Stakeholder Grants Project Manager CDI 100%

Purpose of the job
The Stakeholder Grants Project Manager will lead the design, coordination, and delivery of major international funding applications, including Erasmus+.
The role will enhance the ICF’s ability to secure grants, build co-funding partnerships with foundation, cities, governments, and organisations such as UN agencies. Based in Lausanne, it plays a key role in embedding Paddlesport within sustainable urban development, promoting healthy living, and expanding access to global sporting infrastructure.

Deadline to apply : Thursday 13 February 2026

Primary tasks and responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and submission of approximately 10 Erasmus+ and other major international grant applications each year, ensuring full compliance with EU and international funding frameworks.
- Oversee the delivery, monitoring, and reporting of awarded Erasmus+ projects, coordinating multi-partner consortia and ensuring timely and high-quality outputs.
- Develop robust project management systems, including financial tracking, risk management, and impact evaluation.
- Produce feasibility studies and concept papers to support infrastructure development and co-funding proposals.
- Engage with cities, governments, development banks, NGOs, and philanthropic partners to secure funding and political commitment.
- Build and maintain partnerships with UN-Habitat, UN-UNITAR and other multilateral agencies to align ICF strategy with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Global Operations Director and ICF leadership.
- Undertake special projects or tasks as assigned by the Global Operations Director or the Secretary General.

Education and Qualification requirements
- Two years experience in grant writing and project management, ideally with Erasmus+ or other EU/UN programmes.
- Strong financial literacy, including multi-year budgeting and EU eligibility/procurement rules.
- Relevant degree (e.g. International Relations, Development Sport Studies, Sport Management) or equivalent professional experience.
- Familiarity with sustainability standards and social impact evaluation.
- Excellent written and spoken in English
- Fluency in French and Spanish
- Additional languages are an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders, including governments, UN agencies, and cities.
- Project management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ) desirable.
- Organised, proactive, and resilient under deadlines.
- Strong knowledge of the International Sport Movement.
- Commitment to equality, sustainability, and the long-term advancement of Paddlesport.