For its Brussels-based secretariat, POLIS is looking for an experienced project coordinator, who
will be employed on a full-time one-year contract with the possibility of an extension.
The main tasks associated with this position involve:
- Coordinating POLIS’ involvement in a selection of EU-funded projects (Horizon Europe,
Interreg…) in the field of sustainable urban mobility; - Drafting policy recommendations and practitioner guidelines;
- Managing reference groups of cities regarding user need requirements, transferability of good practice, and the deployment of innovative transport solutions;
- Organising training and capacity-building activities on innovative mobility solutions;
- Establishing and maintaining relations with project partners and transport stakeholders;
- Carrying out overall project management-related tasks.
Profile
The successful candidate will be expected to have:
- At least 5 years of relevant work experience within the transport field;
- Excellent knowledge of the urban mobility domain in its different dimensions;
- European project management expertise and experience;
- Very good analytical and writing skills;
- Experience with drafting texts in English;
- A strong ability to work independently, under pressure, and on a wide range of activities;
- A relevant university degree;
- An excellent command of English (spoken and written); knowledge of other European languages will be an asset.
Applicants must – for legal reasons – hold EU citizenship or a valid EU residence permit and a valid Belgian work permit. They have to live and work in Belgium. They should be able to join the POLIS team in November 2024.
What we offer
A full-time one-year contract with the possibility of an extension, a salary and benefits in line with experience and expertise, and an attractive, flexible, dynamic and people-friendly working environment.
