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Published: 23 December 2021

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We Are Hiring!!

 

Apply Today To Become The Newest Member Of Our PWN Norway Team

 We are a community advancing gender-balanced leadership through high-level events, networking, and professional development programs. We are affiliated with PWN Global, an international network of city groups that support and promote professional women.

 Since our foundation in 1994, we have been a leading forum in Norway for resourceful women from all around the world. We are a volunteer-based non-profit organization that offers a one-stop platform to connect with like-minded professionals from across the world - to develop your skills and competencies and to share your experience and knowledge.

 As a member of the PWN Norway community, you can:

 

• Access a ready built global professional network that will help you to achieve your career aspirations

• Learn from diverse sources (local events, mentoring, forums, webinars and dynamic content) how you can advance your career and make a difference in gender balance globally

 

If you want to join our team at PWN Norway, check out the open positions at PWN Norway below.

(PS: These positions are location-based volunteer roles. )

 

Project Managers

 

 PM Events - Oslo

 

 Our VP of Events is looking for talented Project Managers to join the Events Dream Team in Oslo/Stavanger. Is this you?

 

REQUIREMENTS

• We are seeking motivated, organized, and outgoing PWN Norway members to help support the facilitation and management of our events. This includes monthly meetings, co-hosting webinars, networking sessions, and special events.

 

If you are someone who is able to shine both behind the scenes and on the stage, have a track record of successful event coordination, and are keen on leveling up PWN Norway’s profile then send your CV + cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

PM Marketing – Oslo

 

Our marketing team is looking for reinforcement to support us with PWN Norway content and digital marketing efforts. Are you a passionate writer, a ruthless editor, and a team player? Do you have a ridiculous love for words, books, and stationary? If this is you then we'd love to have you on our team.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write high-engagement social media content that reflects our brand's voice

• Collaborate with team members to develop a variety of written content and copy

• Produce content and copy that adheres to the company's style guidelines

• Proofreading and editing

• Propose copy concepts and present underlying strategic thinking to business leaders

• You will commit to approximately 5-10 hours of work per week and one meeting per month.

 

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in Journalism, Marketing or Communications

• Demonstrated success in managing a brand's social media presence

• Experience in producing copy and content for various marketing channels

• Proficiency with G-Suite, Mailchimp, Slack, and Microsoft Office software

• Language: English

 

We guarantee interesting projects, exposure to our network of entrepreneurs and Board members, and a dedicated and loving team.

 

If interested, please share your CV and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.

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Published: 23 December 2021

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PWN Norway Project “ Job Club”

By Ellen Young

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dear member,

If you are interested in learning about Norwegian work culture, Norwegian norms for applications, interviews, and other aspects of the 'Norsk job-hunting process, then we want to invite you to join PWN Norway's 'Job Club.'

Job Club will include several workshops geared towards successfully helping you land that dream job here in Norway.

The focus will be on:

• CVs

• LinkedIn

• Applications

• Interviews

• Norwegian work culture

• Negotiation

• Your priorities

Program Schedule: January 2022 - March 2022

Application Deadline (extended): December 31

Register NOW

In case of any questions, please write to us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Let's get one step closer to fulfilling work here in Norway!

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Published: 28 September 2021

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We Are Hiring!! Apply Today To Become The Newest Member Of Our PWN Norway Team

 

We are a community advancing gender-balanced leadership through high-level events, networking, and professional development programs. We are affiliated with PWN Global, an international network of city groups that support and promote professional women.

 

Since our foundation in 1994, we have been a leading forum in Norway for resourceful women from all around the world. We are a volunteer-based non-profit organization that offers a one-stop platform to connect with like-minded professionals from across the world - to develop your skills and competencies and to share your experience and knowledge.

 

As a member of the PWN Norway community, you can:

 

• Access a ready built global professional network that will help you to achieve your career aspirations

• Learn from diverse sources (local events, mentoring, forums, webinars and dynamic content) how you can advance your career and make a difference in gender balance globally

 

If you want to join our team at PWN Norway, check out the open positions at PWN Norway below.

(PS: These positions are location-based volunteer roles. )

Board Member, President

 

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The PRESIDENT is the head of the PWN Norway. She is responsible for providing overall leadership in the development and implementation of policies to achieve the growth and sustainability of the organization as a whole. The President leads the Board Meetings, encouraging a full and fair discussion of issues while maintaining control of the process. The President also presides over the meetings of the General Assembly. The specific activities outlined below are in addition to assuming the duties and responsibilities applying to all Board members to act in accordance with the law and good governance and management practices, see above.

 

The President does not act in isolation. She consults regularly with fellow Board Members and members, especially in advance of taking any action, as the ability to plan and unite is critical. The President, and other designated representatives, have general authority to speak on behalf of PWN Norway.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• Association Governance and Strategy

• Leads and coordinates the strategic vision on how the organization can support the continued sustainability and growth as a whole.

• Develops clear goals for the PWN Norway that are consistent with developed and agreed strategies. Sets priorities in terms of our investment in specific activities and assignments and identifies which programs will best achieve agreed objectives.

• Ensures that all Board Members and Committee Leaders adhere to and deliver against their defined roles and responsibilities.

• Chairs and develops an agenda for Board Meetings and the annual and extraordinary meetings of the Strategic Retreat and Mid-Year Retreat. This includes soliciting and receiving agenda input and ensuring timely distribution of the agenda well in advance of the meeting.

• Oversees the preparations of the Annual Strategic Retreat.

• Approves a schedule for PWN Norway and supports the committees on requested events in order to strengthen local presence.

• Writes welcome message for website, reviews quarterly e-Newsletter, and contributes to other items as needed.

• Develops “discussion points” for Board Members making appearances on behalf of PWN Norway.

• Assists in the development of the PWN Norway’s annual report.

• While the President is the official spokesperson for PWN Norway,, the full board shares in the work.

• Represents PWN Norway in events hosted by third parties that further the mission of the network.

• Serves as a spokesperson to the media on developing network stories.

• Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority.

• Ensures that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to Intern.

• Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills.

• Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines.

• Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to the board.

• Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative.

• Appoints interim and special committees, task forces and representatives, and makes replacement appointments.

 

TIME COMMITMENT:

 

• This role may require 5 days per month although it depends on the structure of the Board. 10-15 hours per month.

• Travel of 1-2 times a year on behalf of network activities and conferences, corporate partnership meetings are all part of this.

 

IDEAL BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE

 

• A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible business experience, preferably in an international environment. Experience in as many of the following fields as possible: human resource management, law, finance/budgeting, technology or related areas. Experience in managing high-level contacts in business, government, international organizations or civil society organizations.

• Demonstrated experience setting strategy and motivating and leading 10 or more individuals.

 

If interested, please send your CV/Cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Board Member, Vice President

 

VP Mentoring

 

ROLE DESCRIPTION

 

• The VP Mentoring in coordination develops the organization’s overall strategy for developing and supporting mentoring.

• The specific activities outlined below are in addition to assuming the duties and responsibilities of all Board Members, see above.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Develops and manages the annual budget for the mentoring program.

• Builds relationships with external, complementary initiatives.

• Coordinate and understands the best practice of Mentoring and coaching for Norway.

• The VP Mentoring in coordination develops the organization’s overall strategy for developing and supporting mentoring.

• Recruits an engaged committee to assist with the above activities.

 

TIME COMMITMENT

 

• Approx. 10-15 hours per month

 

IDEAL BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE

 

• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible business experience, preferably in an international environment.

• Strong experience in Good Governance, Executive Management, together with experience in as many of the following fields as possible: human resource management, law, finance/budgeting, technology or related areas.

• Working across cultures and fluency in written and spoken English.

 

If interested, please send your CV/Cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to hearing from you!

 

VP Treasurer

 

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The TREASURER is the primary steward of PWN Norway’s financial resources. The Treasurer serves as an advisor to the Board on the financial impact of all decisions of the organization and ensures that the financial aspects of the organization are managed in conformance with the Federation’s financial policies and Norway’s Law and Regulations. All accounts are in Norway.

The Treasurer is responsible for ensuring that the organization’s financial reports are fully available to the Board and its members. It is her job to inform the Board of the financial implications of any proposed decisions. The specific activities outlined below are in addition to assuming the duties and responsibilities of all Board members act in accordance with the law and good governance and management practices, see above.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Management of revenue and expenses of the organization and define yearly forecast and budget. This includes recording income/expenses, balancing all budgets and closing year-end accounts, and preparing all quarterly financial statements for board meetings, reviewing and monitoring all possible discrepancies.

• Oversees the review of and monitoring of monthly bank statements against income/expenses recorded, collect, review and pay bills (by check or bank transfer.) Follow up on any unpaid transactions or errors in charges.

• Oversees the review of Corporate lists and invoices sent, records and monitors ongoing transactions.

• Before the annual Strategic Retreat, the Treasurer prepares a draft of (i.) the results of the audit of the prior fiscal year, (ii.) a report to be presented at the Strategic Retreat, and (iii.) a budget for the next fiscal year for approval by the Board.

• Provides new Board Members with a basic understanding of the organization’s financial structure and fiscal policies.

• Time Commitment: Approx. 10-15 hours per month

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

 

Demonstrate relevant professional qualifications and experience in managing funds, making sound financial policies and producing financial reports.

 

IDEAL BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE

 

• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible business experience, preferably in an international environment.

• Strong experience in accounting and finance/budgeting, together with experience in as many of the following fields as possible: human resource management, law, finance/budgeting, technology or related areas.

• This person must be knowledgeable with Norwegian accounting rules and Norwegian Fiscal laws.

• Working across cultures and fluency in written and spoken Norwegian and English in required in addition to other languages is ideal.

 

If interested, please send your CV/Cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to hearing from you!

VP Partnerships

 

ROLE DESCRIPTION

 

• The VP PARTNERSHIP establishes, develops and expands revenue-producing and other beneficial relationships with strategic business, research, technical and related partners that enhance PWN Norway’s positioning. The specific activities outlined below are in addition to assuming the duties and responsibilities of all Board Members (see above).

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Gains an understanding of the environment in which PWN Norway operates in order to determine trends and needs of current and potential partners that would translate into new opportunities.

• Identifies, qualifies and establishes formal relationships with business partners. Develops a shared IT/CRM system and process for monitoring progress on leadership development.

• Develops and implements partnership goals and objectives thus finding the best ways to accomplish partner’s needs and objectives.

• Supports and facilitates contract negotiations and creates consistency in partnership agreements.

• Works with key parts of the organization to develop and launch new program services and spearhead successful implementation alliances in a quick and efficient manner.

• Manages partner relationships and ensures issues are identified, resolved, and prevented.

• Expands relationships with current strategic partners by supporting the introduction of additional products and services and the growth of additional users of joint offerings.

• Measures, interprets and reports on key alliance performance.

• Recruits an engaged committee to assist with the above activities

 

TIME COMMITMENT

 

• Approx. 10-15 hours per month

 

IDEAL BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible business experience, preferably in an international environment. Experience in as many of the following fields as possible: human resource management, law, sales, finance/budgeting, technology or related areas.

• Experience in negotiation, contract management and/or sales.

• Working across cultures and fluency in written and spoken English in required in addition to other languages is ideal.

 

If interested, please send your CV/Cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to hearing from you!

VP Events

 

ROLE DESCRIPTION

 

• The VP Events is responsible for the planning of and execution of monthly events offered by PWN Norway.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Organizes monthly, special, and member events.

• Builds the network by engaging with and maintaining relationships with the speakers at PWN events.

• Maintains information database of past speakers.

• Provides surveys via the Internet or hard copy for members to provide input on events.

• Establishes a rapport with vendors and files information on cost, etc. in the database.

 

TIME COMMITMENT:

 

• Approx.10 -15 hours per month

 

IDEAL BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE

 

• Thorough understanding of the PWN membership experience. Member of PWN for 12 months or more.

• 5+ years of progressively responsible business experience, preferably in an international environment. Exposure to Human Resources, Marketing, Coaching, and/or Data Analysis is a plus.

• Ability to maintain relationships with vendors.

 

If interested, please send your CV/Cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Project Managers

PM Membership - Oslo/Stavanger

 

Are you our newest team member? Our Membership team is looking for a talented Project Manager.

 

PWN Norway is a community advancing gender-balanced leadership through high-level events, networking, and professional development programs.

 

We are looking for new team members to join our membership team to support our VP Membership as project managers and help serve a global community.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to attend the majority of the in-person monthly events. (Essential)

• You will support the Events team by being present at the monthly member events and welcoming members and guests, generate and hand out name tags, and record attendance.

• Support the Events team by creating a better event experience. Identify new members at events, welcome them personally and introduce them to other volunteers and board members.

• Support the Treasurer by providing data on members where required.

• Support the Marketing team by responding to membership inquiries forwarded from Facebook or social media in general.

• Address inquiries related to the membership process

• Manage the membership renewal process

 

REQUIREMENTS

- Ability to attend in-person events (either in Oslo or Stavanger, depending on your location).

- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

- Time Commitment: Approx.10-15 hours per month

 

If interested, please send your CV/Cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to hearing from you!

PM Events - Oslo

 

Our VP of Events, Edee Carey is looking for talented Project Managers to join the Events Dream Team in Oslo. Is this you?

 

REQUIREMENTS

• We are seeking motivated, organized, and outgoing PWN Norway members to help support the facilitation and management of our events. This includes monthly meetings, co-hosting webinars, networking sessions, and special events.

 

If you are someone who is able to shine both behind the scenes and on the stage, have a track record of successful event coordination, and are keen on leveling up PWN Norway’s profile then send your CV + cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

PM Marketing – Oslo

 

Our marketing team is looking for reinforcement to support us with PWN Norway content and digital marketing efforts. Are you a passionate writer, a ruthless editor, and a team player? Do you have a ridiculous love for words, books, and stationary? If this is you then we'd love to have you on our team.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write high-engagement social media content that reflects our brand's voice

• Collaborate with team members to develop a variety of written content and copy

• Produce content and copy that adheres to the company's style guidelines

• Proofreading and editing

• Propose copy concepts and present underlying strategic thinking to business leaders

• You will commit to approximately 5-10 hours of work per week and one meeting per month.

 

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in Journalism, Marketing or Communications

• Demonstrated success in managing a brand's social media presence

• Experience in producing copy and content for various marketing channels

• Proficiency with G-Suite, Slack, and Microsoft Office software

• Exceptional writing skills with the nuances of social media writing

• Language: English

 

We guarantee interesting projects, exposure to our network of entrepreneurs and Board members, and a dedicated and loving team.

 

If interested, please share your CV and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.

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Published: 28 September 2021

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If Not You, Who? If Not Now, When?

By Marike Stassar

I am sure you have heard this statement before. It is a call to action to be the change you want to see in the world. Because what the world needs today is people like you and me, who want to make a positive contribution, so mother earth is cared for and all life can flourish on this beautiful planet.

 

When our physical, mental, and emotional needs are met, sooner or later, we all come to a place from where we want to be of service. Our highest purpose is to serve others with our unique gifts and talents. And doing meaningful work brings us immense joy.

 

So, it is a win-win!

 

However, I have seen that there are two things that keep us from living a life from our highest purpose:

 

1. We don't know our purpose; we have never truly looked inside ourselves to discover our soul's desire, our why.

2. We feel not good enough because "who am I to ….?"

 

Last year in PWN's newsletter, I talked about finding your soul's purpose. This time I would like to talk about the other stumble block: the imposter syndrome.

 

What is imposter syndrome?

 

Simply put, imposter syndrome is doubting your skills, talents, or accomplishment. 80% of women and 40% of men have it, so you are in good company! Some don't even know they have it. It involves feelings of self-doubt, not being good enough, low self-confidence, fear of failure, and wanting to be perfect. We all know that these feelings are not serving you when you want to go out there and make a difference in the world.

 

How to deal with it?

 

Real confidence comes from finding and living your purpose with a career that gives you meaning. One thing you can do is to dig into your why (check out Simon Sinek's book and my previous newsletter post). Another powerful thing is identifying and reframing your core beliefs, values, habits, and emotions deep in the subconscious.

 

One of the techniques I love for this is Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®), created by Marisa Peer. It is a technique that achieves lasting results very quickly and combines principles of hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, NLP and CBT and neuroscience. Anxiety, stress, a lack of self-esteem and addiction are just a few of the many ailments RTT® can help alleviate by going to the root cause of the issue and rewiring the brain's neural pathways.

 

How can we help each other?

 

I am committed to helping people live their full potential and use their unique gifts and talents to make the world a better place. This month I am graduating as RTT® Hypnotherapist, and to celebrate, I would like to offer a free RTT® session to a few PWN members as a gift.

 

If this sounds like something you would be interested in, let's connect. I can't wait to help you transform your life! Because the world is waiting for you.

 

About the Author:

Marike holds a Ph.D. in Science and is a certified NLP Master Practitioner, trained Intuitive Coach and soon RTT® hypnotherapist. She also teaches spiritual development and meditation.

 

She is dedicated to helping change leaders step into their courage and lead with a clear purpose that has its roots in human values and conscious awareness. She was born in the Netherlands and moved to Norway in 2002. She was a PWN board member in 2007 and has been a PWN mentor since 2016.

 

You can find her on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/new.friend.39

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marike-stassar-phd-3a82046/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marikestassar/

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