Head of Education Programs

EIT Digital is a leading European digital innovation and entrepreneurial education organisation driving Europe’s digital transformation. Our mission is to bring breakthrough digital innovations to the market and develop entrepreneurial talent to foster economic growth and improve the quality of life in Europe.

As a Knowledge and Innovation Community of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), we integrate education, research, and business through a pan-European ecosystem comprising 350+ top European corporations, SMEs, startups, universities, and research institutes. EIT Digital is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups in the digital sector.

EIT Digital is scaling its entrepreneurial education programs with an expanded focus on deep tech, business, and strategic vertical domains where digital technologies are key enablers of competitive advantage and sustainable growth. The role will work closely with the Director of Education and Skills to ensure that our education programs develop leaders and experts capable of transforming businesses and industries through cutting-edge digital technologies, particularly in sectors such as health, industry, cities, finance, energy, agri-food and green.

• Oversee and “own” the delivery of EIT Digital education programs with particular focus on operational excellence, impact generation and financial sustainability.
• Work in close collaboration with the Director of Education & Skills to ensure EIT Digital offering remains best-in-class, entrepreneurial, and industry-relevant, with curricula continuously updated to reflect emerging trends and skills gaps in deep tech and business. Identify private and public funding opportunities to achieve this goal.
• Identify opportunities to develop new education programs particularly in high-growth sectors. Lead EIT Digital engagement in EU (Horizon Europe, Digital Europe Programme) and national funded initiative aiming at strengthening our offering, reach and impact.
• Foster Industry Partnerships and Co-Creation: Collaborate with EIT Digital’s ecosystem partners to co-create learning programs addressing the skills needs of tomorrow’s digital economy, especially in deep tech application areas (e.g., Industry 4.0, smart cities, digital health, sustainable energy, advanced materials).
• Strengthen the connection between Education, Unipreneurship and Innovation activities: work closely with EIT Digital’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship teams to ensure synergies between education programs and startup creation, venture building, and acceleration initiatives. Facilitate pathways for students and researchers to become founders and innovators in EIT Digital’s venture programs.
• Expand EIT Digital’s reach and impact: work in close collaboration with the ecosystem teams to grow the geographical reach and diversity of EIT Digital’s learner base, ensuring participation from across Europe and beyond. Position EIT Digital as a leading provider of deep tech education globally.
• Drive Financial Sustainability of education programs: Define and implement sustainable business models for education offerings, including public funded initiatives, partnerships, and sponsorships, contributing to EIT Digital’s overall financial sustainability.

• Operational excellence: successful reviews of ongoing projects, maximizing impact and financial sustainability, minimizing errors, ineligibilities and under performance.
• Increased Enrolment and Diversity: Growth in the number of students and professionals enrolled across education programs, with increased diversity in geography, background, and gender.
• Program Excellence and Recognition: Recognition of EIT Digital’s education programs as leaders in deep tech and entrepreneurial education, evidenced by rankings, accreditations, and industry feedback.
• Financial Growth and Sustainability: Revenue generation from EU and national funded initiatives, tuition fees, partnerships, and custom programs, contributing to the financial sustainability of education initiatives.
• Strategic Partnerships: Number and quality of co-created programs with industry partners and public stakeholders, addressing specific skills needs in key verticals.

Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential.

Additional European languages (French, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, German, Finnish, Swedish, or Hungarian) are a plus.

Frequent travel between EIT Digital’s European offices and Brussels HQ, as well as external engagements with corporate partners and investors.

Preferably at EIT Digital HQ in Brussels.

Other EIT Digital locations may be considered, provided there is easy access to key European innovation hubs.

Reports to Director of Education & Skills

Full-time position.

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.