Experts Project Manager for International Development Unit

1 maand geleden


Rotterdam, Nederland ECORYS Voltijd

Our International Development Unit is currently looking for an Experts Project Manager to join our team. This role can be based in Rotterdam, Brussels, London or Sofia.

Your Role
As a Experts Project Manager you will support identification and recruitment of external experts for tenders and projects in international development, covering the broad range of thematic areas of Ecorys such as: public sector governance, public finance management, trade and private sector development, civil society, security and justice, climate, energy and environment, urban and regional development, transport and infrastructure. We currently deliver various contracts for our clients such as the EU/EuropeAid, the World Bank, the UN, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other bilateral donors, international charities and foundations, and NGOs.

In your role you will be primary responsible for sourcing, evaluating and making recommendations to hire associate experts for donor-funded tenders as well as international projects staffing needs. You will develop strong collaboration with our with business development and project delivery teams, and develop global networks amongst proven experts in diverse technical fields.

The Experts Project Manager will be responsible for the following duties:

Based on requirements in donor’s Invitations To Tender (ITT), develop project specific recruitment strategies in cooperation with the bidding team.  Take ownership and lead the recruitment process of external experts, including sourcing the candidates and providing support in CV evaluation for both proposals and ongoing projects. Prepare the role profiles and external announcements, post advertisements on designated media and websites, manage the incoming applications and incoming CVs in line with Ecorys Data Privacy & Security policy. Interview candidates, conduct reference checks, provide recommendations to the bidding teams. Collaborate with individual experts to adapt and update their CV to the format and expectations of the ITT. Manage the timely collection of supporting documentation related to CVs, in line with ITT requirements. Negotiate consultant’s fee rates and allowances within approved budgets. Actively develop networks with experts in line with prospective pipeline.  Support Proposal Manager and other members of the bidding team as necessary throughout recruitment processes. Maintain communication with candidates to keep them updated through the tender and hiring process. Support the Project Managers in staffing for ongoing projects.

Qualifications and Experience

Relevant graduate degree or diploma in Law, Political Science, International Relations or other relevant field. Good command of English language. Knowledge of French is a plus. At least 5 years of professional experience in tendering in international development cooperation sector, with focus on staffing and recruitment of experts. At least 3 years of hands-on experience of work on EuropeAid tenders. Good network with experts in one or more of the thematic areas mentioned above. Strong networking skills and ability to develop lasting relationships with candidates. Ability to work autonomously and efficiently under limited supervision. Extensive experience in using (online) channels to find the right candidates and entice them to apply. Excellent conversational skills.

Our Offer

We prefer this position to be hired in one of our country offices in the Netherlands (Rotterdam office), Belgium (Brussels office), Bulgaria (Sofia office), UK (London office), but are also open to discussing other remote locations.

We offer a professional, stimulating and learning environment. Our offer further includes a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and ample training and other professional development opportunities. We also offer excellent additional employee benefits, such as the opportunity to purchase Ecorys shares, employers’ contribution to the pension plan, and purchase of additional holidays. We have a hybrid working policy, which means that we are flexible in terms of working from home or office.

The intended job start is on June 4 (negotiable).


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