EU Projects, Communications and Development Coordinator

The European Observatoire of Sport and Employment (EOSE) is looking for an experienced professional to join our team and contribute to the delivery and further development of our activities in the sport sector across Europe and internationally. The role covers a broad range of activities, including EU-funded projects, communication and marketing, research, publications, events, stakeholder relations and organisational development. The successful candidate will need to manage several priorities at the same time and be comfortable moving between different types of tasks according to EOSE’s needs. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with autonomy, adaptable, well organised and willing to take responsibility across different areas of work. > ABOUT EOSE: EOSE is a not-for-profit European Civil Society Organisation registered in France, bringing together a wide network of members, partners and stakeholders across Europe and beyond. Our ambition is to help the sport and physical activity sector realise its full potential and contribution to society, including in areas such as health and wellbeing, social inclusion, education, tourism, economic activity and employment. Achieving this potential requires paid professionals and volunteers with the right skills, competences and support to perform their roles effectively. EOSE’s mission is to facilitate and support the development of the sport workforce, bringing education and employment closer together and helping ensure that people working and volunteering in sport have the competences required by the sector. A central part of our role is to act as a facilitator between stakeholders, connecting sport employers, international, European and national sport federations, sport clubs and other sport organisations with education and training providers, public authorities, policymakers and other relevant actors. We also aim to connect needs and realities identified at local and national level with European policies, developments and opportunities. Our work evolves according to the needs of the sector, the expectations of sport stakeholders and developments in EU policies related to sport, education, youth and employment. Areas of activity include, for example, sport employment and workforce development, volunteering in sport, sport for development, dual careers, education and training, skills development, gender equality, safeguarding and digitalisation. Find out more: www.eose.org > MAIN

RESPONSIBILITIES:
As part of the EOSE team, the successful candidate will:
• Coordinate and manage EU-funded projects including planning, partner coordination, delivery of outputs, monitoring of deadlines and reporting requirements.
• Lead the development of new EU projects and funding applications, including identifying opportunities, developing ideas, building partnerships and preparing proposals.
• Undertake and coordinate research and consultation activities, including surveys, desk research, interviews, stakeholder consultation, analysis and reporting.
• Manage and produce communication activities and content, including social media, newsletters, website content, presentations and publications.
• Develop and maintain relationships with EOSE members, project partners and stakeholders, including sport organisations, public authorities, research centres, social partners and education and training providers.
• Plan and deliver meetings, workshops, seminars and events, both online and face-to-face.
• Contribute to the day-to-day administrative and financial management of projects and the wider organisation.
• Contribute to new ideas, partnerships and initiatives responding to emerging needs and opportunities in the sport sector, as well as to the wider development of EOSE. > ABOUT YOU > ABOUT YOU: We are looking for someone with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience, gained within the sport sector and/or in positions directly related to the main responsibilities of this role. You should have experience in project coordination or project management, ideally involving European or international collaborative projects, together with a good understanding of the European environment, EU programmes and relevant policy developments. You will also need:
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage several projects, activities and deadlines simultaneously.
• The ability to work autonomously in a remote environment while collaborating effectively as part of an international team.
• Strong digital confidence, including online collaboration tools and the ability to adapt quickly to new technologies.
• The ability to use AI-enabled tools appropriately and responsibly to support research, communication, organisation and day-to-day productivity.
• A genuine interest in and motivation to contribute to the sport sector.
• Willingness and availability to travel regularly in Europe and occasionally internationally. Experience in one or more of the following would be an advantage:
• direct professional experience in the sport sector
• preparation and implementation of EU funding applications
• research and data collection
• communication and digital content
• event organisation
• education and training development and/or delivery
• additional European languages
• market analysis, business development, product or service development. Previous involvement in sport as an athlete, coach, volunteer, official, employee, administrator or board member would also be welcomed. >

WHAT WE OFFER
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WHAT WE OFFER
EOSE offers an international, collaborative and stimulating working environment, with exposure to a wide range of projects, topics, organisations and stakeholders across Europe and beyond. The role offers a high degree of autonomy and the opportunity to take responsibility across different areas of work. EOSE places strong importance on the wellbeing, professional development and working conditions of its staff and aims to provide a supportive and flexible working environment. The position will be full-time and remote, with regular travel associated with projects, meetings and events. EOSE welcomes applications from candidates based across Europe. Employment arrangements, remuneration and detailed conditions will be discussed during the recruitment process and agreed according to the successful candidate’s profile, responsibilities and country of employment, in line with applicable national requirements. > EQUALITY AND INCLUSION EOSE is committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, disability, or other personal characteristics. Candidates requiring adjustments during the recruitment process are encouraged to let us know. >

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit to Mr Aurélien Favre, EOSE Executive Director, using eosesec@eose.org :
• Your CV
• A motivation letter in English explaining your interest in the role, your relevant experience and the contribution you believe you could make to EOSE. >>> Application deadline: 15 November 2026 (midnight, Paris/Brussels time) <<< Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial online interview in December 2026, with a possible subsequent online or face-to-face meeting. Preferred starting date: as early as possible during the first quarter of 2027, taking into account the successful candidate’s availability and notice period.