Collaborative Funding Consultant

Salary Range: 1900 to 2500 (Currency: EUR) (Pay period: per-month-salary)

You will:

Horizon Europe proposal development:
• Contributing to the preparation of competitive Horizon Europe proposals, from initial concept development through submission;
• Translating technical and scientific concepts into clear, convincing and evaluator-oriented narratives;
• Supporting consortium building, partner role definition and allocation of responsibilities;
• Contributing to proposal budgeting, resource planning and eligibility assessments;
• Supporting clients during final submission and, where relevant, Grant Agreement preparation.
Horizon Europe project implementation:
• Conducting market, competitor, technology and stakeholder analyses;
• Developing exploitation and uptake strategies for research and innovation results;
• Translating research and technological developments into commercially and societally relevant value propositions;
• Developing strategic recommendations based on quantitative and qualitative analysis;
• Supporting clients and consortiums in the implementation of funded Horizon Europe projects;
• Providing coordination support to project coordinators and work package/task leaders;
• Supporting communication and collaboration between consortium partners;
• Supporting preparation of project meetings, steering committee meetings, workshops and reporting activities.

Requirements:

• Master degree in economics, business, innovation, biotechnology, medicine, material technology, engineering, environmental sciences, social sciences or another relevant discipline;
• 2 years of relevant professional experience in consulting, innovation management, R&I, EU funding, project management or a related field;
• Excellent analytical, writing and presentation skills;
• Ability to understand complex technical and scientific information and translate it into structured, accessible and persuasive content;
• Strong time-management skills, with the ability to manage several assignments simultaneously;
• Excellent command of English (C2), both written and spoken.
Advantageous experience:
• Experience in preparing or contributing to successful EU funding proposals;
• Understanding of the Horizon Europe project lifecycle, including proposal preparation, evaluation, grant preparation and project implementation;
• Knowledge of Horizon Europe instruments such as RIA, IA, CSA, MSCA, EIC, WIDERA or European Partnerships;
• Experience in innovation management, technology transfer or commercialisation;
• Experience with Life Cycle Assessment, Techno-Economic Assessment, market research or business modelling;
• Knowledge of EU taxonomy, sustainability, circular economy, climate, energy, biotech, digital technologies or other emerging innovation sectors;
• Proficiency in AI-powered tools for research, analysis, content development, information structuring and productivity, with the ability to critically assess and validate AI-generated outputs.
Key competencies:
• Client orientation - Ability to understand client needs, structure problems and develop practical, value-adding solutions;
• Proposal writing - Ability to transform complex project ideas into concise, persuasive and evaluator-oriented proposals;
• Analytical thinking - Ability to analyse technical, economic and market information and derive clear strategic recommendations;
• Project management - Strong organisational skills and ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, activities and deadlines;
• Communication - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with both technical experts and senior decision-makers;
• Commercial awareness - Understanding of how innovation can generate economic, environmental and societal value and how projects can progress from R&I towards market uptake;
• Teamwork - Ability to work effectively in international, multidisciplinary teams and take ownership of assigned responsibilities;
• Proactivity - Ability to identify risks, opportunities and potential improvements without waiting for instructions.

Benefits:

Professional Growth – We support rapid career development, offering performance and salary reviews twice a year to ensure your progress is recognized and rewarded;
Bonus – Earn financial rewards through a clear, standardized system that recognizes your contributions;
Flexible Working Hours – Manage your workday with flexibility and the option to work from home twice a week, while enjoying our city-centre office as a convenient, collaborative workspace;
Culture & Connection – From team bonding activities like Christmas parties and summer events to spontaneous celebrations, monthly breakfasts, or team lunches, we celebrate wins—big or small—together;
International Offsite Trips – Each year, we travel to an exciting destination to spend time together with the entire Civitta team, building connections and creating unforgettable memories;
Gifts Program – Welcome boxes, birthday surprises, and holiday cheer ensure your special moments are always recognized;
Continuous Learning – From expert-led trainings to personal development budgets, your growth is our priority;
Local Benefits Package – Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional needs, including: services from Stebby or Confido (sports, diagnostics, medical, dental, and mental health support); phone bill compensation (Telia users) of up to 20 EUR/month; company-paid team sports registration for groups of 3+ employees.