Descripción de la oferta
Bax is an innovation consultancy that supports changemakers to build pilots, tools and collaborations that turn ideas into societal impact.
With offices in Barcelona, Brussels, Cambridge, Düsseldorf and Utrecht, we empower more than 1,200 public and private organisations to design and pilot new solutions for the biggest challenges facing our society and environment. From the energy transition to urban greening to healthcare innovation, we work on ideas that matter with changemakers from every corner of society.
With a network of 3,000 partners and active projects in 44 countries, clients who work with Bax join one of Europe’s biggest innovation ecosystems. Every one of our clients and partners is putting a big idea into the real world. Everyone in Bax believes in collaboration and real-world testing. And every client receives committed support from our team of 75 innovation specialists.
European collaboration projects are one of the ways in which we deliver these services, in the framework of Interreg or other EU-funded programmes (LIFE, Horizon, EUI, I3 among others). Our services include the creation of business, R&D, and policy collaborations and the project management of such collaborations.
The position
We are seeking an Innovation Consultant or Project Lead (with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience) to join our EU-Programmes team with a focus on our Central & Western European clients (NL, BE, FR & DE), at our Barcelona headquarters.
Your activities will involve the management of approved Interreg and other EU-funded collaboration projects and assisting other consultants in all stages of project execution. You will also support the development of new project initiatives. In all tasks, you will work closely with other consultants on the team. You will help define high-impact projects and ensure that proposals comply with the applicable regulations.
Main tasks include:
Creating new projects: Come up with innovative ideas that will bring a positive impact in solving societal challenges and translate them into operational project proposals.
Proposal development: In collaboration with our content experts, develop complex international projects with a specific focus on technical, legal and financial aspects.
Progress management: Monitor and ensure that projects are progressing in line with action plans, warn about any deviation, and work with the partners to find corrective measures.
Helpdesk for partners and colleagues: Support international partners and colleagues by providing answers to their questions related to the applicable programme rules and regulations.
Organisation of meetings and teleconferences: Schedule and prepare calls/meetings and process the follow-up actions.
Reporting: Analyse, prepare, and review technical and administrative documentation for project progress reports.
Monitoring and detection of new opportunities: Identify calls and deadlines for funding opportunities in European cross-border cooperation.
Preparing offers to bid in public procurement processes (tenders).
Reviewing internal operational processes: Suggest improvements for technical documentation or procedures for project preparation and management.
The candidates we are seeking
We seek fast-learning candidates who have an affinity with sustainability, technology, and innovation, and a strong ambition for fast professional growth in a small and highly specialised consultancy firm:
Background and profile: In European Studies, Project Management, International Relations or similar studies at a highly ranked university, ideally with proven experience in the management and creation of successful European-funded collaboration projects.
We are looking for candidates interested in European cooperation, international policy, and innovation. Also, a general understanding of local authorities’ policies, public procurement, European programmes, and regulations will be highly valued.
The successful candidate will have a problem-solving attitude and be especially well organised with attention to detail. They will be a great team player who enjoys helping others with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced consulting environment.
We require work proficiency in English and at least one of the following languages: Dutch, German or French. We will especially value fluency in Dutch. Additional European languages are also a plus.
Life at Bax
We offer a competitive compensation package and foster a positive, entrepreneurial company culture where new ideas and initiatives are encouraged. Work-life balance is very important to us.
Bax provides employees with the freedom to shape their career paths. With a flat hierarchy, consultants are encouraged to develop work on topics that inspire them. Each new hire is paired with an experienced consultant mentor to support professional growth. We recognise that our people work best when they’re comfortable and healthy.
Please note that these roles may involve occasional travel to client locations across Europe, requiring availability for a few trips per year.
What Bax offers you
Hybrid and flexible work options
Shorter workday on Fridays
Subsidised gym membership
Regular team building (including ski and summer trips)
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a cover letter that explains how your profile matches what we are seeking through our website. Interviews will be conducted upon receipt of relevant profiles, so we encourage you to apply without delay.
To be considered for this position, you will need to be in possession of a nationality or a permit that allows you to work in Spain at the time of application.
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