Company Description GOPA is a leading European partner for public institutions, governments, and private investors working on cross-sector and cross-border challenges. With around sixty years of experience in public sector consulting, engineering, and communication for change, GOPA delivers professional services in international cooperation that create measurable, sustainable impact. The group operates through three expert companies—GOPA Tech (Engineering), GOPA Pro (Consulting), and GOPA Com. (Connecting)—supported by a growing global network of country offices and branches. GOPA works closely with clients, communities, and stakeholders to turn ideas into real-world solutions, from infrastructure and economic development to entrepreneurship and policy dialogue across Europe and worldwide. Applicants can explore GOPA Pro’s consulting expertise and GOPA’s broader project portfolio online to understand the organization’s international reach and commitment to long-term partnerships.
Role Description The Project Executive for the EU–Malaysia Cooperation Facility will support the planning, coordination, and day-to-day management of project activities between European Union stakeholders and Malaysian counterparts. This contract position is based in Kuala Lumpur City as a hybrid role, combining on-site collaboration with partners and team members with some work-from-home flexibility. Key tasks include organizing meetings, workshops, and events; preparing project documentation, minutes, and progress reports; and maintaining regular communication with EU, Malaysian government, and local partner institutions to ensure smooth implementation. The role involves monitoring timelines and deliverables, contributing to technical and administrative project reporting, and supporting financial and logistical arrangements in line with donor and GOPA procedures. The Project Executive will also assist in stakeholder engagement, information sharing, and knowledge management to strengthen cooperation outcomes and visibility of the EU–Malaysia facility.
Qualifications
- Project management and coordination skills, including experience with planning, scheduling, and monitoring activities in international or donor-funded projects.
- Stakeholder engagement and communication abilities, with demonstrated capacity to liaise effectively with government institutions, international partners, and local organizations.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills, including documentation, reporting, minute-taking, and basic financial or logistical support.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the aptitude to interpret project information, identify risks, and propose practical solutions.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia or other relevant languages is an asset.
- Comfort working in a multicultural, international environment and collaborating across time zones and institutional cultures.
- Proficiency in standard office software (e.g., MS Office, online collaboration tools) and familiarity with project management or CRM systems is beneficial.
- Bachelor’s degree in international relations, political science, economics, public administration, or a related field; relevant experience in EU cooperation or international development is a strong