Introduction
Technopolis Group is a leading European research and consultancy firm specialising in strategic R&I policy and EU-funded programme support. We work closely with EU institutions, including the European Commission as well as national and regional authorities, public and private partnerships, and research organisations.
Our Brussels team plays a central role in delivering high-quality monitoring, evaluation, and socio-economic impact studies across key EU policy areas. We are particularly active in Research & Innovation, the Green Economy, Health, and Higher Education, with growing portfolios in the digital economy, innovative cities, open science, stakeholder engagement, and communication.
For experienced Project Officers familiar with EU funding programmes, Technopolis offers the opportunity to work on high-profile assignments, contribute to evidence-based policymaking, and collaborate with a diverse team of specialists across our 12 international offices. With over 30 years of continuous growth and around 230 experts worldwide, 35 based in Brussels. We provide a dynamic, supportive environment for professionals looking to deepen their impact in the EU policy landscape.
For more information: www.technopolis-group.com
Your profile
Applicants for the Project Officer position should have at least three years of substantial experience supporting projects funded by EU programmes such as Horizon Europe or Digital Europe ...., along with a solid understanding of participation rules and relevant funding mechanisms.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organisational and planning abilities, including advanced proficiency in Excel. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, who thrives in collaborative environments, is proactive, committed, forward-thinking, and able to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
An excellent command of spoken and written English is essential, while proficiency in additional European languages will be considered an asset.
Your responsibilities
The Project Officer will play a key role across the full project lifecycle, from proposal preparation to implementation and reporting. Core responsibilities include:
- Providing administrative and coordination support during proposal development.
- Following up on contractual matters (incl. financial reporting) with project partners and external experts, under the guidance of the project manager and operations manager.
- Monitoring administrative deadlines and ensuring all reporting requirements are met.
- Acting as the primary contact point for all parties involved ( managing help-desk e-mails, dispatching enquiries)
- Tracking the timely delivery of the project outputs, keeping the project manager regularly informed, and following up with all parties involved.
- Maintaining project workspaces on Teams/SharePoint, including document filing and access management.
- Managing project expenses and supporting project and operations manager with financial reporting tasks.
- Assisting with project-related activities such as data collection, maintaining mailing lists, etc.
- Supporting the organisation of events and meetings.
- Preparing minutes for team and project-related meetings
Interested? Apply directly
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Please note that applicants must hold EU citizenship or possess a valid work permit.
Applications in English should be submitted via our website under reference PA26, including both a CV and a cover letter.
The deadline for applications is 9 January 2026. We will review and interview candidates on a rolling basis, early applications are strongly encouraged. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About us
At Technopolis Group, we began our journey as pioneers in the evaluation of science, technology and innovation policies. While evaluation remains a cornerstone of our identity, we’ve evolved into a trusted partner for evidence-based decision-making across a wide spectrum of policy areas.
Today, our multidisciplinary experts offer strategic advice, forward-looking foresight, and robust project and network management, even in the most complex contexts. We combine cutting-edge data analytics with a deep understanding of policy to deliver insights that are both rigorous and actionable. From assessing policy effectiveness to measuring impact and communicating results to diverse audiences, we ensure clarity, relevance and reach.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we collaborate closely with our clients to design tailored approaches that truly meet their needs.
Our work spans the globe and the governance spectrum, partnering with international institutions such as the European Commission and multilateral development banks, as well as with national, regional and local authorities. We also support universities, research centres, business networks, clusters, and incubators, helping them navigate complexity and drive impact.
