programme manager

Société : Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking

The Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking (EU-RAIL) is a public-private partnership between the European Union and the rail sector, established by Council Regulation (EU)2021/2085 of 19/11/2021. The EU-RAIL, located in Brussels, is responsible for implementing the EU-RAIL Research and Innovation Programme, funded jointly by the Union and Industry Members of the Rail Sector, with a view to contributing to the European Union's Policy priorities and more specifically the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy of December 2020. By 2031, EU-RAIL will have implemented research and innovation activities totalling EUR 2.2 billion since the establishment of S2R in 2016. We are structured around two main pillars, the Innovation Pillar and the System Pillar, complemented by the Deployment Group and is in its launch phase, with the first Calls for Proposals expected to be launched during Q1 2022. And today, to achieve such ambitious Programme, Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking (EU-RAIL) is looking for 2 confident and committed Programme Managers, one for the Innovation Pillar unit and other for the System Pillar unit. They will have the following main responsibilities: Work breakdown tasks: determination of work remits from targets and outputs; work allocation, issue management; Continuous assessment of deliverables and milestones and their alignment with the respective contracts in view of delivering the “certified correct” for payment; Verifying the quality of the information on risks/opportunities/issues reported and supporting the identification of needed mitigation measures; Contributing to the dissemination of EU-RAIL activities/outputs in line with the established communication strategy; Preparing input for EU-RAIL bodies, including support in the preparation of answers to EC policy requests, and draft reports and meeting minutes; Acting as Business partner and keep constructive and professional relations with the EU-RAIL Founding Members and stakeholders, as relevant; Taking on additional tasks as required in the interest of the service, as indicated by his/her line manager. Eligibility criteria: be a national of a member state of the European Union; enjoy his/ her full rights as a citizen; have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the applicable laws concerning military service; be physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post; meet the character requirements for the duties involved; have a thorough knowledge of one of the official EU languages and a satisfactory knowledge (at least B2 level) of another of these languages to the extent necessary for the performance of their duties. Have a level of education which corresponds to completed university studies of at least three (3) years attested by a diploma; In case you do not fulfil all the eligibility criteria, your application will not be taken into consideration. Eligibility criteria must be fulfilled by the deadline for applications and maintained throughout the selection procedure and appointment. Selection criteria: Candidates selected based on the above eligibility criteria will then be evaluated according to the following selection criteria: Essential qualifications and experience At least 4 years of professional experience acquired in positions involving tasks similar to those identified in the job description of the post; At least 4 years of professional experience in project and programme management, supporting the delivery of complex and high value projects; Excellent command of both written and spoken English, as this is the working language of EU-RAIL; Advantageous qualifications and experience (to be considered individually) Relevant experience with H2020 EU Research and Innovation programme or similar research funding or other Union programmes; Proven knowledge (by experience and/or relevant academic studies) of the rail sector; Professional accreditation for project management; Knowledge of model based system engineering and related tools; The place of employment will be Brussels, where the Joint Undertaking premises are located. The successful candidate will be recruited as a Contract Agent FGIV, pursuant to Article 3(a) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Communities, period of three (3) years (with possibility of continuation). After an evaluation of the job holder's performance, and subject to budget availability, the term of office may be extended. The period of engagement will not in any case exceed the lifetime of EU-RAIL. Candidates should note the requirement under the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants for all new staff to complete successfully a probationary period. The pay of staff me... Originele vacature is te vinden op StepStone.be – Maak nu een Jobagent aan op StepStone en vind je droombaan! https://bit.ly/2jPYsZC Vind gelijkaardige jobs, informatie over werkgevers en carrièretips op StepStone.be!