Alternant·e au Service Jeunesse

Job Posting Organization:
Action contre la Faim, established in 1979, is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to combating hunger worldwide. Its humanitarian principles—independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, direct access to victims, professionalism, and transparency—have defined its identity for 45 years. The organization's mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection, and treatment of undernutrition, particularly during and after emergencies related to conflicts and natural disasters. Action contre la Faim coordinates its programs across seven areas of activity: Nutrition and Health, Mental Health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Psychosocial Support, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Food Security and Livelihoods, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Advocacy, Climate, and Research. In 2024, Action contre la Faim assisted over 26 million people in 57 countries worldwide. More information can be found at www.actioncontrelafaim.org.

Job Overview:
The position of Alternant·e at the Service Jeunesse involves supporting the development and implementation of projects in the Île-de-France region. The candidate will be responsible for mobilizing schools, prospecting new educational institutions to engage them in the Course contre la Faim initiative, and ensuring ongoing relationships with already engaged schools. This includes presenting the project to schools, fostering their commitment, and providing them with appropriate tools. The role also involves coordinating awareness-raising actions, planning sessions, managing logistics, and liaising with volunteers and schools. The candidate will participate in organizing a race that brings together multiple schools, providing support in advance and ensuring smooth operations on the day of the event. Additionally, the candidate will follow up on fundraising efforts, verify donations, and assist in communicating results to the schools. The position requires a strong commitment to humanitarian work and international solidarity, making it essential for the candidate to share the organization's values and mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the mobilization of educational institutions in Île-de-France for the Course contre la Faim initiative.
• Prospect and engage new schools by presenting the project and encouraging their participation.
• Maintain regular communication with existing partner schools to strengthen their commitment and provide them with necessary resources.
• Coordinate awareness-raising activities, including planning sessions and managing logistics.
• Participate in the implementation of awareness interventions and represent the organization during these events to ensure their success.
• Assist in organizing a race involving multiple schools, including pre-event coordination and logistics, as well as being present on the event day to ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Follow up on fundraising efforts post-event, including receiving and verifying donations, making follow-up calls if necessary, and supporting the communication of results to the schools.
• Support the overall development and implementation of projects within the Service Jeunesse in Île-de-France.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should be enrolled in a higher education program, preferably at the Bac +3/4 level, in fields such as business, entrepreneurship, communication, or possess a generalist education. A first experience in project management or event organization is required. The candidate should demonstrate strong commercial and interpersonal skills, with the ability to argue and persuade effectively. Organizational skills and attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to manage priorities and work collaboratively in a team environment. The candidate should enjoy engaging with diverse audiences and possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Comfort with numerical data and analytical capabilities is also necessary. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and a strong motivation for humanitarian work and international solidarity is a significant asset.

Educational Background:
Candidates should have a higher education background, ideally pursuing a degree at the Bac +3/4 level in areas such as business, entrepreneurship, or communication. A generalist education may also be acceptable, provided the candidate has relevant experience in project management or event organization.

Experience:
Candidates should have prior experience in project management or event organization. This experience can be from internships, volunteer work, or previous employment, demonstrating the ability to manage tasks effectively and work within a team.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory, as the position requires communication with schools and stakeholders in the Île-de-France region. Proficiency in English or other languages may be considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage with a broader audience.

Additional Notes:
The position is offered as an apprenticeship or professionalization contract for a duration of 12 months. The work location is in Montreuil (Seine-Saint-Denis), with a desired work rhythm of 3 days in the office and 2 days of remote work. Salary is based on the legal minimum, adjusted according to age and educational level, spread over 13 months. Employees are entitled to 21 days of RTT (reduced working time) and 25 days of paid leave, prorated based on presence. Health coverage is provided at 80% by Action contre la Faim. Transportation costs are reimbursed at 50% between home and workplace. Meal vouchers are partially covered by the organization, and employees receive additional social benefits. The organization supports remote work, allowing employees to choose to work fully or partially from home, with a requirement of 16 days per month at the office for meetings and collective events. The first six weeks will require two days of in-office presence per week for team integration. Frequent travel within the region is expected.