About EIT Manufacturing:

EIT Manufacturing is an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union. To find out more, please visit www.eit.europa.eu

EIT Manufacturing is the leading pan-European community fostering innovation in manufacturing through a unique active ecosystem. With 170+ partners, EIT Manufacturing connects businesses, startups, academia and research institutions to make innovation happen. www.eitmanufacturing.eu

EIT Manufacturing now invites applications for the position of

Regional Innovation Officer – EIT Manufacturing

Full-time position at the EIT Manufacturing Headquarter in Paris (Remote work possible)

About the position:

The selected applicant will be responsible for successfully implementing projects funded by Horizon Europe, other European funding schemes that EIT Manufacturing participates and supporting in additional projects under the Corporate Affairs and Strategic Initiatives Unit.

He/she will report to the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs & Strategic Initiatives or to a relevant delegate that the Director will indicate.

Missions and key Accountabilities:

• Promote EIT Manufacturing's involvement in RIS and relevant regions of interest,

• Responsible of the managing, development, monitoring and implementation of Strategic and Regional Initiatives related to Manufacturing sector activities. For example – but not restricted to –coordination of EIT RIS HUBs network, EIT Community RIS Hubs, or similar networks, ensuring effective collaboration.

• Community building across RIS countries, engaging stakeholders from academia, industry, public authorities and the innovation ecosystem.

• Scouting for opportunities for EU/national/local public funding sources related to Regional Initiatives.

• Writing and coordination of collaborative consortia and proposals.

• Development of services related to Regional Initiatives and linked to Manufacturing sector.

• Take appropriate actions and measures to achieve the objectives and targets (e.g. KPIs) of the implemented projects.

• Prepare all projects documentation (deliverables, handbooks, tutorials, performance and cost reporting, KPIs, etc).

• Organize workshops, meetings, and dissemination events linked to the scope of the projects.

• Work closely with the EIT Manufacturing’s Senior Director of Corporate Affairs & Strategic Initiatives and EU Projects and Strategic Initiatives Officers/Managers and RIS Impact and Strategy Manager, with partners and/or external stakeholders and outline strategies to exploit the results.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor/master’s degree. University degree in relevant discipline and/or equivalent professional experience/qualifications. PhD would be a strong plus.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience on managing European & National funded projects and proposals preparation.

• Previous experience with manufacturing industry and stakeholders is a plus.

• Excellent English language proficiency in both verbal and written communication.

Skills and expertise:

• Proven track record in project management.

• Experience in establishing collaborations with regional authorities and in Regional Initiatives.

• Good knowledge of regional and national programmes, instruments and strategies.

• Experience in European funded programmes, EU Affairs and Strategic Initiatives will be a plus.

• Experience in relevant fields such as ecosystem creation, acceleration programmes, entrepreneurship, engagement of individuals for innovation, incubation, business creation, start-up training, marketing, etc, will be positively evaluated.

• Process-oriented with attention to detail and the ability to best combine analytical thinking with creativity.

• A team player who understands the importance of teamwork in an international environment.

• Experience in dealing with representatives at all levels in academia, industry, research.

• Willingness to travel regularly to locations across Europe.

• Organized, proactive, service-oriented, capable of multitasking.

• Independent and trustworthy.

We offer:

• A full-time, unlimited duration employment contract under French labour law.
• Flexible hybrid working environment
• Diverse team with colleagues from all over the world
• Strong network across manufacturing, academia, and startups in Europe.
• Opportunities for career growth and continuous learning.
• Meaningful work with a focus on sustainable innovation.

Location:

The post will be based at the Headquarters in Paris, France. Remote working can be considered from Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Portugal or Spain based on the profile of the successful candidate. In such a case, business travel should be expected for in-person meeting participation on a regular basis. In that case, Regional Initiatives Officer will need though to assure a minimum presence at the location.

Equal opportunities:

EIT Manufacturing values diversity and applies policies of equal opportunities. We welcome applications without discrimination, on any grounds. Candidates considering their interests having been prejudiced by a decision in a selection process may request a review of, or launch an appeal against, the decision adversely affecting them.

Selection Committee:

A Selection Committee will be appointed to carry out the evaluation of applications submitted. Please note that the Selection Committee´s internal proceedings are strictly confidential.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview. Candidates may be asked to provide proof of qualifications, background, skills, and experiences by providing relevant documents.

Protection of personal data:

Candidates’ personal data are processed as required by Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation). For more information, please check the privacy statement on recruitment available Privacy Notice.

The application should be written in English.

Closing date is 15^th December 2024