Partnerships & Consortia Manager

Role Overview

· Identify and establish collaborations with universities, research institutions, VET providers, industry partners, NGOs, and public bodies relevant to EU funding priorities. · Develop, maintain, and update a strategic partner database aligned with AKMI International’s development priorities. · Identify suitable partners for upcoming EU calls and support the formation of strong, complementary, and competitive project consortia. · Initiate and maintain communication with potential partners and coordinate their engagement during proposal preparation. · Facilitate the collection of institutional profiles, expertise descriptions, and other partner-related information required during the consortium-building phase. · Represent AKMI International at networking events, brokerage events, conferences, and European project development forums. · Draft Applications and Technical Proposals indicatively under Erasmus+, CERV, AMIF, etc.

Requirements

· Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, European Studies, Cultural Management, Communication, Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, or another relevant field. · At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in European project development, international partnerships, or stakeholder engagement. · Proven experience in partnership development, consortium building, or participation in EU-funded collaborative projects. · Excellent command of English, both written and spoken. · Knowledge of an additional EU language will be considered a strong asset. · Excellent command of MS Office, especially Excel. · Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills. · Ability to manage multiple collaborations and maintain effective professional relationships. · Familiarity with EU funding programmes such as Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, CERV, AMIF, and other international initiatives will be highly appreciated. · Willingness to travel within and outside the EU.

Benefits

· Competitive compensation package. · Hybrid working model. · Continuous learning and professional growth. · An international and collaborative working environment. · The opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to projects with meaningful social and educational impact.