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European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Food is a fast-growing organisation focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation in the food sector. EIT Food is a start-up but has characteristics of a multinational and is operating in a European and international environment. The members of the EIT Food community are world-class players in the international food domain.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

FIT4FOOD2030supports the development and implementation of the European Commission’s FOOD 2030 policy framework – to find solutions to the challenges facing our food systems. This transformation is needed to future-proof the European food systems: to make them more sustainable and resilient, and to find solutions for the many food-related challenges Europe is facing, including hunger, malnutrition, obesity, climate change, scarce resources, and waste. The position holder will work on the development and implementation of EU’s Food2030 Strategy, help initiate innovative European partnerships, contribute to EIT Food communications channels and ensure the optimal operational follow-up on the EU awarded project Fit4Food2030.

JOB AND CONTRACT TYPE: Temporary contract will be offered until 31st December 2020

LOCATION: S/he will be based at the EIT Food headquarters. (Leuven, Belgium) Occasional travel (10% of time) within Europe can be expected. Please note that despite the job location in Belgium, command of Dutch or French language is not required and candidates from other European countries are encouraged to apply as the position will have pan-European responsibilities. Candidates from other countries will be required to work from EIT Food’s office in Leuven, no relocation assistance is foreseen.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As a Project Manager, be the point-of-contact and carry out the implementation of EU funded project – Fit4Food2030;
• Design the deliverables that EIT Food is responsible for and coordinate with project partners and external stakeholders for its the delivery;
• Keep up to date on emerging trends and innovations in food system
• Support, manage and organize activities linked to the implementation of project, with special attention to quality of deliverables as defined by the project;
• Develop project workplans and ensure the optimal utilisation of the budget;
• Maintain project oversight, planning, coordination, implementation and quality assurance;
• Provide support to the different work streams to achieve the project’s goals;
• Monitor project performance and support continuous improvement;
• Disseminate top level programme recommendations and key learnings with staff and relevant stakeholders;
• Deliver narrative and financial reports in accordance with project and organisational requirements;
• Maintain a database of all project documents and reports.
• You will report to the Director of Communications. Public Affairs Manager & Executive Advisor will be your direct contact for the Fit4Food2030 work.

Other tasks:

• Be a brand ambassador for EIT Food within the project and EIT Food events
• Work closely with the other members of the public affairs team. Support on ad hoc basis in public affairs or communication when required.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Communications, Politics, European Studies, Economics or equivalent domain
• Previous working experience in and knowledge of EU Institutions and UN SDGs is a plus
• Interest in managing and implementing European projects
• Excellent communication skills in English, including strong public presentation and writing skills

Skills and behaviour

• Proven track record of writing and editorial work and excellent communications skills
• Ability to carry out research, analyse, interpret and communicate information
• Independent and trustworthy, able to embrace remote interactions with an extended number of parties, including partners, institutions and stakeholders
• Sociable, service oriented and at ease in a multicultural environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on a common project
• Ability to master new technical and organisation concepts and information
• Creative mindset
• Active interest in the food sector

EIT FOOD OFFERS: EIT Food offers a competitive salary, depending on experience, consisting of a monthly salary and additional in-kind benefits. Holiday and insurance schemes based on Belgian working standards are offered as well. Flexibility and the balance between work and private life are equally important.

APPLICATION:

Interested candidates are asked to send their CV and motivation letter (both in English) in electronic format to work@eitfood.eu before 31st March 2020. Please state in the subject line of your e-mail your name and “Project Manager”.

Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis and shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Shortlisted candidates may be asked to prove their background, qualifications, skills and experiences by providing relevant documents

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