International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory Careers

Project Manager

Job Reference: Ref.09.24.47

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Group/Unit: Business and Strategic Relations

Number of Vacancies: 1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration: 12 months

Open Date for Applications: September 13th, 2024

Closing Date for Applications: September 29th, 2024, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

Key words: #CircularEconomy #RegionalDevelopment #StakeholderEngagement #SustainableDevelopment #InnovationSchemes #OrganisationalSkills #CommunicationSkills #TeamWork #Management #Science #Engineering #ProjectManagement #EuropeanFundedProjects #IndependentWork #EventPlanning

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Project Manager. This role is pivotal in developing a Circular Economy Action Plan for the Norte region of Portugal. This position requires a proactive individual with excellent organisational and communication skills, capable of managing diverse tasks. This position is framed by project Frontsh1p (Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Programme under grant agreement No. 101037031).

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

• Building a Circular Economy Action Plan for the Norte region of Portugal based on the methodology defined in the Frontsh1p project and on the needs of the Stakeholders of the Norte region;
• Mapping of the existing networks for the valorisation of the waste generated by both the agrifood and the plastics ecosystems;
• Supporting actively the engagement of relevant actors in the region;
• Identifying innovation schemes, facilitating industrial exploitation, empowering public buyers and improving consumers’ understanding and acceptance of circular and climate-neutral services and products;
• Defining dissemination actions targeting citizens and industry;
• Defining training and skills development initiatives;
• Supporting the creation of policy recommendations to scale up the actions of the Circular Economy Action Plan at inter-regional and national levels;
• Supporting the promotion of a platform for dialogue and cooperation between stakeholders, with the goal of identifying, nurturing and strengthening synergies

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

• University degree in Science or Engineering, in a field related to the project scope (i.e., environment, materials, waste management/treatment, sustainability).

Experience

• Experience in project management, preferably in a research or academic environment;
• Experience in organising events, workshops, or meetings, including logistical planning and stakeholder engagement;

Technical Skills

• Good computer literacy and skills;
• Portuguese proficiency (written and verbal), since the project is developed in collaboration with multiple local stakeholders;
• English proficiency (written and verbal), as all documentation will be prepared in English and for participation in meetings with international partners.

Personal Skills

• “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines;
• Problem Solving ability;
• Customer orientation;
• Ability to work as a team player;
• Good communication skills.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:

a)     Cover letter

b)     Curriculum Vitae

c)      Academic and/or Professional diplomas

Online application instructions:

1. The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
2. The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
3. The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Important note:

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works
 

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats: video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions. 

Additional Information

Application feedback

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl.int), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.