We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional to lead the discovery, development, and submission of public programs. You will identify relevant opportunities, build strong project concepts, prepare high-quality proposals and work packages, and coordinate collaboration with external partners.
This role directly supports ORIL’s growth strategy in technology-driven research and innovation initiatives. Experience & Skill * 3+ years of experience in sales, account management, delivery, project coordination, or similar cross-functional roles. * Strong business communication skills: participate and lead partner discussions, clearly articulate positions, and engage confidently with senior representatives of partner companies. * Good grasp of most commonly used technologies and software development approaches. * Experience preparing structured proposals. * Proven track of maintaining long-term partnerships, nurturing warm relationships. * English at Upper-Intermediate level or higher. Confident written and spoken communication. * Ability to travel abroad occasionally for project-related meetings or on-site coordination when required.
Will be a plus: * Experience working with project applications, tender processes, or similar. * Other EU languages.
Key Responsibilities Opportunity Discovery & Analysis * Monitor and identify relevant project calls (bids) across international programs (ORIL will provide access to the available projects). * Evaluate call requirements, scope, eligibility, and expected outcomes. * Identify and engage potential project partners (industry, academia, public bodies, SMEs). * Match opportunities with ORIL’s capabilities and strategic direction.
Proposal Development * Lead the full proposal lifecycle: concept creation, structuring, writing, and submission. * Gather and structure requirements (with support from ORIL delivery team); create work packages and task outlines; define scope for internal teams. * Support post-award activities: project initiation, documentation, and first-stage reporting. Ensure a smooth handoff to internal delivery teams.
Partnership development * Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant partners to develop them into clients through intro calls, follow-ups, regular communication, and identifying future collaboration opportunities (approx. 30% account management).
We Offer: * Competitive compensation. * Flexibility to work from anywhere (fully remotely or in our office in Lviv). * Comprehensive day-off policy, including additional days off in case of public holidays, and special events. * Accounting Support Services. * Work with global clients across diverse domains and businesses. * Opportunity to implement your ideas and initiatives. * Education budget + corporate education events/trainings. * Compensation for your fitness pursuits or therapy sessions. * Regular team-building activities. * A culture where individual growth and team progression are paramount.
Application Process: * Initial screening: call with Recruiter * Culture Index test * Main interview: call with CEO * Call with our external consultant
