EU Innovation Funding Proposals Lead

PNO Innovation Portugal; Portugal; Remote; EUR 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first flexibility

Competitive compensation

Monthly in-person meetings at Porto (1

Growing Portuguese operation

Job summary

PNO Innovation Portugal is seeking a Medior Innovation Consultant to drive European funding proposals, coordinate consortia, and build partnerships across Europe. You will transform technical ideas into competitive funding applications, working with industries, research bodies, and technology developers.

The role emphasizes independent proposal development, networking, and strategic engagement with Horizon Europe, EDF, and Digital Europe programs.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional experience in European funding or innovation consulting.
• Ability to independently develop and coordinate EU funding proposals (Horizon Europe, EDF, Digital Europe).
• Technical or engineering academic background enabling engagement with technical stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Portuguese and English; residency in Portugal.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, writing, and coordination of European funding proposals from concept to submission.
• Identify funding opportunities under Horizon Europe, EDF, Digital Europe, and related programs.
• Collaborate with industrial clients, research bodies, and technology developers to translate concepts into proposals.
• Build and coordinate international consortia with suitable partners.
• Develop proposal strategies, work packages, and implementation plans aligned with requirements.
• Monitor EU policy developments and funding priorities in strategic technologies.
• Maintain relationships with companies, research institutions, and innovation stakeholders in Portugal and Europe.
• Contribute to business development by identifying potential clients and opportunities.

Skills

European funding

Proposal writing

Consortium building

Technical communication

Networking

Education

Technical or engineering degree

Job description

PNO Innovation Portugal is seeking a Medior Innovation Consultant to drive European funding proposals, coordinate consortia, and build partnerships across Europe. You will transform technical ideas into competitive funding applications, working with industries, research bodies, and technology developers.

The role emphasizes independent proposal development, networking, and strategic engagement with Horizon Europe, EDF, and Digital Europe programs.