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The International Research Team (IRT) at Ecorys Poland is currently seeking a highly motivated senior consultant with strong organisational skills as an EU Tenders & Business Development Specialist to develop our portfolio for various EU and European institutions, as well as international organisations and donors (e.g. OECD, UN, World Bank).

About the company and the Team:

Ecorys is a leading European provider of research and consulting services to the public sector. With offices in Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain, the UK, Croatia, Bulgaria and Poland, we provide monitoring and evaluation services, research, technical assistance, grant management and capacity building in over 100 countries, working for such clients such as the European Commission, the European Parliament, key EU agencies, the United Nations and various national and regional governments as well as international organisations.  Ecorys Poland has been operating as part of the Ecorys Group since 1997, with offices in Warsaw. The company is a national market leader in the field of evaluations and offers a wide range of research, consultancy and project management services. Within the company, the International Research Team (IRT) focuses on working with and for international clients in Europe and beyond. Our portfolio includes, inter alia, EU-wide studies for the European Commission and EU agencies (DG EMPL, DG HOME, DG RTD, DG ENER, EUROFOUND, EU-OSHA, ACER), evaluations for UN agencies (e.g. UNICEF) and other international actors (OECD, bilateral and multilateral donors), or foreign policy advisory for the European Parliament.

About the role:

·         Monitoring the market and identifying potential tender opportunities at the EU and international levels;

·         Preparing proposals for supranational organisations (such as the European Commission, European Parliament, UNICEF, EU Agencies, etc.);

·         Managing tender processes: requirement analysis, preparation of tender documentation, collecting administrative documents and references, CVs, submitting proposals online via e-tendering platforms;

·         Supporting tender desk activities by identifying and analysing potential partnerships and project collaboration;

·         Searching for external experts and partners. Building partnerships and business development.

·         Collaborating with project and research teams to develop effective proposal strategies.

·         Building and maintaining relationships with clients and business partners, including other Ecorys offices;

·         Monitoring the progress of tenders and reporting results.

·         Ensuring the quality and timeliness of submitted proposals.

Required experience:

·         Higher education (preferred fields: administration, management, international relations, economics, or related);

·         At least 2 years of experience in Tender Desk, Tender desk management, business development or a similar area;

·         Previous experience in developing research proposals and applying for funding at the EU level is highly desirable;

·         Knowledge of tendering processes at EU and international levels;

·         Knowledge of European policy-making processes and EU Institutions or/and knowledge of development actors/context;

·         Excellent (C1/C2) English writing skills; knowledge of other languages is an advantage;

·         Proactive, able to self-manage, and eager to take initiative in business acquisition;

·         Advanced knowledge of MS Office, including Teams, Word, Excel, etc.;

·         Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure;

·         Strong analytical and communication skills;

·         Ability to work in a team and independently manage tasks;

·         Project management experience is a plus.

What we value:

·         Talented social research enthusiasts;

·         Characteristics of being bright, resilient, detail-oriented, a critical and strategic thinker who can solve complex issues and propose innovative solutions;

·         Ability to work independently on multiple priorities and meet deadlines, while also being a good team player;

·         Committed to building a strong and flexible team with energy and ability to deliver the results;

·         Ability to develop effective long-term relationships with stakeholders.

What we offer:

·         Stable employment in a rapidly developing consulting firm

·         Friendly and flexible work environment with the possibility of remote work;

·         Diverse and inclusive culture where mutual support, teamwork and respect are highly valued;

·         Opportunity for professional growth and participation to work on a diverse portfolio of projects in regard to topics, clients and locations;

·         Attractive bonus system.

How to apply:

If you are interested in the above-described position, please send your CV by April 23rd, 2025 to: rekrutacja@ecorys.com with information in the subject: "EU Tenders & Business Development Specialist in IRT", and with the data processing clause in the content of the CV: “I hereby give consent for my personal data to be processed by Ecorys Polska Sp. z o.o. to conduct recruitment for the position for which I am applying and for the purposes of any future recruitment processes.”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.