Da Oceana, prestigiosa fondazione internazionale che si occupa della salvaguardia degli oceani dal punto di vista ambientale, faunistico e natualistico, riceviamo un interessante notice, che riguarda la ricerca di un Officer.

Under the supervision of and in close collaboration with the Senior Development Director, the Officer will be in charge of the entire grant application process. He/she will contribute to Oceana’s objectives. Specifically, she/he will: a) write high-quality grant proposal narratives, applications and supporting documents with a special focus on EU public funding streams; b) research, collect data and write proposals; c) manage the proposal submission process to ensure timely submission of all required materials; d) conduct research, gather data, analyse information and prepare effective, accurate and timely reports and other documents to support development objectives; e) coordinate and follow-up on the progress of submitted proposals; f) conduct prospect research to identify, cultivate and solicit new grants; g) perform other duties as assigned.
Experience requested: a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in grant development.
Skills: i) strong written communication skills (fluent in English essential, full command in written English is required); ii) demonstrable experience with EU Public funding streams; iii) demonstrable experience in writing successful grant applications; iv) accomplished interpersonal and networking skills; v) personal resilience, ability to operate in a start-up environment; vi) willingness and ability to travel occasionally.
The position will be based in Madrid and conditions are according to Spanish employment legislation.
Interested applicants are requested to send a CV and cover letter to applicants-europe@oceana.org

Dal consorzio che riunisce e coordina le attività di ricerca delle università (e altri enti pubblici) operanti nella regione Toscana, riceviamo quanto segue:

The recently created TOUR 4EU- Tuscan Organisation of Universities and Research 4 Europe established a Tuscan Universities Liaison Office to the EU with the aim of promoting the interests of the Tuscan Higher Education sector in Europe.

The Tuscan Universities Liaison Office is looking for a Senior EU Public Affairs Manager-Project Coordinator with a +5 years’ experience in EU policies, public relations with a particular focus on Research&Innovation EU projects.

The EU Public Affairs Manager-Project Coordinator key activities include building networks and fostering relations between Tuscan Universities, EU Institutions and other key actors, such as other EU Universities or Regional partners. He/She will gain maximum benefit from H2020 and FP9 to secure funding and support for Tuscan Universities.

The EU public affairs manager will represent Tuscan Universities at EU level, promote and define a common research path for the Tuscan universities in line with EU policies and in coordination with the Tuscan Regional Liaison Office. He/she will build and maintain relationships with key EU stakeholders and other relevant partners (i.e. EU Institutions, agencies, EU Universities and Research Institutions) and implement with them common research projects by creating a mechanism that will promote partnership and stimulate joint research proposals. The selected candidate will constantly monitor and follow up the development of key EU regulatory policies on Research & Innovation (i.e. H2020, FP9) and will build opportunities for the Tuscan research system by monitoring EU calls and other relevant initiatives at EU level. He/she will also facilitate coordination among the Universities and between the Universities and the Region of Tuscany and other stakeholders (i.e. business, clusters) in line with the Regional Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3) and the new priorities of FP9.

Applicants should have at least University MA degree, proven experience (over 5 years) in EU affairs, particularly EU legislation and funding programs related to R&I, excellent knowledge of the EU Institutions and good network of contacts in the Brussels arena. He/She should also be a good team leader with strong communication skills and self-starter abilities, quality and result oriented and willing to work in an international environment. A good knowledge of the Italian or the Tuscan University System is an asset. The candidate should be able to work fluently in Italian and English and be flexible to travel monthly between Tuscany and Brussels.

What we offer: 3 years extendable contract (Belgian law) and a competitive remuneration package.

How to Apply:

1. Please send your CV and detailed application letter in English explaining your experiences and showing your motivation by 24 June 2018 by e-mail to: segreteria.bruxelles@regione.toscana.it
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
3. Please note that candidates must be legally entitled to work in Belgium.

Il Touring Club Italiano, con sede a Milano, è partner di un progetto recentemente approvato all’interno della terza call di Spazio Alpino. Il progetto, identificato con acronimo CHEERS, affronta le tematiche legate alla protezione del patrimonio culturale dalle calamità naturali muovendo dall’importanza che del patrimonio culturale per l’identità dei territori e per le economie locali. Nell’ambito de progetto, Touring è leader del WP Comunicazione. Il kickoff meeting del progetto si terrà a fine giugno.
Touring intende identificare un profilo senior, da coinvolgere come external expertise, che assuma il ruolo di Communication Manager.
Requisiti: i) esperienza pregressa nel ruolo di Communication Manager, nell’ambito di progetti europei interreg; ii) esperienza nei settori turismo, patrimonio culturale e ambiente; iii) padronanza della lingua inglese (livello minimo richiesto C1).
In particolare le attività che dovrà svolgere il Communication manager sono:
- sviluppare la strategia di comunicazione del progetto
- coordinare le attività di comunicazione del progetto tra i partner
- partecipare agli incontri di partenariato in Italia e all’Estero e agli eventi di progetto previsti
- coordinarsi con il Project Management Team
- contribuire a costruire la capacità del partenariato a comunicare in modo efficace i risultati di progett
Solo gli allievi del Centro sono invitati ad inviare il CV a centro.europrogettazione@univiu.org