Job Announcement: Assistant to the OSP Manager (1 position, m/f)
INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SARAJEVO
Job Announcement
Assistant to the OSP Manager (1 position, m/f)
Pursuant to the Rector’s Decision No. IUS-REC 01-625/26 dated February 24, 2026, the International University of Sarajevo (IUS) invites applications for the following position:
Position Title:
Assistant to the OSP Manager
Required Qualifications:
- University degree in Education/Administration/Management, and/or other related field;
- Knowledge of English is essential;
- Knowledge of other language is desirable;
- Computer skills are essential;
- Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience;
- Experience in strategic planning, fundraising, networking and risk management; sponsored research/grant experience within higher education /experience in applying for domestic, EU and other projects is desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintains and updates all grant files and other official records, record keeping systems, records retention, records need to be both in hard and soft copies;
- Researches and interprets funding opportunities to determine appropriateness for the university;
- Assists with preparation project proposals and other documents, data entry of grant proposals/awards;
- Assists with preparation of monthly/annual reports by helping compile and logically format statistical data;
- Assists the Manager in all phases and aspects of the project;
- Complies and ensures quality of the administrative work for the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) which includes copying documents, answering telephones, providing information or routing calls to appropriate person, handling incoming mail and preparing outgoing mail, typing memos and other correspondence;
- Prepares meetings, agendas and related attachments;
- Maintains and updates the Office of Sponsored Programs website;
- Creates newsletters and other publication materials with the Manager’s assistance;
- Provides and schedules supporting activities associated with major meetings, conferences, training sessions, travel, ordering office supplies;
- Other duties assigned by the Manager.
For his work the employee is responsible to the OSP Manager.
What We Offer:
- A dynamic and international work environment;
- A supportive and collegial atmosphere;
- Opportunities for continuous professional development;
- Competitive salary and benefits;
- Team-building activities.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in English:
- A detailed resume (CV);
- A cover letter.
Applications may be submitted in one of the following ways:
- In person: At the IUS Protocol Office (Monday to Friday, 09:00–16:00);
- By post: Hrasnička cesta 15, 71210 Ilidža (please indicate the position on the envelope);
- Online: Via the “PRIJAVI SE NA OGLAS” option at mojposao.ba.
Additional Information:
The selection process includes a preliminary assessment of skills and motivation for shortlisted candidates.
The selected candidate will be offered a one-year fixed-term contract, including a six-month probationary period.
The application deadline is March 11, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Application materials will not be returned.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
