Regional Innovation Scheme Assistant

Application deadline: 1 July 2026 at 17:00 (Barcelona time) 
 
Who are we? 
 
EIT Urban Mobility is an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union and Europe's largest network for transport innovation in cities. 

Our mission is to accelerate change towards a sustainable model of urban mobility and liveable urban spaces. We connect public and private actors and provide them with access to markets, talent, finance and knowledge. 

Using cities as living labs, our industry, research and university partners will demonstrate how new technologies can work to solve real problems in real cities by transporting people, goods and waste in smarter ways.   
 
Be part of a team where:  
 
The EIT Regional Innovation Scheme (EIT RIS) is an outreach scheme that: 

• supports the integration of business, higher education and research institutions to boost innovation,
• increases the innovation capacity of European regions that do not yet benefit directly from the EIT and its Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs).
  

Introduced in 2014, the EIT RIS is a new element of the EIT Community outreach strategy and the EIT’s answer to encouraging wider participation in its innovation activities.

The EIT RIS is based on two-way engagement between the KICs and selected partnerships from business, higher education and research, as well as regional policy-makers, public entities and other stakeholders essential to spurring innovation in Europe. It capitalises on the potential offered by Europe’s regional diversity in order to make a lasting impact on innovation in Europe.
 
Key responsibilities 
 
The RIS Assistant will report to the RIS Senior Project Officer, who also serves as the Coordinator of the EIT Community Officer Network (ECO Network). The RIS Assistant will primarily support the coordination of the EIT Community Officer Network, operating under the collaborative management of EIT KICs and contributing to the effective functioning and monitoring of EIT Community Hubs across 29 countries. 

Key responsibilities include supporting operational workflows among the ECO Network members, KICs, and the RI&I Cluster programmes, notably through document management, reporting, and the organisation of meetings and events. The RIS Junior Project Officer will assist in monitoring the performance of EIT Community Officers and contribute to the continuous improvement of the monitoring and evaluation system. 

The responsibility will include the coordination of knowledge management activities, with particular attention to strengthening the gender mainstreaming approach, data management, and the dissemination and uptake of global know-how, manuals, toolkits and support of the external communication efforts of the EIT Community Hubs, aiming to enhance local branding and increase the visibility of the EIT Community. 

In addition, the RIS Assistant may be tasked with supporting the management of EIT Community Hubs in nine countries, led by EIT Urban Mobility, and facilitating coordination and collaboration between EIT Urban Mobility and the EIT Community Officers.

The position includes responsibility over the following tasks:

• Support the coordination and day-to-day functioning of the EIT Community Officer Network across 29 countries under a collaborative management model.
• Assist the Senior Project Officer/ECO Network Coordinator in overseeing network operations and
• implementation activities.
• Manage and maintain project documentation related to the EIT Community Officer Network, including records, reports, and internal coordination materials, monitoring updates.
• Organise and support online meetings, workshops, and face-to-face events (logistics, agendas, follow-up actions.
• Assist in monitoring the performance of local coordinators and contribute to performance analysis.
• Coordinate knowledge management activities, including arrangement of webinars, the collection, organisation, and dissemination of best practices, manuals, and toolkits.
• Assist with monitoring the external communication activities of the EIT Community Hubs (social media channels, webpages, events, media mentions).
• Support the management and coordination of up to nine EIT Community Hubs led by EIT Urban Mobility and facilitate coordination and information exchange between EIT Urban Mobility and other WIT Community Hub coordinators.

What you will bring along the way:   
 
Must-haves 

• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Master’s degree in International Relations, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience with EU-funded projects and programme implementation.
• C1-level proficiency in English.
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Good analytical skills, including reporting, performance monitoring, and data management in complex systems.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proactive team player, able to work independently with a hands-on, solution-oriented approach.
• Well-organised, structured, and detail oriented.

Nice-to-haves 

• Native or fluent speaker of an EU language from the RIS area.
• Knowledge of Horizon Europe regulations, project implementation, and reporting requirements.
• Additional education or knowledge in mobility and transport-related topics is an advantage.
• Experience studying or working in multicultural and international environments; exposure to European initiatives is an asset.

What's in it for you: 

• Work in an international environment with a company culture focused on empowerment, thriving and continuous growth.
• Join a creative and diverse team of highly driven individuals that take out-of-the-box thinking to another level. 
  
• A yearly training catalogue to support your career development.
• Strike the right work-life balance: flexible hours and remote working options

Kindly note that this is a fixed-term position (part-time or full-time) based in Budapest, Hungary, funded until 31 December 2028 under the current Grant Agreement. Any further extension beyond 2028 will be subject to the next EU Framework Programme, continued funding availability, and satisfactory performance.

No relocation expenses are granted. 
 
Application Process: 
 
General Conditions: 

By the closing date of this call candidates must: 

• be a national of an EU Member State or have a working permit valid to work in Hungary;
• enjoy their full rights as citizens; 

If you are interested this position, please complete and submit your application before the deadline on our online application platform: BambooHR. 
 
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT 

At EIT Urban Mobility, we value and celebrate diversity in every aspect of life and believe that everyone deserves an equal chance to succeed. 

Here we value your talents, skills and experiences, and do not discriminate on any basis –whether it be disabilities or other special needs, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, language, political affiliation, property, marital status or any other irrelevant factor. 
 
We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can feel comfortable and thrive. 
 
DATA PROTECTION DISCLAIMER 
 
Your personal data will be processed with utmost care by the EIT KIC URBAN MOBILITY, S.L. or its subsidiaries. 

The said processing will allow us to manage the recruitment of the offered positions, and more specifically: 

• to enable you to submit your CV to apply for specific jobs;
• to match your details with the job vacancies and to eventually contact you;
• to retain your details and notify you about future job opportunities similar to the specific role for which you have contacted us;
• to answer your enquiries. 

[1] Only qualifications issued by an EU Member State authorities and qualifications recognised as equivalent by the relevant EU Member State authorities will be accepted.