A non-profit organisation is looking for a European Union (EU) Project Assistant with at least 1 year of experience in implementing projects funded by the European Union.
Please, note that skills and knowledge on EU Proposal Writing and the motivation to contribute to EU Partnership Building is a strong asset. Additionally, experience working with other types of international, national, and regional funding schemes is also valuable.
About Fundación Equipo Humano
Fundación Equipo Humano (FEH) is a private, non-profit organisation that develops innovative solutions in training, employment, and HR management.
The European Projects Department at Fundación Equipo Humano identifies Europe’s needs and designs and implements international solutions supported by EU funding opportunities.
We are committed to EU projects that have a positive impact on civil society.
Our core project activities focus on employment, training and education, internationalisation, entrepreneurship, labour mobility, competitiveness, social innovation, environment, climate change, circular economy, and the creative and social industries, among others.
Further details on currently implemented projects will be provided during the interview and can also be found in FEH’s project section.
Main responsibilities
The main responsibilities will be the support to the design, presentation, implementation, and management of projects co-financed by the European Union through the following programmes:
Erasmus+, SMP, EaSI, EURES, Creative Europe, CERV, AMIF, INTERREG, Horizon Europe and LIFE.
It will be highly valuable to have experience related to training, human resources, entrepreneurship, business, employability, sustainability or the education sector.
Job Description and Tasks
The work will consist in supporting the implementation of EU project activities and project management following the European programmes requirements, including, inter alia:
- Contributing to the search for new calls, partners, and preparation and negotiation with other entities on the participation of FEH in other projects.
- Contributing to the development of the design and content of project proposals.
- Supporting day-to-day project tasks such as Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs, EURES TMS, Erasmus+, CERV and LIFE: development of training materials, guides, videos, direct contact with project partners, translations, monitoring actions, etc.
- Contributing to the drafting of timesheets and financial reporting according to European funding programme standards.
- Supporting the drafting of reports and information gathering on project implementation.
- Supporting the preparation of meetings, attending meetings and writing minutes.
- Contributing to the drafting of news, posts, interviews, press releases and dissemination activities.
- Developing digital presentations and preparing events and conferences.
- Implementing focus groups and workshops, including public speaking with diverse target groups.
Requirements
Technical experience:
- At least 1 year of experience in a position with duties and responsibilities similar to those described above.
- University degree related to administrative and project management, social relations, cultural studies, psychology, law, marketing, business, commerce, political science, translation, secretarial studies or any other relevant field.
Languages:
- English – C1 or equivalent.
- Spanish – C1 or equivalent.
- Knowledge of French, Italian or German is considered an asset.
Skills and abilities:
- Ability to build trusted relationships with partners and collaborators in Spain and across the European Union.
- Initiative and professional growth mindset within Fundación.
- Ability to take on responsibilities.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Capacity to work under pressure in an international environment.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Results-oriented and service-driven attitude.
- Digital and IT skills (Moodle, Online Marketing, social media…).
What do we offer?
- Immediate incorporation into a young and passionate team.
- Become an expert in EU funding and project management.
- International working environment with organisations across Europe.
- Opportunity to acquire expertise in proposal writing under senior EU experts.
- Possibility to introduce and develop your own project ideas.
- Long-term professional development, with the possibility of evolving towards a Senior EU Project Manager role.
- Full-time contract.
- Hybrid working model: 3 remote working days and 2 office days in Valencia (mandatory).
- Travel subsistence costs covered.
- Participation in innovative HR methodologies and training techniques.
The salary will be discussed during the interview according to the candidate’s experience and the Convenio colectivo del sector de Oficinas y Despachos de la provincia de Valencia 2024–2026.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of five phases:
To apply, please send your application to:
feheu@fundacionequipohumano.es
Application deadline: 26 June 2026
Before applying, carefully check that you meet all the eligibility criteria.
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
Applications must include:
- Motivation letter (maximum one page).
- CV, both submitted in English or Spanish (preferably English).
The CV or motivation letter should demonstrate experience in EU projects or similar initiatives.
Candidates whose profiles match the position will be invited to a first interview during the first five working days after the application deadline.
The interview will focus on previous professional experience.
Interviews will take place at the offices of Fundación Equipo Humano in Paterna (Carrer de Gustave Eiffel, 3, 46980 Paterna, Valencia). Online interviews may be possible, although in-person interviews are preferred.
Selected candidates will attend a second interview with more specific questions. A practical activity may also be included.
The final decision will be based on the interviews and the feedback obtained.
A pre-commitment contract will be signed with the selected candidate.
Expected starting date: September 2026.
