Care4You
Project Officer on EU-funded projects for an international association
Care4YouBelgium3 days ago
Full-timeOther

Our client is an international federation representing the interests of its members towards the EU institutions. Their human-sized and multinational office (+/- 12 people) is located in the Arts-Loi area and is currently looking to recruit a Project Officer on a permanent contract basis. This is a newly created position, due to a drastic increase in their activities.

 

Purpose of the role

 

Key responsibilities for this position will include project management support for the organisation’s  EU-funded projects.

 

Job Description


  • Supporting the preparation of EU project proposals and their submission, developing proposal narratives and budgets, completing the application forms and interpreting the regulations of the granting agencies
  • Managing successful proposals and providing support for the administration of research grants, including funding allocation, monitoring research expenditures and producing financial statements and reports
  • Collecting and analysing information, documentation and data
  • Drafting reports, deliverables (related to management and dissemination), minutes, presentations and other communication material
  • Supporting the EU project management team in liaising with the project consortiums and other key stakeholders
  • Monitoring the progress, milestones and deliverables of the projects – making sure that deadlines are met
  • Organising international events and working group meetings
  • Attending and reporting on project meetings and relevant workshops
  • Supporting the preparation, management and updating of the projects’ websites, databases and mailing lists
  • Active contribution to other day-to-day operations of the projects

 

Profile


·     University Degree, preferably Master’s level in a relevant field of expertise (Business Administration, Law/EU studies, Economics, Finance)

·     3 years of relevant work experience

·     Knowledge of Horizon Europe & LIFE projects is a strong asset, and so is an experience on collaborative projects and working with various stakeholders

·     Knowledge of general accounting, cost controlling and financial reporting principles

·     Knowledge of EU funding programmes and procedures is desired

·     Knowledge of/strong interest in EU policies

·     Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; fluency in other EU languages is an asset

·     Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

·     Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and take the initiative to meet deadlines

·     A commitment to the values and goals of the European Union

 

Offer


  • Starting date: ASAP!
  • A permanent and full-time contract
  • A competitive salary with a complete benefits package (luncheon vouchers, group insurance, DKV (including ambulatory and dental insurance), 24 holiday days
  • Homeworking schedule: 1 or 2 days per week
  • A motivating and challenging role within an influential international trade association
  • Opportunities to work and develop in an international environment.
  • A human-sized and dynamic team