Join the ESEIA Team: Two Open Positions in Brussels and Graz
ESEIA is currently recruiting for two positions in Brussels and Graz, offering opportunities to contribute to European research and innovation, sustainable energy and international cooperation.
R&I Programme Manager – Brussels, BE
For the ESEIA Brussels Office, we are looking for an R&I Programme Manager based in Brussels to work in alignment with the ESEIA Director and Team.
The role focuses on maintaining strategic and working relations with Brussels-based stakeholders in sustainable energy innovation in the EU, leading ESEIA’s Work Programme processes, coordinating ESEIA’s Working Groups, and engaging in EU policy development and funding opportunities. The position also contributes to the effective implementation and delivery of ESEIA activities in Education and Training and to communications activities aimed at building the profile of ESEIA.
Place of work: Brussels
Starting date: 1 January 2027
Duration: 1 year initially
Application deadline: 30 October 2026
Interested candidates are requested to send their CV and a motivation letter including R&I project portfolio at office@ESEIA.eu.
Read the full R&I Programme Manager vacancy announcement
EC Project Assistant – Graz, AT
ESEIA is also seeking to recruit an EC Project Assistant (m/f/d) to the ESEIA Graz Office.
The position offers a high-profile international job opportunity in EC project acquisition and management in the field of sustainable energy systems, working closely with ESEIA’s five Working Groups in the fields of bioresources, urban energy transition, smart materials, new governance, business and legal models, as well as education and training.
Place of work: Graz
Working time: 20–40 hours/week
Starting date: 1 December 2026
Application deadline: 30 October 2026
Applications should be submitted in English to office@ESEIA.eu and include a CV, letter of motivation, project portfolio and two references.
Read the full EC Project Assistant vacancy announcement
Applications close on 30 October 2026
Interested candidates are invited to review the full vacancy announcements for detailed information on responsibilities, requirements and employment conditions, and to submit their applications by 30 October 2026. Applications should be addressed to the Director of ESEIA, Brigitte Hasewend.
