IVY Reporter for the Programme "Interreg NEXT MED"

IVY Reporter for the Programme "Interreg NEXT MED" Support transnational cooperation across the Mediterranean. VOLUNTEER Region of Valencia - Branch office Western Mediterranean is looking for an IVY volunteer! The volunteer will support the Programme “Interreg NEXT MED", Branch Office for the Western Mediterranean (Valencia, Spain), which aims to contribute to smart, sustainable, fair development for all across the Mediterranean basin by supporting balanced, long-lasting, far-reaching cooperation and multilevel governance. The programme mission is to finance cooperation projects that address joint socio-economic, environmental and governance challenges at Mediterranean level such as the uptake of advanced technologies, competitiveness of SMEs and job creation, energy efficiency, sustainable water management, climate change adaptation, transition to a circular and resource efficient economy, education and training, health care, etc. The volunteer will be carrying out the following tasks and activities: support Programme’s communication and information activities, helping to inform potential applicants and partners about our calls for proposals, events, and results; support the communication team and project officers in preparing news items, social media posts, newsletters, and other materials showcasing project achievements and Programme activities; support in updating the website, creating visual or written content, and contributing to outreach events or online campaigns. Other information: Financial support of: 29 euros per day (week-end and holidays included) . Location: Valencia, Spain. Start and duration: Starting in October, for 6 months. Languages*: English (C1), French (B2), and knowledge of Arabic (B2) (including national variants such as Algerian Arabic and Standard Algerian Amazigh for Algeria, or Tunisian Arabic (Derja/Tūnsu) for Tunisia) is considered an asset but is not mandatory. *Please be aware that the languages mentioned are the minimum level of command required. Deadline for applications: 2 August Website of the Interreg Programme: Homepage - Interreg NEXT MED Department Interreg Volunteer Youth Locations Valencia Valencia How we support you Financial support Every volunteer receives a stipend to cover expenses for food and accommodation. The amount provided allows them to live in similar conditions as the local population where they are volunteering, and ranges from 21.48 EUR to 92.96 EUR per day. Insurance IVY volunteers are fully covered with health, liability and accident insurance. AEBR arranges the policies for you for the entire duration of the experience, if needed. Contribution to travel costs Travel costs to relocate are covered by AEBR, based on lump sums according to the distance between the host organisation and your place of residence. The sum is allocated depending on the distance in km. Visa Volunteers are responsible for ensuring that they have the appropriate visa, residence permit, or any other authorization required to legally enter, reside, and carry out their volunteering activity in the hosting country. Once selected, volunteers are expected to complete all necessary administrative procedures, and submit the required documentation to the relevant authorities. For eligible volunteers relocating between countries participating in the IVY initiative, IVY will reimburse the costs associated with obtaining the required visa, and provide invitation letters and proof of financial means. However, the responsibility for identifying the correct visa, preparing the application, and completing the necessary formalities remains with the volunteer. Youth for a connected Europe IVY is a unique opportunity for young people who want to have an impact on the world we live in, by supporting solidarity actions through cooperation. Along with local actors, IVY volunteers tackle the challenges that Europe and its neighbouring regions are facing, helping to find and implement common solutions. About Interreg Volunteer Youth (IVY) Promoted by the European Union and the Association of European Border Regions (AEBR), the Interreg Volunteer Youth initiative is a programme for young people eager to gain new international experiences through volunteering. IVY offers a unique opportunity for Interreg projects and programmes to have a lasting impact on European cooperation.