Junior Project Manager (m/f/d)

About EIT RawMaterials

As the world moves towards a greener future, the demand for raw materials—minerals and metals—is set to increase immensely over the next three decades. Europe faces a critical challenge in securing a stable supply of these essential resources. This challenge is where EIT RawMaterials steps in.

EIT RawMaterials is at the forefront of driving innovation and sustainability in the raw materials sector. As an Innovation Community within the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), we collaborate with over 300 partners across industry, academia, and research institutes. Together, we forge dynamic, long-term partnerships to develop innovative solutions that meet Europe's growing demand for raw materials.

Role Overview

Within the EU–Australia Partnership project on sustainable critical and strategic minerals, we are looking for a Junior Project Manager (m/f/d) to support the day-to-day implementation of the project. The position focuses on communications, coordination, and administrative activities and offers an excellent opportunity for an early‑career professional to gain exposure to EU‑funded projects, international cooperation, and strategic industrial policy.

Key responsibilities

Project coordination & administration

• Support planning and organisation of meetings, webinars, events, and business missions
• Coordinate logistics, travel arrangements, and documentation
• Maintain records, participant lists, and project tracking tools
• Support reporting, compliance, and audit-related documentation

Communications & dissemination

• Support implementation of the project’s communication and visibility activities
• Assist with website and online platform updates
• Prepare newsletters, event materials, and social media content
• Ensure EU visibility requirements are met across communication channels

Stakeholder support

• Act as a coordination point for internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support follow-up actions after events and meetings
• Assist senior team members with presentations and briefing materials

Requirements

• University degree in communications, project management, public administration, or a related field
• 1–3 years of relevant experience (internships included)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Comfortable working with digital tools, online events, and content management
• Interest in EU policy, sustainability, or international cooperation
• Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn

Additional Information & Our Recruitment Process

• Commitment to Diversity: EIT RawMaterials is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background.
• Employment Type: Temporary Position on a two-year contract with the possibility of extension.
• Position Location: Germany, Poland, Italy, Slovenia, Latvia, Finland, Greece, Hungary and Austria

We invite you to apply for this opportunity to make a significant impact on Europe's innovation landscape.

The position will stay open until a successful candidate is chosen.

• Application Review: Our team thoroughly reviews each application. Please make sure to submit your CV in English.
• Initial Interview (30 minutes): Meet with the hiring manager and recruitment team.
• Second Interview (60 minutes): Second interview with a presentation on a relevant topic to the hiring manager and the HR team.
• Offer: If successful, receive an offer to join our team.