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Job Description

Location: Eindhoven (Strijp-T) | Hours: 40 hours per week | Employment type: Direct employment We are looking for a Junior Grants Manager to join our team. Avular takes part in many (inter)national R&D projects in which leading research institutes and companies work together on the innovations of tomorrow. The EU and the Dutch government co-fund these projects through grants. As Junior Grants Manager, you will work on exactly these projects. At the front end, you build networks in the region and beyond to find interesting projects and partners, identify the right funding schemes and take care of the application. At the back end, you make sure the projects are delivered well. You are the spider in the web. Together with our sales and development teams, you help turn tomorrow's innovations into reality. 🚀 YOUR MISSION Maintain our network within the innovation landscape, in the region and beyond, in close collaboration with our sales team Set up (new) collaborations with new and existing partners that qualify for funding. Sometimes we take the lead; sometimes we join existing consortia Write new project proposals, or parts of them, based on information you gather from knowledge holders inside and outside the organisation Keep oversight of and manage projects, both in terms of content and administration Prepare progress reports and final cost statements for the projects under your responsibility, including support during any (auditor) review Act as the first point of contact for collaboration partners and represent Avular at project events and meetings ⚡ WHO YOU ARE You hold a bachelor's or master's degree in a technical or business-oriented field You have at least 2 years of experience writing grant proposals, for example at a subsidy consultancy or in an innovation funding role You have an excellent command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written You are a strong writer, especially at translating technical innovations into clear text for a broader audience You have excellent communication and analytical skills You work independently, but you are also a team player Hands-on experience with schemes such as WBSO, MIT, Horizon Europe or Eurostars is a plus, but not a must. We are looking above all for talent and drive. 🔥WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE At Avular, work meets play in the best possible way. We’re shaping the future of robotics, and we want you along for the ride. Here’s what’s waiting for you: Grow & Shine: Bring your vision and grow your career in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. We’ve Got You Covered: Salary based on experience level, a non-contributory pension scheme, and travel cost reimbursement. Share in Success: Benefit directly from company growth through our participation plan. Play Hard: Game nights, Friday drinks, epic team events, and celebrations. Recharge Your Way: 30 paid vacation days (plus national holidays) to unwind and explore. Fuel for Greatness: The best coffee, fresh fruit, and snacks to power your day. Innovation Central: Work at our brand-new office in Strijp-T, Eindhoven, a buzzing hub of cutting-edge ideas. 🤖WHO WE ARE At Avular, we’re on a mission to revolutionise robotics: “With gorgeous tech, we accelerate the creation of mobile robotic applications that shape a brighter future for all.” From our home base in Eindhoven, we design the tech behind autonomous robots, crafting drones and driving robots from scratch. Are you our new colleague? NB! Adding a motivation letter to your application would also be a big plus.

Core Responsibilities

Build and maintain networks and funding partnerships, identify suitable grant schemes, and write proposals for research and development projects. Manage funded projects from delivery through administration, reporting, cost statements, audits, and partner communications.

Requirements

A bachelor's or master's degree in a technical or business-oriented field and at least two years of experience writing grant proposals are required. Candidates should have excellent written and spoken Dutch and English, strong writing, communication, and analytical skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively; experience with WBSO, MIT, Horizon Europe, or Eurostars is a plus.

Benefits

• Non-Contributory Pension Scheme
• Travel Cost Reimbursement
• Company Participation Plan
• 30 Paid Vacation Days
• National Holidays
• Coffee, Fresh Fruit, and Snacks
• Team Events