EIT Food is the world’s largest and most dynamic food innovation community. We create connections across the food system that stimulate new ideas and innovations to drive change. Supported by the EU, we invest in projects, organisations and individuals that share our goals for a healthy and sustainable food system. Our projects and programmes are delivered with a combination of industry, education and research partners and participants to bring innovation to the key challenges across the Food System by developing solutions that align with our three missions – healthier lives through food, net zero food system, and reducing risk for a fair and resilient food system.
Visit our website: https://www.eitfood.eu.
Reporting to the CEO and acting as a vital member of the Executive Management Team, the Chief Partnership Officer (CPO) is responsible for ensuring the growth and success of EIT Food’s Partnership, and that the partnership is at the heart of delivering on our Missions and strategic impact objectives.
Within the CPO’s remit are our three regions (West, South, and North & East), as well as “field” programme delivery, through a dedicated team of programme and project specialists. Through our regions we develop relationships with organisations including partners and potential partners, local, regional and national governments, funders and customers. Our regions also host our people and the CPO, through their Regional Directors, is responsible for ensuring that we have a great hosting experience for all of our staff across our offices.
The CPO’s direct reports include three regional directors who are responsible for the growth and development of EIT Food’s partnership and ecosystem in their regions, a Director of Programme Delivery responsible for the teams delivering projects across Europe, and a Head of Community who is responsible for coordinating the activities of key account and ecosystem managers.
Working at EIT Food means joining a team of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to creating a better future through food innovation. We cultivate a culture of collaboration, inventiveness, inclusivity, and constructive feedback. All employees are encouraged to contribute their ideas and expertise towards our mission of creating a more sustainable and inclusive food system.
Together, we’re making a real impact on the food industry and we’re looking for talented individuals like you to join us.
As a valued member of our team, we’ll provide you with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Full-time permanent position.
This is a hybrid role based in a EU country with a priority being given to Eastern or Southern countries and a preference for Spain, Italy or Poland where we already have a presence. Frequent travel within Europe required.
Frequent travel within Europe is required.
Interested candidates are asked to upload their CV and Cover Letter in English in electronic format to CV Warehouse before 27th of June 2024.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview and may be asked to prove their background, qualifications, skills and experiences by providing relevant documents.
EIT Food is an equal opportunity employer, offering each candidate matching the minimum obligatory qualifications and experiences an equal chance in employment and promotion procedures.
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