Junior Operations Manager – DCM

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Junior Operations Manager to support the preparation of expressions of interest and international project proposals, with a focus on administrative, procedural, and compliance aspects. Key Highlights: 1. Administrative support in preparing and submitting project proposals 2. Compliance management and communication with project managers 3. Communication with partners and external entities, predominantly in English CESO is a leading international development consultancy with over forty years of experience delivering services related to the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of public policies across various areas of sustainable development, primarily in international markets. Having implemented over 500 projects in 118 countries, we believe that the impact and sustainability of public policies depend on collaborative work with partners and clients, as well as on integrating our expertise to develop solutions that address the specific challenges of each new project. **Junior Operations Manager – DCM** *(Ref. GOJ 26/01\)* We are seeking a Junior Operations Manager to join our team and support the preparation of expressions of interest and international Development and Cooperation project proposals within the Commercial and Marketing Directorate (DCM), with a specific focus on administrative, procedural, and compliance (*compliance*) aspects. This role is essential to ensure the rigor, quality, and timely delivery required by international funders. **Your Responsibilities:** · Provide administrative support for preparing and submitting expressions of interest (EOI) and DCM project proposals, defining internal deadlines and proactively monitoring progress; · Prepare and organize required administrative and legal/qualifying documents (related to technical, financial, and professional capacity), in accordance with tender requirements and internal templates, and maintain an updated archive of such documents; · Verify formal and administrative compliance requirements for DCM EOI and project proposal submissions (*compliance*) and ensure regular communication with the respective DCM project manager(s); · Maintain organized digital archives of opportunities, expressions of interest, and proposals (SharePoint and ‘Sigo’ Portal), including terms of reference, clarifications, submitted documents, and client notifications; · Ensure written communication with partner counterparts and external entities, predominantly in English. · Communicate with clients, as needed, regarding clarification requests or contractual matters, and with external consortium partners for EOI and proposal preparation; · Assist in collecting and formatting CVs and their supporting documentation for proposals, when requested; · When necessary, research and gather information to include corporate information and other standard EOI and proposal materials; **Profile We Are Seeking:** · Completion of secondary education (12th grade) or higher degree in administrative, business administration, secretarial, or related fields; · Experience in administrative or operational support roles (preferred); · Strong command of English, both oral and written, is mandatory; proficiency in French is an advantage; · High sense of responsibility, assertiveness, and commitment to deadlines; · Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously under tight deadlines; · Strong attention to detail and precision in task execution; · Good planning, organizational, and time-management skills; · Stress resilience and ability to work under demanding deadlines; · Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (particularly Word and Excel); · Essential document formatting skills. Reporting to: Commercial and Marketing Director Duration: Initial 12-month contract (renewable) Planned Start Date: May 2026 Application Submission: Please send your CV and Motivation Letter to recursos.humanos@ceso.pt, indicating in the subject line: (Ref. "GOJ 26/01"), by 6 April 2026\. *Join CESO!* Employment Type: Full-time Experience: * Accounting: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: On-site