (while maintaining quality)

Benefits

Benefits and compensation vary per region and are competitive with local prevailing packages. Regardless of location, team members get equipment stipends to e

Job Rewards and Benefits