We are hiring_R&D Manager

We are currently looking for a R&D Manager.

• Contributing to the overall R&D strategy of EFFRA and the Made in Europe Partnership
• Monitoring, analysis and drafting of technical reports in the areas of technology, manufacturing, ICT, circularity and climate-neutrality.
• Preparing meetings, including also moderating them.
• Regular exchanges with manufacturing and ICT companies, research institutes, European projects and the European Commission.
• Representing EFFRA during public meetings.

• University degree, either in Engineering, Science, Economics or Political Science.
• 2-3 years previous responsibilities in similar positions.
• Experience with EU-R&D projects, or comparable project-work experience.
• Experience in community management or in an international environment.
• Interest in technology and innovation, clean-tech, ICT.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Good level of written and spoken English. Other languages are a plus.
• Solid experience in standard IT tools.
• Experience in an association or other membership-based organisation is an asset.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• A contract under Belgian law. Compensation according to experience and skills, plus fringe benefits.
• Based in Brussels. The office is easily accessible by public transportation (5’ walk from Meiser/Diamant; 10’ from Montgomery), although due to Covid restrictions office presence at the moment is not requested.

An international, dynamic and flexible working environment.

Please send your application to Caroline.Ashdown@effra.eu by 31.05.2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be invited to a video interview.