Director presso H.R.Y.O. Human Rights Youth Organization
HRYO is hiring: European Project Designer – Part-time (Freelance / VAT)
Location: Palermo (Italy) / Hybrid work possible
Contract type: Freelance collaboration (VAT required)
Commitment: Part-time
About us
HRYO – Human Rights Youth Organization is a Palermo-based NGO committed to promoting human rights, youth participation, and environmental sustainability through European and international projects.
We work within programmes such as Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, and other EU initiatives focused on education, inclusion, and community development.
Position overview
We are looking for a European Project Designer with proven experience in EU project writing, management, and reporting, particularly in the educational and youth sectors, to support our team in the development and coordination of new project proposals.
Main responsibilities
- Draft and develop European project proposals (Erasmus+, ESC, CERV, Creative Europe, etc.)
- Coordinate with international partners on activity design and budget planning
- Support the operational and administrative management of approved projects
- Monitor EU funding opportunities and upcoming calls for proposals
- Collaborate with the HRYO team on strategic planning and project development
Requirements
- Excellent command of English (both written and spoken)
- Proven experience in EU project design and management (minimum 2 years)
- Strong knowledge of EU funding programmes in the educational, youth, and social sectors
- Excellent writing and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Availability for part-time collaboration under a freelance / VAT contract
Assets (nice to have)
- Experience working with NGOs, youth organizations, or the third sector
- Familiarity with EU project management and reporting tools (e.g. Mobility Tool, Beneficiary Module)
- Knowledge of additional European languages
How to apply
Send your CV in English and a short motivation letter (max 1 page) to:
📧 info@hryo.org
Subject: Application – European Project Designer
Deadline: 23 November 2025