About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Business Development & Project Manager (Freelance) with a deep understanding of the innovation ecosystem, particularly focusing on startups, early-stage investors, and innovative entrepreneurship. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in navigating the intricacies of EU institutions, with a strong network in Brussels and relevant organizations. If you possess an entrepreneurial and business development mindset, excel at problem-solving, and have a track record of successful project management within the EU context and innovation/entrepreneurship ecosystem, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and Coordinate Projects: Develop comprehensive project timelines, ensuring alignment with budget, scope, and overall objectives.
• Monitor Project Deliverables: Oversee the execution of project tasks, ensuring that milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates on project progress to relevant stakeholders, including clients, team members, and other key participants.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue additional funding opportunities for the organization, leveraging your network and understanding of EU institutions.
• Event Management: Organize and manage key events, ensuring they align with project goals and contribute to the broader strategy.
• Project Implementation: Manage the daily implementation and management of ongoing projects, work packages, and tasks, including facilitating further spin-off projects as part of the project activity dissemination, communication, and exploitation/replication activities.
• Work mode: Remote with occasional travel.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in business development, sales and project management, particularly within the innovation ecosystem or EU projects.
• Knowledge & Networks: Excellent understanding of EU institutions, with a robust network in Brussels and other relevant organizations.
• Language Skills: Excellent command of English, both written and spoken. French language is an advantage.
• Travel Flexibility: No restrictions on travel within and outside the EU.
• Skillset: Strong business acumen in project planning, management, business development, and sales; exceptional problem-solving abilities; entrepreneurial mindset.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills.

Why Join Us?

Connectology is a capacity-building and early-stage investment firm. We empower and connect startups, investors, and public organizations, helping them navigate the innovation ecosystem, discover great opportunities, and achieve their strategic goals.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving innovation across the EU. You’ll work at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and policy, contributing to meaningful projects that shape the future of the innovation landscape. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role to info@connectology.eu

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