All Things Urban

EIT Urban Mobility is an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT). Since January 2019 we have been working to encourage positive changes in the way people move around cities in order to make them more liveable places. We aim to become the largest European initiative transforming urban mobility. Co-funding of up to € 400 million (2020-2026) from the EIT, a body of the European Union, will help make this happen.

The Mobility Digitalisation Officer will report to the Action and Impact Group Manager. S/he will focus primarily on the delivery of externally awarded projects under the programmes Horizon Europe and Digital Europe. As EIT Urban Mobility continues to attract external funding, the team ensures all contractual obligations of awards are met with quality content on time and on budget. This specific role is one of the core functions, dedicated mainly to the digitalisation of mobility systems, data sharing and governance/privacy models. The position will involve communication and presentation of results/finding to politicians and European/national programme officers. In addition to that, s/he will have an active role within the Innovation Team, providing support to the creation of written and visual content and organising workshops/events for mobility experts and policy makers.

- Write content and make accessible technical, digital/mobility innovation/scientific material to different target audiences- Design and deliver funded programmes/projects, including preparation and implementation of the projects’ communication plans - Set up and maintain social media channels for European funded projects on digital platforms - Organise and facilitate workshops and expert forums in technical fields related to urban mobility - Manage WordPress sites, making regular updates to content and writing news items - Create event graphics and social media graphics for online and in person events - Liaise with Innovation Lifecycle Officers to assess their projects’ media/communication value and useability - Support with in-person and online event planning, as needed, for Innovation Areas - Prepare and manage event participation, using Eventbrite, sending general invites, drafting event content ensuring GDPR compliance, and working closely with other units - Manage the communication/relationship with speakers, before and through events

THE PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR We put a high value on your individual qualities, and we are looking for someone who strives for making a difference together with other people. The ideal candidate would have: - At least 3 years of working experience in EU funded projects e.g. Horizon Europe, Interreg, Connecting Europe Facility - Knowledge of and experience developing communication materials across all communication channels including video, social media, and website news content - Ability to collate technical. sectoral and operational information and produce a precis for general public or executive use - Experience supporting in-person and online event planning, coordinating speakers, making detailed agendas, and creating PowerPoint presentations - Entrepreneurial and hands-on mindset to manage projects from start to finish - Experience in write event descriptions, website new items, and social media posts - High level of English proficiency essential especially writing, editing, and proofreading - Experience designing, coding, and editing WordPress sites - Competence in graphic design using tools like Canva, Photoshop, or similar design software To be a fit for this role: An ideal candidate will strive to generate positive environmental and social impact in line with EIT Urban Mobility’s mission. We are looking for individuals with a “can do” attitude, who are passionate about sales. Education: - Degree in Communication, Marketing, Journalism or related field is a plus - Specialisation/expertise in technical/engineering/science related career - Excellent written and spoken English (C1), additional European languages are a plus ELIGIBILITY General Conditions: By the closing date of this call candidates must: - Be a national of an EU Member State or an EFTA state - Enjoy their full rights as citizens - Meet the character requirements for the duties involved

The position is based in Barcelona (Spain). - Permanent and full-time position, with possibility to homework up to 2 days a week. - Some travel is expected. - No relocation expenses are assigned. - Preferred starting date: September 2022

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