Junior Non-Key Expert Public Space Manager EH Struga

Assignment objective(s)

Based full-time in Struga the role of the Public Space Manager will be multi-fold:

1. S/he will be responsible for the smooth functioning of the EH as public space and running of all daily activities of the respective EH. Tasks range from: ensuring high visibility and interest in EH services from individual and group visitors, assist the organisation of events in EH premises, organisation of other optimal customer service including public queries, dissemination of requests and follow-up on approved sponsorships. S/he will foster relationships with local and regional providers to share resources and information with the goal of cultivating EHs as safe and vibrant communities.

2. Pro-actively initiate and get engaged with the creation, development, organisation and full implementation of visible and popular public events in their respective regions and at respective EHs public spaces.

3. S/he will oversee the daily operations and maintenance of EH as a public area, ensuring they are clean, safe, and well-maintained for the public’s enjoyment. This role encompasses a range of backstopping responsibilities, from managing indoor and outdoor green spaces and infrastructure to addressing safety concerns and fostering community engagement.

4. S/he will provide for basic book-keeping of the EH running costs on monthly basis and contribute towards the financial reporting towards the EUD.

The Public Space Manager will also hold responsibility for the local social media accounts and, while doing so will ensure close coordination with the Social Media Manager, as well as the Creative Manager.

5. Main Tasks/Activities

For this activity, we envisage one JUNIOR expert to ensure smooth financial and administrative management of EU Skopje, planning, organisation and running of all daily activities of the respective EH.

6. Related Outputs

Each Expert is expected to perform and not limited to the following tasks:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of Europe House as a dynamic public space

• Ensure high visibility, visitor engagement, and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere

• Support the organization and delivery of engaging public events and activities

• Build and maintain partnerships with local and regional stakeholders and communities

• Ensure the space is safe, clean, well-maintained, and ready for public use

• Keep basic monthly records of running costs and support financial reporting

• Manage and contribute to the Europe House’s local social media channels, including creation and promotion of content related to local activities and events, in coordination with the network team.

7. Timing and duration of mission/s

The selected experts shall be engaged full-time in the period from March 2026 until 15 January 2031. Experts will be allowed to register actual working hours in the timesheets.

8. Expert’s profile

Qualifications and skills

• A Bachelor degree
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Macedonian (Albanian will be considered as an asset)
• Fully computer literate;

General Professional experience 

• Minimum 2 years’ general experience in business and/or office and/or public space management;

Specific Professional experience 

• Experience in office administration (assistance, archiving, recording) and basic financial management/bookkeeping;
• Experience in social media management ;
• Working experience in EU funded projects and good understanding of the European Union, EU values, and EU-related topics
• Strong organisational, communication, and coordination skills, with the ability to manage a busy public space, engage diverse audiences, oversee daily operations and social media activities (not applicable for PSM Skopje), and work effectively within a networked team environment.
• Dynamic, motivated, highly committed, and reliable, with a willingness to work long-term.

10. Performance indicators

The indicators reflecting the expert’s performance are: good planning and execution of the assignment, timely presentation of results and outputs, quality of documents and monthly reporting to be provided to the Team Leader and the Beneficiary.

11. Evaluation of work

Performance of the expert will be assessed by the Team Leader and Project Manager based on the monthly reporting from the expert.

12. Other arrangements

Liaise with Team Leader and the other experts when needed on all steps related to the accomplishment of the above mentioned tasks, to inform and receive approval on all implementation aspects as per Europe House internal rules and procedures.

In accordance with the standard operating procedure, the expert will accomplish and sign a monthly timesheet for approval and signature by the Team Leader and EUD, reflecting the actual number of workdays rendered, briefly indicating the place where, and the task for which, these were rendered.

Applications, including a CV and Cover Letter, should be sent to aneta.spirkoska@gopa.eu and euwithyou_mk@gopa.eu no later than 10 March 2026 (close of business).

Please indicate the following in the email subject line:
Application_Position_Struga

Only shortlisted candidates who meet the required criteria will be contacted.