EU Proposal Writer & Project Manager

Location: Remote, with periodic in-person responsibilities for project needs
Employment: Full-time
Salary: €1,500–€2,200 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications, plus statutory holiday bonuses and allowances

About the Role

Cerca Trova Ltd is a high-technology SME specialising in sensing, instrumentation, Industrial ICT/IoT systems, AI and related technologies, together with its international education division, Cerca Abroad.

We are looking for an experienced EU Proposal Writer & Project Manager to join our team and contribute to the development and management of European-funded projects.

The role combines competitive EU proposal development with the practical management of funded projects. You will work with technical specialists, universities, research organisations, companies and other international partners to develop project concepts, prepare funding applications and support the successful implementation of funded projects.

Key Responsibilities

EU Proposal Development

• Preparing and contributing to competitive funding proposals under Horizon Europe, LIFE, Interreg, Erasmus+ and other European funding programs.
• Conducting market research, impact analysis and feasibility assessments to support project concepts.
• Assessing technical ideas and supporting the development of strong project narratives.
• Working closely with technical experts, academic partners, research organisations and industry stakeholders.
• Coordinating proposal preparation, internal reviews, deadlines and submissions.
• Ensuring proposals are complete, consistent and aligned with the requirements of the relevant funding program.

EU Project Management

• Supporting and managing the implementation of European-funded projects.
• Coordinating activities, deliverables, milestones and reporting deadlines.
• Liaising with project partners, beneficiaries, subcontractors and other stakeholders.
• Preparing and coordinating technical reports, deliverables, project documentation and supporting materials.
• Monitoring progress against project plans and identifying issues requiring follow-up.
• Supporting financial and administrative project documentation where required.
• Participating in project meetings and maintaining effective communication with international consortium partners.

Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience in preparing competitive EU funding proposals, preferably including successful Horizon Europe, LIFE, Interreg or Erasmus+ submissions.
• University degree, or equivalent professional experience, in a scientific, engineering, business or related discipline.
• Excellent written English and strong analytical and persuasive writing skills.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines independently.
• Experience working with international partners and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote-working environment.

Desirable

• Experience managing European-funded projects.
• Experience with technical or research-oriented proposals.
• Knowledge of English.
• Experience working with universities, research organisations or technology companies.
• Familiarity with EU project reporting and grant management requirements.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment with a competitive gross salary of €1,500–€2,200 per month, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Statutory holiday bonuses and allowances.
• Remote-first working environment with periodic in-person responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work on innovative European research, technology and education projects.
• Collaboration with universities, research organisations, companies and international partners.
• A varied role combining proposal development, project management and technology-driven innovation.
• Professional development and opportunities to take increasing responsibility within the organisation.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, a brief statement of interest and their earliest availability.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.