Governance Coordinator

Job Introduction

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services.
We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world, we are innovators committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

Serco and Proud - Make a difference every day.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Governance Coordinator, based in Frascati, Italy.

Role Responsibility

The post holder shall support the Italian Leadership team and the Business Development in Italy in the following areas: 

• Identifying new opportunities in line with Serco growth strategy within the Horizon Europe programme
• Support the local R&D activities through the definition of projects and ideas in the frame of European R&D programme 
• Supervise the governance of existing H2020 projects and specific auditing processes 
• Support the Business Development process actively engaging with relevant R&D stakeholders at national level and within the European Commission
• Provide PMO support to ESA H2020 projects
Day-to-day duties include: 
• Screens potential H2020 or Horizon Europe opportunities by analysing market strategies, procurement requirements, 
• Locates or proposes potential H2020 opportunities by contacting potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities.
• Supporting H2020 or Horizon Europe negotiations
• Support the review of new Grant Agreement model 
• Collaborate with other Serco functions in defining the our strategy for Horizon Europe and work in the strategic plan process preparation;
•  Support outreach and marketing initiatives attending dedicate workshop, conferences and thematic working group 
• Developing proposals 
 

Successful Candidate

The successful Candidate will bring:

Mandatory Skills: 
• In-depth knowledge of the H2020 Programme with particular focus on Space topics. 
• Strong communication and presentation skills 
• Fluency in written and spoken English, other languages a plus 
• Constructive and collaborative approach to problem solving 
• The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines Skill in prioritizing and triaging obligations 

Education and Career: 
• Master's degree in R&D related areas (Remote Sensing, Political Science, et alia)
• Good knowledge of Earth Observation services and downstream market
• Minimum Three years of managing an international operational service (experience in Copernicus Services is considered an asset)
• Project Management experience (minimum 5 years)
• Proven experience in business development in international context
• Proven experience in customer/country account management
• Experience in the following areas is desirable: Societal Science, sales and business development for governments and/or developing countries
• MBA or PhD is considered an asset

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Package Description

Make a difference everyday.

At Serco everyone has an important role to play. Take pride in what you do.

What we offer if you join our amazing team:

• Competitive Salary 

• Company events

• Performance Management

• International environment

About the Company

Serco is one of the world’s largest providers of public services to Governments employing over 50,000 people in over 20 countries In Belgium and Luxembourg we work closely with the European Institutions providing crucial Services with over 220 staff members.

The services we provide are often of critical importance to the communities and nations we serve, providing public services is one of the most satisfying and rewarding careers you can have, you have an ability to make a real positive difference to people’s lives and to your community and country.

As a business which delivers “front-line” public services, employing tens of thousands of people, we are constantly developing and promoting people; our need for skilled professionals is insatiable and few companies can offer as many opportunities for individuals to grow their careers

What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service – To keep ahead we have to constantly evolve and enhance the way we deliver our services and everyone in Serco has a role to play here.

Serco provide the right environment to encourage ideas and a comprehensive Best Practice support network that enables them to put their ideas into action.

If you share our values then join with over 50,000 colleagues globally who are equally as passionate about delivering great service as you

A career with Serco offers the chance to work with both inspirational people and innovative contracts, in a dynamic and exciting environment.

We have a mandate to execute brilliantly and our people lead and inspire based on our core values, Trust, Care, Pride and Innovation.

Take pride in what you do.

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