You’ll be pleased to hear that we were successful in applying for two EU-funded projects. This offers new opportunities for IE but we need to strengthen our project management capacities. If you are (or know) an experienced project manager who enjoys coordinating dynamic processes, working in an international team and are also structured, self-organised and a good motivator, check out this opportunity!
The job involves, among others:
● Managing two EU funded projects: Erasmus + K2, a 30-month- project, starting in October 2024; and CREA-CULT 2024-NET, a four-year- project, starting in January 2025;
● Planning, documenting and reporting project activities;
● Managing project finances and reporting on them;
● Preparing and administering staff and service contracts in line with EU and German national regulations;
● Developing and implementing associated risk management plans and contingency plans;
● Developing and implementing associated quality assurance and evaluation plans;
● Manage two project teams with several WP leaders, supporters and stakeholders;
● Supervising progress of the project team, keeping control over timeline
responsibilities and activities;
● Cooperating closely with the Managing Director in any decision making;
● Communicating with funding agencies, tax authorities etc.;
The start date is 1 October 2024. Please count with the attendance at the Erasmus+ National Agency coordination meeting on 18 and 19 September in Stuttgart, Germany.
Required competencies
● A minimum of five years of professional experience in managing European-funded projects and their administration;
● Proficiency in the English language (written and oral);
● Excellent drafting, communication and presentation skills;
● Excellent (self-)management skills and attention to detail;
● Excellent team-working skills
● Excellent leadership and motivation skills;
● Ability to coordinate and implement multiple tasks and to meet deadlines.
Desired competencies
● Previous experiences with Erasmus+ and Creative Europe funded projects;
● Familiarity with the Funding&Tenders and Erasmus+ platforms;
● German language skills;
● Familiarity with EU and German regulations on tax and financial record-keeping or readiness and ability to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills;
● Registered business owner or holding self-employed status in any EU country and
therefore able to issue invoices for your remuneration;
What we offer:
● Working in a dynamic, international and multi-disciplinary team;
● Remote working from the convenience of your home with flexible working hours;
● A trial period of three months: Oct-Dec 2024;
● An extended part time contract from January 2025 to December 2028;
● Payment that will be agreed based on your country of residence income standards.
To apply, please send your CV and a motivation letter by Friday 30 August 2024 to mail@interpret-europe.net.
