DAAD Brussels Hiring Project Leader for EU–Africa Higher Education Initiative in Brussels
The DAAD Brussels Office is now hiring a Project Leader for the EU-funded Study and Research in Africa: Opportunities (SRiA-O) initiative. This full-time role offers experienced international development and project management professionals the opportunity to lead a strategically significant EU–Africa cooperation initiative focused on higher education and research collaboration. Based in Brussels, the successful candidate […]
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- Full-time employment (38 hours/week)
- Location: Brussels, Belgium
- Salary: €5,500–€6,000 gross per month (depending on experience)
- Attractive benefits package
- International and collaborative working environment
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The DAAD Brussels Office is now hiring a Project Leader for the EU-funded Study and Research in Africa: Opportunities (SRiA-O) initiative. This full-time role offers experienced international development and project management professionals the opportunity to lead a strategically significant EU–Africa cooperation initiative focused on higher education and research collaboration. Based in Brussels, the successful candidate […]
The DAAD Brussels Office is now hiring a Project Leader for the EU-funded Study and Research in Africa: Opportunities (SRiA-O) initiative.
This full-time role offers experienced international development and project management professionals the opportunity to lead a strategically significant EU–Africa cooperation initiative focused on higher education and research collaboration.
Based in Brussels, the successful candidate will oversee implementation of a complex, multi-country project in partnership with the European Commission, African and European institutions, and international stakeholders.
About the Role
The Project Leader will be responsible for strategic and operational leadership of the SRiA-O project, ensuring effective implementation, stakeholder coordination, and accountability across multiple countries and institutions.
This position is ideal for senior professionals with extensive experience managing transnational development or education projects, particularly within EU-funded frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will:
- Lead strategic and operational management of the SRiA-O initiative
- Coordinate partners, subcontractors, and stakeholders across Europe and Africa
- Oversee governance processes including risk, quality, and change management
- Manage reporting, financial oversight, and accountability systems
- Support stakeholder engagement, communication, and external representation
Candidate Profile
Applicants should demonstrate:
- At least 10 years of experience managing transnational cooperation projects
- Strong experience with DG INTPA / EU-funded programmes
- Proven collaboration with African and European partner organizations
- Excellent coordination, drafting, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Fluency in English and French
- German language skills are considered an advantage
Compensation and Benefits
DAAD offers:
- Full-time employment (38 hours/week)
- Location: Brussels, Belgium
- Salary: €5,500–€6,000 gross per month (depending on experience)
- Attractive benefits package
- International and collaborative working environment
Application Deadline
Applications must be submitted by:
26 May 2026
How to Apply
Submit your application to:
buero.bruessel@daad.de
Subject Line: SRiA-O Project Leader
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