Project Manager – Road Transport, Logistics and Training

JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Head of IRU Projects, the Project Manager will be responsible for the management of co-funded projects and for the design and execution of a strategic project plan, to develop new solutions and concepts in line with the organisation’s priorities in sustainable road transport.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage project activities in collaboration with key stakeholders including the development and implementation of work plans, activities’ report and technical programmes for events.
• Lead the development and implementation of a broad coordinated set of plans and programmes to meet the priorities of the organisation.
• Pro-actively identify new project opportunities, draft proposals and provide expertise to other team members when necessary.
• Develop and implement training projects including but not limited to the development of training material, Train the Trainers and pilot training, organisation of seminars and workshops.
• Direct and contribute to the preparation of business models, cost-benefit analysis, exploitation plans, deployment roadmaps and other relevant documents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Training or any related field; Professional qualifications such as PMP would be an asset.
• At least 5 years project management experience with European Commission supported projects (e.g. FP7, CIP, Lifelong Learning Programme, TEN-T) or other relevant fields, such as adult learning.
• Proven experience in instructional design and a good command of innovative learning tools is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of road transport and vehicle technologies.
• Extensive network in the field of transport or logistics.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; knowledge of other European languages will be viewed favourably.

Please address you application letters and CV at hr@iru.org