European Communication Project Manager

About the Position

We are looking for a European Communication Project Manager to join our EU Programs and Innovation Department. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing, disseminating, and communicating in European collaborative research and innovation projects, such as Horizon 2020, Horizon Europe, Interreg SUDOE, POCTEP, Erasmus+, etc. This role also includes administrative and financial management of the projects under their responsibility.

This position requires working under the deadlines set by the project leader, the European Commission, and/or other stakeholders involved.

Responsibilities

Planning

• Support the Head of the department in defining the project strategy (project scope, objectives, deadlines, etc.).
• Plan activities according to schedule and available resources.

Execution

• Establish and coordinate the project team.
• Develop the project plan activities, including multi-actor approach methodologies, activities to foster stakeholder engagement, surveys launch, social media management, communication campaigns, dissemination plans, and workshops organization.
• Manage project progress reports, preparing timesheets, financial, and technical reports according to the schedule established by the European Commission.

Monitoring

• Follow up the project plan in terms of activity, cost, and timings.
• Risk management and anticipation of bottlenecks. Analyze alternatives and propose solutions in coordination with the Head of the department and the work team.

Requirements

• University Degree. PhD and/or MBA will be appreciated.
• 3 years of experience in the management of European projects (FP7, H2020, INTERREG, LIFE...).
• 3 years of experience in the development of management, dissemination, and communication activities.
• Ability to speak, write, and read fluently in English (C1).
• Availability to travel.
• Good knowledge of graphic design software (Adobe Illustrator, Premiere, InDesign, After effects) and Content Management System (WordPress, Drupal, Buzzsprout) will be appreciated.

Skills

• Knowledge of project management standards and methodologies.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Capability of working in an international/multicultural environment.
• Capability and experience in team working.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate and work with both business people and academics.
• Result-oriented and focused on project delivery and its quality.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Full-time employment
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment

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