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GNP+ is a global network operated by and for people living with HIV/AIDS. The aim of GNP+ is to improve the quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS. It achieves this through its activities in the areas of advocacy, capacity building and communication. The Network has a board of twelve members, two of which represent partner networks in six different regions. The central secretariat is based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. For more information, please visit our website at www.gnpplus.net

GNP+ has a fulltime position available for a Conference Coordinator for the 12th International Conference of People living with HIV/AIDS in Lima, 9-13 October 2005.

Principle job duties will focus on providing management expertise and administrative support to the local and international conference planning committees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the management and production of the conference programme
• Manage administrative activities concerning hosting participants including registration, scholarships, travel, accommodations and translation services
• Coordinate special meetings and events in preparation for and at the conference
• Support fundraising and grant-reporting activities in both Lima and Amsterdam
• Monitor the conference budget

The Conference Coordinator will report to the International Coordinator and work closely with the staff at the central secretariat, the international Conference Organising Committee, the Local Organising Committee and other Coordinators.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent organisational and pacing skills
• Experience in administration and in organising large events, especially international HIV/AIDS events
• Fluency in English and (preferably) Spanish
• Higher level education, including professional administrative development and/or training

GNP+ is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the nature and aim of GNP+, HIV+ people are highly encouraged to apply for this position. GNP+ offers a fulltime contract for the duration of five months, starting as soon as possible and ending 15 December 2005.

For a full job description, please go to the Conferences link at www.gnpplus.net
To apply, please send your CV, with a cover letter motivating how your experience has prepared you for this position.

Closing date: 11 July 2005.

Contact details:
GNP+ att. of Mr. Rick Jones
P.O. Box 11726 1001GS Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Tel: +31 20 423 4114
Fax: +31 20 423 4224
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