Project Manager – EU Funded Projects

Job Description

In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise

Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we’ve united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.

Infinera is now part of the Nokia Corporation and its subsidiaries. When you apply, the information you share will be handled with care and used only for recruitment purposes within the group.

As a part-time Project Manager for EU and German government-funded projects, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and driving initiatives that have a meaningful social impact. You will work closely with a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with timelines, deliverables, and reporting obligations while fostering collaboration among international partners. Your organizational skills will be instrumental in managing day-to-day operations, tracking project progress, and handling logistics. You will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that values flexibility, innovation, and teamwork. Our culture encourages your professional growth, providing you with training opportunities and diverse projects. Join us in shaping impactful projects that contribute to community development and research advancement.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Oversee daily operations of EU and German government-funded projects to meet timelines and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and compliance with reporting obligations and funding regulations.
• Prepare and manage project documentation, including reports, timesheets, and tracking tools.
• Coordinate budget planning and financial tracking with finance and grant teams.
• Arrange travel logistics for project-related events, including transportation and accommodations.
• Lead the scheduling and documentation of project meetings, ensuring clear agendas and follow-ups.
• Act as the primary liaison among stakeholders, including funding authorities and international partners.
• Support the drafting and submission of new project applications and progress reports.
  
  

Key Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field
• 2–3 years of experience managing EU and/or German publicly funded projects
• Fluency in German and English – written and spoken
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• A meaningful part-time role (approx. 25 hours/week) with flexibility in schedule and work location (hybrid/remote possible).
  
  

It would be nice if you also had:

• Familiarity with tools such as the Funding & Tenders Portal or easy-Online
• Experience in financial reporting or budget oversight for publicly funded projects
• Background in working with non-profits, research institutions, or international organizations
• Proficiency in project coordination tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, or MS Project)
  
  

About Us

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.

We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark
  
  

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

About The Team

The pandemic has highlighted how important telecoms networks are to society. Nokia’s Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to bring more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise.