European Science Foundation is hiring: Mission Coordinator – Grant Evaluations
Grant Evaluations
Job Description
Join the European Science Foundation!
European Science Foundation is seeking an experienced Mission Coordinator to support the development, implementation, and coordination of its Grant Evaluation operations.
- Job Title: Mission Coordinator – Grant Evaluations
- Location: Strasbourg, France
- Contract Type: 12-month contract (replacement) with potential extension
- Employment Status: Full-time (100% FTE)
- Application Deadline: 23 February 2026
The successful candidate will oversee activities, contribute to process standardisation, coordinate resources, and act as a key contact for stakeholders, ensuring high-quality evaluation outcomes.
About the European Science Foundation
The European Science Foundation (ESF) is an independent organisation dedicated to promoting high-quality science across Europe.
Committed to fostering collaboration among scientific communities, ESF supports research excellence and innovation through various initiatives, including grant evaluation processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Grant Evaluations Operations Manager in developing and coordinating evaluation procedures
- Standardise and harmonise evaluation processes and develop guidelines
- Provide training and technical support to staff involved in evaluations
- Ensure accurate financial reporting and liaise with Finance for budget management
- Develop and maintain databases, workflows, and procedures for evaluations
- Coordinate IT developments related to evaluation systems
- Support contract development, budgeting, and resource planning
- Supervise evaluation operations and oversee project delivery
- Act as the primary administrative contact for external partners and evaluation actors
- Ensure quality standards are met across all evaluation activities
Core Competencies
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with over 5 years’ experience in an international environment, preferably in a scientific organisation
- Proven administrative and project management skills
- Excellent command of English (spoken and written)
- Proficiency in MS Office tools and web-based systems
- Knowledge of scientific project and staff management
- Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural setting
- Experience in grant evaluation processes and calls for tenders
- Financial and budgetary control knowledge
- Proactive, responsible, and innovative mindset
- Ability to work independently and mentor colleagues
Employment Conditions
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
- Location: ESF Headquarters, Strasbourg, France
- Work Arrangement: Full-time (100% FTE)
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How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and CV in English to: jobs@esf.org quoting the reference MC2026.
Applications must be received by 23 February 2026.
Interviews are scheduled to be held in Strasbourg in February 2026.
🔗 Apply here: https://www.esf.org/mission-coordinator/
📅 Deadline: 23 February 2026
Equal Opportunity Statement
The ESF is committed to diversity and inclusion, and it does not discriminate based on gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, political opinion, or social background.