Senior European Project Manager

Socialchangeschool; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Una institución internacional líder en desarrollo social busca un Gerente de Proyectos Europeos para unirse a su equipo. Este papel es clave para gestionar proyectos financiados por la UE, estableciendo asociaciones y asegurando el cumplimiento de los requisitos administrativos. Con una trayectoria desde 1997, la organización ofrece una oportunidad única para trabajar en proyectos impactantes que generan cambios reales. Se valoran habilidades en gestión de proyectos y una sólida comprensión de los programas de financiación europeos. Si deseas contribuir a iniciativas significativas en un entorno dinámico y multicultural, esta es tu oportunidad.

Servicios

Red de profesionales influyentes

Proyectos europeos impactantes

Colaboración con ONGs

Trabajo remoto flexible

Oportunidades de crecimiento profesional

Participación en proyectos innovadores

Formación

• Experiencia en gestión de proyectos europeos y redacción de propuestas.
• Conocimiento profundo de programas de financiación de la UE.

Responsabilidades

• Gestionar la Oficina de Proyectos Internacionales de la Escuela.
• Buscar oportunidades de financiación y desarrollar propuestas de proyectos.

Conocimientos

Gestión de proyectos europeos

Redacción de propuestas de financiación

Habilidades de organización

Trabajo en equipo

Conocimiento de programas de financiación de la UE

Educación

Experiencia mínima de 5 años en gestión de proyectos

Inglés C1

Español nativo o C1

Italiano B2

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Herramientas de gestión de proyectos

Descripción del empleo

The deadline for applications is Friday, April 25th, 2025.

Location: Madrid / Remote

Location type: Hybrid

Starting date: May 2025

Duration: 24-36 months (January 2024-January 2026-27)

Compensation: To be defined based on the candidate’s skills and experience.

Expected commitment: Part-time (around 50 hours per month).

BACKGROUND

The Social Change School, active since 1997, is the world’s leading international institution in the field of international development, humanitarian aid and third sector management. The School’s mission is to train professionals and managers for social change, international development, humanitarian aid worldwide, with a specific focus on Africa.

The Social Change School Alumni Community is the widest worldwide network of international cooperation professionals.

Since 1997, the School has trained a generation of top-performing managers and professionals across all continents.

PURPOSE OF ROLE

We are looking for a European Project Manager experienced in European Project Planning to join our team. The resource will be responsible for the International Project Office of Social Change School, identifying partners, funding opportunities, drafting and managing projects funded by the European Union, coordinating activities with the partners involved, and ensuring compliance with deadlines and administrative requirements.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

1. Managing the International Project Office of Social Change School.
2. Looking for partnerships starting from the network of the School, taking care of relations with national and international partners, stakeholders, and European institutions.
3. Analyzing European funding programs and identifying funding opportunities for the company.
4. Developing, writing, and submitting project proposals in line with the requirements of EU calls.
5. Managing and coordinating all phases of the project, ensuring compliance with the deadlines and objectives set.
6. Monitoring and evaluating the progress of projects, preparing reports and documentation for funders.
7. Ensuring compliance with regulations and administrative and financial obligations.

PROFILE

Requirements

1. Previous experience of at least 5 years in the management of European projects and in the writing of funding proposals.
2. English C1, Spanish mother tongue or C1, Italian mother tongue or B2.
3. In-depth knowledge of EU funding programmes (Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, Interreg, LIFE, etc.).
4. Excellent project management, organization, and coordination skills.
5. Ability to work in a team and manage relationships with international partners.
6. Good command of project management and financial monitoring tools.

Preferred Requirements

1. Practice with Microsoft or Google package (Outlook, Planner, Calendar, etc.).
2. Practice with AI.
3. Living in Spain.
4. Being a Social Change Former Student.

WHAT WE OFFER

1. Become part of a highly influential global network in the nonprofit sector - Social Change School Community is the widest community of International Professionals in International Cooperation.
2. Work on impactful European projects that create real change.
3. Strong partnership with the best NGOs.
4. Collaborate with top professionals and institutions across multiple countries.
5. Enjoy flexible remote work while contributing to meaningful international initiatives.
6. Opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and international environment.
7. Opportunity to participate in innovative projects with a European impact.
8. Competitive contract based on the candidate’s experience.

Social Change School promotes equal opportunities and values diversity within its team.