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Cyprus

Eurosuccess Consulting 

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Procurement & Supply Chain

Business Development / Partnerships

Our Organization is now looking for an ambitious and talented Development &amp; Partnerships Officer with a passion for developing innovative project concepts and managing our ongoing projects under EU programmes.&nbsp;Job PurposeThe Development &amp; Partnerships Officer, under the Proposals &amp; Tenders Department, supports the strategic, operational and networking activities of the department, contributing to the organisation’s growth through the identification, development and submission of high-quality project proposals and tenders under EU, national and international funding programmes.The role combines proposal development support, partnership management, departmental coordination and business development activities, helping to strengthen the organisation’s competitive position, expand its project portfolio and enhance its presence within European and national funding ecosystems.The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Proposals &amp; Tenders Department and colleagues across the organisation, while also engaging with external partners, experts, stakeholders and funding bodies.&nbsp;Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Support &amp; Departmental Development<ul><li>Support the implementation of the department’s strategy, objectives and growth plans.</li><li>Contribute to the identification and assessment of funding opportunities aligned with organisational priorities.</li><li>Assist in maintaining and monitoring the department’s funding pipeline and opportunity tracking systems.</li><li>Support the development and maintenance of strategic partnerships and cooperation networks.</li><li>Contribute to departmental planning, monitoring, reporting and continuous improvement processes.</li><li>Provide support during strategic meetings, consultations and partnership discussions.</li><li>Report directly to the Head of Department and contribute to the implementation of agreed strategic actions.</li></ul>&nbsp;Proposals &amp; Tenders<ul><li>Monitor EU, international, national and regional funding opportunities, procurement portals and calls for proposals.</li><li>Support the full proposal and tender development cycle, including research, partner communication, drafting, data collection, budgeting support, quality review and submission processes.</li><li>Contribute to proposal writing, concept development, needs analysis, desk research and supporting documentation.</li><li>Liaise with internal departments and external partners to ensure timely collection of required inputs and information.</li><li>Support the preparation of competitive budgets in cooperation with the Head of Department and relevant colleagues.</li><li>Assist in ensuring compliance with donor, procurement and eligibility requirements.</li><li>Support the implementation and maintenance of internal procedures, templates, quality assurance mechanisms and proposal development tools.</li><li>Maintain proposal databases, submission records, lessons learned documentation and proposal archives.</li><li>Contribute to the preparation of organisational profiles, methodologies, capacity statements and other proposal-related materials.</li></ul>&nbsp;Partnerships, Networking &amp; External Relations<ul><li>Represent the organisation at information days, networking events, conferences, workshops, brokerage events and partner meetings.</li><li>Support the identification, engagement and management of strategic partners, experts and stakeholders.</li><li>Contribute to stakeholder mapping and partnership development activities.</li><li>Build and maintain professional relationships with funding bodies, partner organisations, consultants, experts and relevant networks.</li><li>Support the organisation’s visibility and positioning within European and national funding ecosystems.</li><li>Participate in consortium-building activities and partnership development initiatives.</li></ul>&nbsp;Coordination &amp; Administrative Support<ul><li>Support the coordination of proposal preparation timelines, deadlines and internal workflows.</li><li>Follow up with partners and colleagues regarding pending inputs, documentation and deliverables.</li><li>Organise and maintain proposal-related records, databases, contact lists and knowledge management systems.</li><li>Assist in organising meetings, workshops, consultations and proposal development sessions.</li><li>Prepare meeting notes, action points and follow-up documentation when required.</li><li>Support the effective administration and coordination of departmental activities.</li></ul>&nbsp;Required Qualifications, Experience &amp; Skills<ul><li>University degree in European Studies, International Relations, Business Administration, Political Sciences, Economics, Project Management, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in EU projects, proposal development, tenders, business development, partnerships, or related areas.</li><li>Understanding of European funding programmes, project development processes and/or public procurement procedures.</li><li>Experience in coordinating tasks and working with multiple stakeholders and deadlines.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.</li><li>Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently while maintaining strong teamwork and collaboration.</li><li>Excellent IT literacy, including MS Office and online collaboration tools.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.</li></ul>&nbsp;Desired (but not mandatory) Qualifications<ul><li>Previous experience in proposal writing or project development.</li><li>Experience in consultancy, NGO, educational, research, or international cooperation environments.</li><li>Familiarity with EU funding programmes such as Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, Interreg, CERV, AMIF, Digital Europe, or similar initiatives.</li><li>Experience in partnership development and international networking.</li><li>Additional EU language(s) will be considered an advantage.</li><li>Master’s degree in a relevant field.</li></ul>&nbsp;Personal Attributes &amp; Soft Skills<ul><li>Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and networking abilities.</li><li>Strategic thinking and curiosity regarding funding and development opportunities.</li><li>High level of organisation and time management.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.</li><li>Professional maturity, diplomacy and discretion.</li><li>Adaptability, flexibility and willingness to learn.</li><li>Integrity, accountability and commitment to excellence.</li></ul>&nbsp;What We OfferFlexibility &amp; Time Benefits<ul><li>Hybrid work opportunities.</li><li>Shorter working hours every Friday.</li><li>4-day work weeks throughout August, to promote rest and wellbeing during the summer period.</li></ul>&nbsp;Leave &amp; Personal Wellbeing<ul><li>Birthday leave – an additional day off to celebrate your birthday.</li><li>Additional annual leave days based on years of service.</li><li>Monthly additional leave for young mothers, during the first year of their child’s life.</li><li>Voluntarism leave – supporting employees to participate in voluntary activities during working time, fostering personal growth, community contribution and wellbeing.</li></ul>&nbsp;Financial &amp; Employment Benefits<ul><li>13th salary, in accordance with organisational policy.</li><li>Provident Fund scheme.</li><li>Bonus &amp; Incentive Schemes – applicable to all positions, including annual or ad-hoc rewards based on performance, contribution and organizational goals.</li></ul>&nbsp;Growth &amp; Development<ul><li>Access to the internal Employee Empowerment and Support Programme, including coaching and wellbeing support.</li><li>Opportunities for continuous learning and external professional development.</li><li>Opportunities for national and international travel through EU-funded projects.</li></ul>&nbsp;Starting Date, Duration and Place of Position<ul><li>This is a&nbsp;full-time&nbsp;position with a&nbsp;six-month probationary period. The successful candidate is expected to become fully familiar with internal work processes and operate independently within the first three months.</li></ul>

Development & Partnerships Officer

Development & Partnerships Officer

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