EIT Digital Operations Team Lead

We believe in making and shaping a competitive digital Europe that is inclusive, fair and sustainable and aim at global impact through European innovation fueled by entrepreneurial talent and digital technology.

We embody the future of innovation by mobilizing a pan-European multi-stakeholder open-innovation ecosystem of top European corporations, SMEs, startups, universities, and research institutes, where students, researchers, engineers, business developers and investors address the technology, talent, skills, business and capital needs of digital entrepreneurship.

We build the next generation of digital ventures, digital products, and services, and breed digital entrepreneurial talent, helping business and entrepreneurs to be at the frontier of digital innovation by providing them with technology, talent, and growth support.

As the Operations Team Lead, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of Innovation Analysts, while driving the implementation of specific activities . You will provide operational direction for the team, and ensure the successful delivery of support to EIT Digital's activities. Part of the role will be focused in driving the improvements of data management and analytics practices and infrastructure. Your role will involve overseeing the monitoring and reporting of KPIs, deliverables, processes, and impact together with other Business Units, as well as fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.

• Team Leadership:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Innovation Analysts.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
  • Set clear goals and expectations for team members and provide regular feedback.
• Operational Excellence:
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of standard templates, procedures, and processes.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement.
  • Support key annual processes, including formal reporting to the EIT/European Commission, quarterly reporting, and business plan preparation.
• Data Management and Analytics:
  • Drive the activities around data management and analysis to effectively support the organizational business needs
  • Lead a data quality
  • Provide suitable dashboard and reporting for EIT Digital management.
  • Collaborate with the IT team and relevant BUs to improve relevant IT infrastructure and tooling.

• At least 5 years of relevant experience. Experience in project management is a requirement.
• Demonstrated experience with Data Modeling and Data Reporting
• Experience with Horizon Europe grant management and EU funding rules and guidelines
• Experience with EIT as funding body is highly desirable
• Experience working in fast paced environment and/or in an international organisation is an advantage.
• The candidate is to be proactive, service-oriented, capable of multi-tasking, and motivated to drive continuous improvement based on sound analysis.
• Good communication and outstanding organisational skills. Proficient in MS Office tools and applications as well as common virtual presence tools and technologies.

Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of other European language is highly desirable.

Brussels or other EIT Digital office in Europe.

If you're passionate about digital transformation and want to contribute to Europe’s innovation leadership, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume and motivation letter to careers@eitdigital.eu outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position. Only applications with a motivation letter will be considered.

Internal applications are encouraged and will be given priority. EIT Digital is actively building a talent pool for future opportunities, so we welcome applications from both internal and external candidates.

At EIT Digital, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. Join us in shaping Europe’s digital future!

Applications should be submitted before 5pm CET March 31st, 2025.