As staff member International you are responsible for the practical and administrative support of LOKO International’s daily operations. In addition, you also support the coordinator and other team members with the organisation of events for the Orientation Days and Think Abroad. You work under the direction of the coordinator International. Your job is very varied and there is enough room to gain experience and knowledge.
General:
* Several administrative tasks (writing meeting reports, e-mail correspondence, updating the calendar and website, ...)
* Maintaining weekly office hours at Pangaea where you help international students, ISA's and student unions and serve as a first contact point for international students
* Preparing work meetings of LOKO International (agenda, PowerPoint, report, ...)
* Stimulating local and international students to participate in events organized with the purpose of integrating the two groups (Think Abroad)
* Supporting the central division of LOKO when needed
* Supporting the coordinator in organizing workshops and trainings for student unions and ISA's regarding the representation of international students
* Supporting the coordinator in organizing events within broader campaigns such as the Orientation Days and Think Abroad
* Working on internal projects within LOKO International (FAQ's, website, international policy, …)
Communication:
* Supporting and informing the ISA's and the student unions regarding organizational issues and international policies during permanence hours
* Being a contact person for international students with problems where needed and referring the students to the relevant services
* Keeping in touch with the KU Leuven Student Services, Pangaea, student unions, ISA's and international students
* You are responsible for the practical communication between Pangaea and the student unions of Leuven
PROFILE
There is no specific job experience required. Experience with volunteering in student or youth organizations is an advantage!
Studies: a professional or academic bachelor's degree.
General competences:
* You work in a problem solving manner and are open for debate with your employer and colleagues
* You like to work together with people and meetings aren't dissuasive for you
* You can take up responsibilities
* You are flexible and open to work in evenings and weekends
* You have sufficient computer skills
* You are creative and willing to brainstorm about different projects
* You communicate well within your team and to the outside world (e.g. partners)
Specific competences:
* You are interested in and preferably have some knowledge of the international policy of KU Leuven and the city of Leuven
* You are sociable, comforting, accessible and always up for new experiences and contacts
* You have strong affinity with international students
* You are punctual and have a broad perspective on issues and a strong sense of responsibility
Languages:
* Dutch: very good (professional level)
* English: very good (professional level)
* Any other language knowledge is an asset
OFFER AND PERKS
* A challenging job in a rapidly changing environment, dealing with new issues in a dynamic atmosphere
* Close contact with students, both local and international, and elected student representatives in an open and inspiring working environment
* An independent and responsible function with room for own initiative, input and optimizations
* Meal vouchers
* Transport fee for using public transport or bike
* An extensive offer of internal and external trainings
HOW TO APPLY
Contact information:
Contact: Marlou Reijngoudt
Telephone: +32(0) 468 17 02 38
E-mail: ondervoorzitter@loko.be
More info? https://www.loko.be/en/over-loko/vacatures
How can I apply?
You can apply by e-mailing your CV (max. 2 pages) and motivation letter (max. 2 pages) until May 17th 2026. After a positive evaluation of your application, you will be invited for an interview in May. If you are selected, you will start your job at LOKO in August.