Partnerships Manager (mfd) Professional and Vocational Training

Company Description

About EIT RawMaterials

As the world moves towards a greener future the demand for raw materialsminerals and metalsis set to increase immensely over the next three decades. Europe faces a critical challenge in securing a stable supply of these essential resources and this is where EIT RawMaterials steps in.

EIT RawMaterials is at the forefront of driving innovation and sustainability in the raw materials sector. As an Innovation Community within the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) we collaborate with over 300 partners across industry academia and research institutes. Together we forge dynamic long-term partnerships to develop innovative solutions that meet Europes growing demand for raw materials.

About the European Raw Materials and Advanced Materials Academies

The European Raw Materials Academy funded by the European Commission supports upskilling and reskilling across Europes raw materials sector from exploration and processing to recycling and circularity. It addresses key skill gaps in the industry driven by sustainability digitalisation and industrial transformation by offering future-oriented learning programs aligned with EU priorities such as the Critical Raw Materials Act.

The European Advanced Materials Academy funded by the European Commission aims to strengthen Europes leadership in advanced materials through targeted upskilling and reskilling. It focuses on the design development and application of advanced materials across industries education systems and research providing innovative learning programs that align with EU strategies.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Partnerships Manager (m/f/d) to lead the development and management of the partner and trainer networks within the EU Raw Materials Academy and EU Advanced Materials Academy. This role will be central to expanding the Academys network of education and training providers ensuring high-quality collaborations and maximising the reach and impact of our professional vocational and student-oriented training portfolio.

As a key contributor to the Work Package (5): Partner Network and a key contributor to WP7 (Commercialisation) and WP6 (Communications Marketing and Synergies with EU Initiatives) you will be responsible for building maintaining and optimising strategic relationships that drive course creation learner participation and sustainable growth across Europe.

This role requires a relationship-driven professional who excels in stakeholder engagement partnership negotiation and strategic network management. While expertise in raw materials advanced materials or sustainability is an advantage the ideal candidate will bring proven experience working with training providers education networks or professional learning ecosystems in Europe.

What Youll Do

• Build and Manage the Partner Network
  Develop and oversee the Academys network of professional vocational and student-oriented training providers ensuring partnerships contribute effectively to course and learner KPIs. Lead the identification onboarding and engagement of new partners and maintain long-term productive relationships with existing ones.
• Strategic Mapping and Partnership Development
  Conduct strategic mapping and prioritisation of potential partners across Europe identifying that best align with the Academys mission and focus areas. Negotiate and formalise partnership agreements ensuring mutual value creation and compliance with institutional requirements.
• Partner Engagement and Performance
  Ensure partners fulfil their commitments including course delivery learner reporting and quality standards while supporting them to bring their courses online through the Academy platform. Provide partners with guidance feedback and support to optimise their impact and participation across different learner profiles.
• Network Activation and Communications
  Collaborate with the communications and marketing teams (WP6) to engage the partner and trainer network through events newsletters and recognition activities. Represent the Academy at industry and education forums fostering visibility and community across the network.
• Collaboration with Commercialisation and Quality Teams
  Work closely with the commercialisation (WP7) and quality (WP3) leads to ensure that new and existing partners align with the Academys standards for program quality learner outcomes and market positioning. Contribute to strategic initiatives that drive sustainable growth through the partner network.
• Impact-Driven Leadership
  Monitor evaluate and report on partner engagement and network performance metrics. Champion a culture of collaboration transparency and continuous improvement to ensure the Academys partnerships deliver measurable educational and societal impact.

What Were Looking For

• A relationship-focused professional with proven experience in partnership development stakeholder management or network coordination within education training or professional development contexts.
• Strong experience in building and maintaining relationships with institutional industry or education partners across Europe.
• Familiarity with professional and vocational training systems education institutions (e.g. universities technical schools) online learning platforms or European skills initiatives.
• Excellent negotiation communication and relationship management skills with a diplomatic and solutions-oriented approach.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple relationships and deliverables simultaneously.
• Experience in partnership onboarding contracting and performance monitoring processes.
• Understanding of commercialisation marketing or outreach strategies within the education or workforce development space is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional European languages are a strong advantage.

Why Youll Love It Here

• Shape the Network: Build Europes most dynamic ecosystem of training providers and trainers in raw and advanced materials.
• Meaningful Impact: Help expand access to professional and vocational education that supports Europes green and digital transition.
• Collaborative Culture: Work across multiple Academy work packages connecting with teams in quality commercialisation and communications.
• Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere in Europe while engaging with partners across the continent.
• Career Growth: Be part of a mission-driven organisation where your relationships drive real-world change in education and innovation.

This is a full-time remote position open to candidates located anywhere within the EU.

Duration: /2028 (with potential extension).

Our Recruitment Process

The position will stay open until a successful candidate is chosen.

1. Application Review: Our team thoroughly reviews each application. Please make sure to submit your CV in English.
2. Initial Interview (30 minutes): Meet with the hiring manager and recruitment team.
3. Second Interview (60 minutes): Second interview with a presentation on a relevant topic to the hiring manager and HR.
4. Offer: If successful receive an offer to join our team.

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