Consultant / Senior Consultant - EU Tenders & Business Development Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring the market and identifying potential tender opportunities at the EU and international levels;
• Preparing proposals for supranational organisations (such as the European Commission, European Parliament, UNICEF, EU Agencies, etc.);
• Managing tender processes: requirement analysis, preparation of tender documentation, collecting administrative documents and references, CVs, submitting proposals online via e-tendering platforms;
• Supporting tender desk activities by identifying and analysing potential partnerships and project collaboration;
• Searching for external experts and partners. Building partnerships and business development.
• Collaborating with project and research teams to develop effective proposal strategies;
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and business partners, including other Ecorys offices;
• Monitoring the progress of tenders and reporting results;
• Ensuring the quality and timeliness of submitted proposals.

What you will need

• Higher education (preferred fields: administration, management, international relations, economics, or related);
• At least 2 years of experience in Tender Desk, Tender desk management, business development or a similar area;
• Previous experience in developing research proposals and applying for funding at the EU level is highly desirable;
• Knowledge of tendering processes at EU and international levels;
• Knowledge of European policy-making processes and EU Institutions or/and knowledge of development actors/context;
• Excellent (C1/C2) English writing skills; knowledge of other languages is an advantage;
• Proactive, able to self-manage, and eager to take initiative in business acquisition;
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, including Teams, Word, Excel, etc.;
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure;
• Strong analytical and communication skills;
• Ability to work in a team and independently manage tasks;
• Project management experience is a plus.

Our Offer

• Flexible working arrangements (remote, hybrid, or office-based)
• Opportunity to work from our office in Warsaw, where applicable.

• We welcome applications from candidates based in different countries;
• Candidates based in Poland may be engaged under arrangements compliant with Polish regulations;
• Candidates based outside Poland may be engaged through a consultancy agreement or another appropriate contractual arrangement;
• The level of appointment (Senior Consultant or Lead Consultant) will depend on the candidate's experience, track record in business development, and ability to lead projects and proposal development activities.

• The indicative salary range: approximately PLN 5,000 – PLN 12,000 gross per month;
• The indicative salary range is presented in PLN and reflects full-time equivalent remuneration;
• For candidates engaged under the consultancy agreement, remuneration will be agreed and paid in the EUR equivalent (gross);
• The final compensation package will depend on the type of engagement, location, seniority level, experience, expertise, and business development track record;
• Attractive bonus system;
• Benefits in accordance with company policy and availability, depending on location;
• Access to learning and professional development through the Ecorys Global Academy.