ABOUT EIT FOOD: The website of EIT Food is https://www.eitfood.eu EIT Food is a young and fast-growing organisation working towards a more more sustainable and healthy food system in Europe that is trusted by consumers. It is one of eight Innovation Communities established by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), an independent EU body set up in 2008, to drive innovation and entrepreneurship across Europe. EIT Food is a member organisation bringing together key industry players, agri-food startups, research centres and universities from across Europe representing the food value chain in Europe. In addition to thematic leadership, EIT Food is also responsible for coordinating a multi-million euro EU grant allocation from the EIT and distributing it among its partners and stakeholders for the implementation of cooperation projects. It also manages other grants and donor funding opportunities on behalf of the Partnership. EIT Food headquarters (HQ) are based in Leuven (Belgium) and it has 5 regional offices (CoLocation Centres or CLCs) in Europe (based in Poland, Spain, Germany, the UK and Belgium), each working with and for partners in several EIT Food partner countries.
JOB AND CONTRACT TYPE: Legal and Procurement Officer, full-time permanent position.
LOCATION: The selected candidate will be based at EIT Food HQ in Leuven (Belgium).
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: This is a new role within the organisation, aimed at assuring the compliance of EIT Food with the requirements of risk mitigation in alignment with national and European legislation. The role is two-dimensional – you will contribute to the daily management of the Association EITFood IVZW (HQ), and contribute to the successful management and implementation of various Grant and Donor Agreements. While being assertive and demonstrating critical judgement, you will skilfully balance the needs and requirements of multiple stakeholders both within and outside the organisation.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Legal administration of the Association:
Management of Grant & Donor Agreements, including:
Procurement & contract management:
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES: EIT Food is an equal opportunity employer, offering each candidate matching the minimum obligatory qualifications and experiences an equal chance in employment and promotion procedures.
APPLICATION: Interested candidates are asked to send their CV and Cover Letter in English in electronic format to work@eitfood.eu before 31 March 2020. In the subject line of the email please state your name and “Legal and Procurement Officer”. Only 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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EIT Food
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