EURECAT

Eurecat is the main Research & Technology Organisation in Catalonia and the second largest private research organization in southern Europe. It brings together the experience of more than 700 professionals and provides services to more than 2,000 companies. Applied R&D, technological services, highly specialized training, technological consultancy or valorisation and exploitation of industrial property are some of the services that Eurecat offers for both large and small and medium-sized enterprises in all sectors. The technology centre participates in more than 200 large national and international consortium projects of high strategic R&I and has 181 patents and 10 spin-offs. The added value provided by Eurecat accelerates innovation, reduces spending on scientific and technological infrastructures, reduces risks and provides specialized knowledge tailored to each company.

Job description

Eurecat EU Programmes Unit is seeking an Advanced European Union Programme Manager with strong proposal writing, project management, and public representation skills to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities within EU Framework programs, managing project coordination, and representing Eurecat at the European level

Functions and Responsibilities
Opportunity Identification & Proposal Development

• Identify and screen opportunities within EU R&D funding programmes, focusing on (but not limited to) Horizon Europe.
• Lead the drafting, preparation, and submission of project proposals, collaborating with internal technical experts and external partners. This includes demonstrating expertise in all sections of Part B of proposals (i.e., excellence, impact, and implementation).
• Ensure that proposals align with Eurecat's strategic objectives and comply with EU requirements.
• Exhibit excellent English writing skills to produce high-quality submissions.

Project Management & Coordination

• Oversee the overall coordination of EU-funded projects, ensuring smooth execution, follow-up, and monitoring of all activities.
• Liaise with all parties involved—partners, contractors, and stakeholders—to maintain clear communication and alignment.
• Ensure the timely delivery of project milestones and results, engaging in technical or technological tasks discussions, if needed.

Representation & Networking

• Represent Eurecat at European-level events, conferences, and platforms to present project results and achievements.
• Build and maintain relationships with key EU stakeholders and partners to identify future collaboration opportunities.
• Stay informed about new developments in EU R&D funding programmes and policy changes to strategically position Eurecat for upcoming opportunities.

Requirements

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in European Studies, Public Policy, International Relations, Engineering, or a related field.
• Specialization in project management (MSc, postgraduate studies, etc.).

Professional Experience and Background

• At least 5 years of experience working with European Union funding mechanisms, particularly Horizon Europe, Horizon 2020, and/or Framework Programme 7 (FP7).
• Proven project management experience, including team coordination and budget management.
• Experience representing an organization at a senior level during European events and conferences.
• Strong knowledge of project management tools and software.

Languages

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Fluency in Spanish.
• Fluency in Catalan is a plus.

Other Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required based on project and proposal needs.