Junior Consultant in Collaborative Project Management, Replacement for Maternity Leave [code: JCMgt 2021]]

Job description

We are currently recruiting a Junior Consultant in collaborative project management to reinforce our team. The applicant will be involved in supporting the management activities of different national, European or international collaborative R&D projects. The variety of assignments for this position requires a multidisciplinary and open-minded profile, with the ability to work in different sectors. Under the general supervision of the Head of Innovation Funding and Project Management, the candidate will be responsible for the following activities:

• Front office
  • Project monitoring and follow-up (actions, deliverables and milestones)
  • Contribution to the preparation of project meetings
  • Contribution to event management (i.e. conferences, workshops, etc.)
  • Providing a continuous administrative “helpdesk” for project partners
• Back office: project administrative & financial operations
  • Preparation and maintenance of grant and consortium agreements
  • Preparation of financial reports, follow-up
  • Maintenance of documentation, databases and contact information using our in-house IT tool (training will be provided)
• Ad hoc assignments
  • Contribution to the development of R&D proposals and tenders
  • The position may also require the candidate to contribute to internal activities (e.g. development and maintenance of management tools, contribution to the deployment of online tools, etc.)
  • The job may require occasional, short-term international travel

Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, the applicant must demonstrate the following:

Background

At least 2-3 years of hands-on experience with the management of EU-funded collaborative R&D projects (e.g. Framework Programmes FP7; H2020), a degree in European project management will be considered an advantage.

Consulting skills

• A first experience as a consultant is appreciated
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French are essential, any additional language is considered an asset
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Personal skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability for teamwork
• Result-oriented mindset, including the ability to work both at macro and micro levels
• Good analytical thinking with an ability to summarise, prioritise and present results
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and activities in an international and fast-moving work environment
• Ability to work independently; proactively address issues and troubleshoot problems
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth

What we offer

• Temporary position (CDD 18 months), with the possibility of conversion to a permanent position (CDI)
• Full time
• Based in Paris (11th district)
• Salary package corresponding to experience; the company’s policy includes bonuses, luncheon vouchers, accident insurance, partial coverage of medical insurance, partial coverage of your cell phone plan, and partial coverage of public transport fares (Pass Navigo)
• To start as soon as possible

How to apply

Send your CV + cover letter in English, including salary expectations & date of availability, by email to: Gabor SZENDRO ([email protected]) with subject reference JCMgt 2021.