You will be responsible to manage the proposal preparation plan, pre-proposal meetings, as well as writing and review Research and Innovation proposals. Your main responsibilities will include:
- Writing proposals for Horizon Europe (HE) and other EU funding schemes, as well as leading training programmes for new starters.
- Coordination of project partners to compile technical and financial information required for the submission of proposals.
- Communicating with high-level clients and leading brainstorming sessions to generate innovative European project ideas
- Presenting services and project information at target conferences and other type of events.
We require an experienced professional with excellent technical background. The following skills are required:
- An Engineering degree or related technical disciplines and topics (digital, energy, health, agri-food, etc).
- Minimum 5 years` experience in bids or proposals preparation ( focus on Horizon Europe, Eureka/Eurostars Programme,
- Excellent proposal writing skills, and a proven track record of good success rate (Candidates without this experience will not be considered).
- Clear understanding of proposal management process, including pre-proposal planning, strategy development and brainstorming, as well as overall proposal project management.
- Excellent facilitation skills: able to build & motivate proposal teams, and generate creativity; able to manage teams and projects under tight time pressure.
- Required excellent English writing/speaking skills (negotiation level).
- Desirable a PhD or Master degree in a science related subject.
- Very valuable having additional experience in the R&D sector and IPR issues.
- The post will be based in Madrid.
- Flexible working hours and telework.
To apply, please send a CV and Covering letter in English: