- EIT Food
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Public Insights and Engagement Project Manager (Consultant)
- EIT Food
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: March 15, 2025
- EIT Food
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: March 15, 2025
ABOUT EIT FOOD:
At EIT Food we accelerate innovation to build a future-fit food system that produces healthy and sustainable food for all. To achieve this, we are leading the world’s largest food innovation community. Through a missions-led approach, we put improving outcomes for people and planet as the starting point for our work.
Supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union, we invest in projects, organisations and individuals that share our goals for a healthy and sustainable food system. We unlock innovation potential in businesses and universities and create and scale agritech startups to bring new technologies and products to market. And we equip entrepreneurs and professionals with the skills needed to transform the food system and educate and inspire the next generation.
Our innovation projects are delivered with a combination of industry, education, and research partners to improve environmental and health outcomes, by developing solutions that align with our three missions: Healthier Lives Through Food, A Net Zero Food System, and Reducing Risk for a Fair and Resilient Food System.
EIT Food headquarters (HQ) are based in Leuven (Belgium) and it has 5 regional hubs in Europe (based in Poland, Spain, Germany, the UK and Netherlands), each working with and for partners in several EIT Food partner countries.
Visit our website: https://www.eitfood.eu.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Public Insights and Engagement team at EIT Food is looking for two (2) Project Managers to join our diverse team.
We are seeking highly organised and diplomatic colleagues to contribute to projects and programmes under EIT Food’s Public Insights and Engagement portfolio. We would also like you to coordinate the delivery of Food Literacy activities across Europe. This part-time role requires strong administrative skills, IT literacy, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You will align your activities and deliver your results to FoodUnfolded and FoodEducators Activity Leads, and The public Insights and Engagement Team.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
WHAT WE OFFER:
Working at EIT Food means joining a team of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to creating a better future through food innovation. We cultivate a culture of collaboration, inventiveness, inclusivity, and constructive feedback. All employees are encouraged to contribute their ideas and expertise towards our mission of creating a more sustainable and inclusive food system.
Together, we're making a real impact on the food industry and we're looking for talented individuals like you to join us.
As a valued member of our team, we'll provide you with a competitive salary and benefits package.
CONTRACT TYPE:
Part -time (3-4 days/ week) temporary position (min. 1 year).
LOCATION & TRAVEL FREQUENCY:
The position is remote (applicant must be based in Europe). Occasional travel within Europe may be expected.
HOW TO APPLY:
We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. While the application deadline is 15th of March, we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we find the right candidate. We recommend submitting your application at the earliest opportunity to ensure consideration. Please include your hourly rate in your cover letter.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
At EIT Food we believe that diversity and inclusion make us stronger. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates, regardless of age, gender, background, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. We welcome applications from everyone and strive to create a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential.
ABOUT PIE AT EIT FOOD:
The Public Insights and Engagement Functional Area supports EIT Food’s missions-based approach by enabling and empowering consumers to make better choices; Influencing food systems transformation policy and business practises through access to consumer insights; and Changing public discourse around food and sustainability, and championing a mindset of transparent and science-based information.
Our Public Insights and Engagement Goals:
To reach these goals, the Public Insights and Engagement activities are divided into two work streams:
At EIT Food we accelerate innovation to build a future-fit food system that produces healthy and sustainable food for all. To achieve this, we are leading the world’s largest food innovation community. Through a missions-led approach, we put improving outcomes for people and planet as the starting point for our work.
Supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union, we invest in projects, organisations and individuals that share our goals for a healthy and sustainable food system. We unlock innovation potential in businesses and universities and create and scale agritech startups to bring new technologies and products to market. And we equip entrepreneurs and professionals with the skills needed to transform the food system and educate and inspire the next generation.
Our innovation projects are delivered with a combination of industry, education, and research partners to improve environmental and health outcomes, by developing solutions that align with our three missions: Healthier Lives Through Food, A Net Zero Food System, and Reducing Risk for a Fair and Resilient Food System.
EIT Food headquarters (HQ) are based in Leuven (Belgium) and it has 5 regional hubs in Europe (based in Poland, Spain, Germany, the UK and Netherlands), each working with and for partners in several EIT Food partner countries.
Visit our website: https://www.eitfood.eu.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Public Insights and Engagement team at EIT Food is looking for two (2) Project Managers to join our diverse team.
We are seeking highly organised and diplomatic colleagues to contribute to projects and programmes under EIT Food’s Public Insights and Engagement portfolio. We would also like you to coordinate the delivery of Food Literacy activities across Europe. This part-time role requires strong administrative skills, IT literacy, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You will align your activities and deliver your results to FoodUnfolded and FoodEducators Activity Leads, and The public Insights and Engagement Team.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The role involves managing partner implementation, monitoring progress, preparing reports, and overseeing delivery to ensure activities align with expected outcomes and KPIs;
- The successful candidate will also be responsible for ensuring compliance of all functional area activities from an operational perspective, maintaining high standards of efficiency and accountability;
- Give ad hoc support where needed as we're still a small team.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- You have at least three years of relevant experience in in programme/project management, preferably in public engagement, science communication, outreach programmes, and the food sector;
- Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills;
- Skilled in data management & knowledge sharing using a variety of IT tools, including Microsoft Office products and Salesforce;
- You have demonstrated the ability to work collaboratively in multinational teams, contributing to the team’s success;
- You have a proven ability to work independently, managing multiple priorities effectively;
- You have excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- You are fluent in English (both spoken and written) and preferably another European language;
- Adaptable, flexible, and resilient in managing ambiguity and complexity;
- Embodies EIT Food community values: Collaborative, Inclusive, Inventive, and Constructive;
- Committed to driving food system transformation;
- Familiarity with Horizon 2020/Horizon Europe project administration is desirable.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Working at EIT Food means joining a team of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to creating a better future through food innovation. We cultivate a culture of collaboration, inventiveness, inclusivity, and constructive feedback. All employees are encouraged to contribute their ideas and expertise towards our mission of creating a more sustainable and inclusive food system.
Together, we're making a real impact on the food industry and we're looking for talented individuals like you to join us.
As a valued member of our team, we'll provide you with a competitive salary and benefits package.
CONTRACT TYPE:
Part -time (3-4 days/ week) temporary position (min. 1 year).
LOCATION & TRAVEL FREQUENCY:
The position is remote (applicant must be based in Europe). Occasional travel within Europe may be expected.
HOW TO APPLY:
We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. While the application deadline is 15th of March, we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we find the right candidate. We recommend submitting your application at the earliest opportunity to ensure consideration. Please include your hourly rate in your cover letter.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
At EIT Food we believe that diversity and inclusion make us stronger. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates, regardless of age, gender, background, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. We welcome applications from everyone and strive to create a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential.
ABOUT PIE AT EIT FOOD:
The Public Insights and Engagement Functional Area supports EIT Food’s missions-based approach by enabling and empowering consumers to make better choices; Influencing food systems transformation policy and business practises through access to consumer insights; and Changing public discourse around food and sustainability, and championing a mindset of transparent and science-based information.
Our Public Insights and Engagement Goals:
- Build a community of informed and engaged consumers who want to change the food system by making healthier and more sustainable choices;
- Nurture future generations to become connected to the food system, more conscious consumers and passionate about the role of agrifood in safeguarding the planet;
- Ensure consumers are placed at the centre of food innovation initiatives to increase rates of trust, acceptance and adoption.
To reach these goals, the Public Insights and Engagement activities are divided into two work streams:
- Understanding people’s food motivations and barriers;
- Creating a food literate European population.
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