European Project Promoter

Overview

Job location: ICRA – Catalan Institute for Water Research, Girona (Spain)

Number of positions available: 1

Expected start: March 2026

Expected duration of the contract: 22 months (with the possibility of continuity)

OFFER DESCRIPTION

The Promoter of EU Projects will provide strategic and operational support to the organization in the identification, development, and management of European Union-funded projects. This role involves monitoring funding opportunities, fostering partnerships with academic, industrial, and non-academic stakeholders, and supporting the preparation, submission, and follow-up of proposals.

The position also includes promoting the organization’s participation in EU initiatives, facilitating consortium building, and ensuring compliance with EU regulations and reporting requirements.

Additionally, the Promoter of EU Projects will contribute to capacity-building activities, including training sessions, workshops, and the dissemination of project results.

Responsibilities

1. Strategic planning and identification of funding opportunities

- Identify relevant calls for ICRA, especially within the Horizon Europe program and other international initiatives.

- Develop and maintain internal tools for tracking and disseminating funding opportunities.

- Coordinate regular meetings with researchers and research groups for strategic planning and the definition of thematic priorities.

2. Promotion of collaboration and internationalization

- Promote cooperation with academic institutions, research centers, companies, and public and private sector entities.

- Organize brokerage events and networking sessions at the national and European level.

- Support ICRA’s active participation in networks, consortia, and European strategic initiatives.

3. Technical support in the preparation of European proposals (pre-award phase)

- Advise and support research staff in the writing, review, and submission of European proposals.

- Facilitate partner searches and the setup of international consortia.

- Organize workshops and training on proposal writing, results management, and dissemination and exploitation strategies.

4. Management and monitoring of European projects (post-award phase)

- Provide support in the administrative, financial, and technical management of ongoing projects.

- Organize training sessions on European regulations, financial reporting, and consortia management.

5. Communication, training, and knowledge transfer

- Prepare informative and dissemination materials on the activities and results of European projects.

- Contribute to ICRA’s strategic positioning as a reference center in leadership and European participation.

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Must have – Required

Research Field or Field of knowledge: Deep knowledge of the European and international funding framework (Horizon Europe, EIC, LIFE, etc.).

Management and coordination of international and European projects: European regulations and best practices in the management and reporting of EU-funded projects.

Qualifications and Education Level: Higher university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent university qualification) in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Project Management, or related disciplines.

Skills: Ability to work in coordination with researchers and multidisciplinary research groups. Skills in consortium management, networking, and development of strategic alliances. Excellent written and oral communication skills, adapting messages to different audiences and preparing reports, presentations, and dissemination materials.

Required Languages: Fluent English, both spoken and written, is required. Catalan and Spanish.

Required Experience: Previous experience as a Project Manager in the international arena, with responsibility for coordinating, monitoring, and executing projects funded by European or international institutions. Experience in providing technical and administrative support for international projects, including proposal preparation, consortium management, budget monitoring, and reporting to funders. Knowledge of European processes and regulations applicable to funded projects, with the ability to ensure compliance and quality in project management. Postgraduate or master’s degree in project management, international project management, or similar programs. A PhD degree will be considered an asset.

Benefits

Working conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work.

International Environment: The opportunity to join a prestigious international research institution and become a member of a young and growing team.

Continuous training in a high-quality environment.

Applications Procedure & Process

All Applications must contain:

CV

DNI or NIE (valid and with work permit in Spain). If you do not have a NIE, please attach a statement that you commit to take the necessary steps to obtain a work and residence permit in Spain.

The deadline to submit the required documentation is February 1st, 2026.

Selection process:

In accordance with the OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for every vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will start the interviews. A profile questionnaire as well as a technical exercise may be required during the process.

Additional Comments

In ICRA we are committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected and equal opportunities and equality of opportunity and treatment is promoted in each of the areas in which we operate, creating a context favorable to diversity and to eradicate any type of direct or indirect discrimination based on age criteria (within the limits set by the Workers’ Statute), marital status, racial or ethnic origin, social status, religion or convictions, political tendency, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender expression, sexual characteristics, union membership or not, because of language, disability or because of sex, including any unfavorable treatment dispensed for the exercise of conciliation rights or co-responsibility of family and work life.

Recruitment will be carried out as provided for in Article 15 of Royal Legislative Decree 1/1995 of 24 March passing the text of the Workers’ Statute Act, in accordance with the provisions of Article 2 of Royal Decree 2720/98 of 18 December, Act nº 12/2001 of July 9 (B.O.E. 10 July) and concordant regulations.

The principle of equality between men and women is taken into account, in accordance with Article 14 of the Spanish Constitution, the EU Directive of 9 February 1976 and the provisions of the Agreement of the Council of Ministers of March 4, 2005, passing the Plan for gender equality in the General State Administration.

Universal accessibility for persons with disabilities is taken into account, in accordance with paragraph 2 of Article 1 of Act nº 51/2003 of 2 December on equal opportunities, and 7% of vacancies are reserved provided the candidates pass the selection processes and are able to accredit disability and compatibility in performing the tasks so that we will progressively reach 2% of the total workforce.

Ensures effective compliance with the rights to equal treatment and non-discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and identity, gender expression or sexual characteristics of LGBTI people in the ICRA workplace, in accordance with Royal Decree 1026/ 2024, of October 8, which develops the planned set of measures for equality and non-discrimination of LGBTI people in companies.

Dates: 09/01/2026 - 01/02/2026

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