BUILD 2017: International Urban and Public Policy Conference

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BUILD: Volunteer Positions

The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) is seeking volunteers to support operations at its annual convening of city leaders from the U.S. and Europe, BUILD. BUILD will take place from November 15th to 17th, 2017 in Detroit Michigan.

Volunteers will get first-hand experience providing operational support for a major international conference, engage with cutting-edge urban policy content, and expand their professional network.

Description of Tasks

GMF offers the opportunity for highly motivated students and young professionals to take part in the logistical coordination of BUILD. Volunteers will be offered the opportunity to work with a variety of teams including communications, guest relations, transportation, production, and more.

The BUILD 2017 Volunteer program will offer motivated students and young professionals in the fields of Urban and Regional Policy an exclusive opportunity to participate in parts of the official program, network with leading industry voices, and gain a working behind the scenes knowledge of large scale event production.

GMF requires the applicants inform them of their availability during the days of the conference to better facilitate scheduling. We may also ask that volunteers work on conference preparations during the week before Build (November 12th - 15th) depending on availability. On your form, please indicate your availability during the days of the conference. If you are not positive at this time, you may insert tentative availability and notify us closer to the dates of the event.

For further information or if you have any questions, please email Zachary Tarrant at ztarrant@gmfus.org.


To Apply, please fill out the application at the following link: https://app.wizehive.com/appform/login/build_volunteers

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness to work within a team
• Ability to work in an intercultural and fast-paced environment
• Interest in Urban & Regional Policy, and inclusive, sustainable, and globally engaged cities
• Flexibility to work long and demanding hours
• Experience in event management is a plus, but not necessary
• Full availability during the course of the conference
• Proficiency in another European language is a plus but not necessary

* If you have any preference and/or experience in one of the following fields (guest relations, production, transportation assistance, and/or media), please indicate it in your cover letter.