The job duties will be the following:

• Building a Circular Economy Action Plan for the Norte region of Portugal based on the methodology defined in the Frontsh1p project and on the needs of the Stakeholders of the Norte region;
• Mapping of the existing networks for the valorisation of the waste generated by both the agrifood and the plastics ecosystems;
• Supporting actively the engagement of relevant actors in the region;
• Identifying innovation schemes, facilitating industrial exploitation, empowering public buyers and improving consumers’ understanding and acceptance of circular and climate-neutral services and products;
• Defining dissemination actions targeting citizens and industry;
• Defining training and skills development initiatives;
• Supporting the creation of policy recommendations to scale up the actions of the Circular Economy Action Plan at inter-regional and national levels;
• Supporting the promotion of a platform for dialogue and cooperation between stakeholders, with the goal of identifying, nurturing and strengthening synergies

• University degree in Science or Engineering, in a field related to the project scope (i.e., environment, materials, waste management/treatment, sustainability).

• Experience in project management, preferably in a research or academic environment;
• Experience in organising events, workshops, or meetings, including logistical planning and stakeholder engagement;

• Good computer literacy and skills;
• Portuguese proficiency (written and verbal), since the project is developed in collaboration with multiple local stakeholders;
• English proficiency (written and verbal), as all documentation will be prepared in English and for participation in meetings with international partners.

• “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines;
• Problem Solving ability;
• Customer orientation;
• Ability to work as a team player;
• Good communication skills.

• Competitive salary;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

• The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
• The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
• The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

How the Selection Process works

A. Applications eligibility check