Project Officer

REHVA, the Federation of European HVAC Associations, is a European umbrella organisation of national engineering societies, representing 120.000 building services engineers from 26 European countries that pursue the vision of a healthy, sustainable, and connected built environment.

Task and responsibilities:

• Implement and manage EU funded RDI projects as partner and work package leader (Horizon Europe, Life, H2020, etc.).
• Plan and implement dissemination and communication activities, develop & manage communication channels, including websites and social media.
• Produce digital and offline communication and promotion materials (newsletters, leaflets, videos, infographics, factsheets, etc.), liaise with suppliers.
• Organise and assist project meetings, dissemination events, engage with stakeholders.
• Draft project reports, deliverables, articles, project news etc.
• Assist proposal writing and develop new projects.
• Secretarial assistance to the REHVA Technology and Research committee and Task Forces.

Job requirements:

• Advanced University degree in engineering, EU studies or communication sciences with an affinity for innovation and technology development. Other relevant fields may be considered as well.
• At least 1-year experience in implementing and managing EU projects and dissemination activities. EU proposal writing experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of EU energy and climate policies, specialisation on building energy performance and decarbonisation policies is an asset.
• Near-native level of spoken and written English, French is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, advanced digital literacy, experience with website content management systems.
• Experience with professional social media communication.

Your profile as ideal candidate:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, ability to understand and communicate complex issues in a simple manner.
• Interest in (building) technologies and innovation. Experience with EU research activities and networks is an asset.
• Good coordination skills, ability to facilitate and support the work of technical expert groups. Work experience in an EU level association is an asset.
• Well organised and a quick learner, ability to multi-task and prioritize in a dynamic work environment
• Pragmatic problem-solving attitude
• Applicants must have an EU citizenship and the right to work in Belgium.

What we offer:

• A full-time fixed term contract under Belgian law (CDD) with possible extension to undetermined contract depending on performance. Remuneration according to experience with an attractive benefits package.
• REHVA offers an international work environment with mentoring and support for professional development, networking opportunities with industry and academia.
• The position involves frequent travelling. The location of work is Brussels, part-time remote working possible.

Submit a CV and cover letter in English to info@rehva.eu with the subject “Project Officer”. Interviews will be organised on a rolling basis, early candidates may be called for interview before the deadline, apply as soon as possible. Deadline: 28 February 2022.

More information: https://www.rehva.eu/about-us/vacancies

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