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Fair Ground Brussels is hiring a Project Officer (European projects)

29 July 2026

To support the growth of its activities, Fair Ground Brussels is seeking a Project Officer to manage European projects and other initiatives as opportunities arise.

About the projects

Harmonia is a European initiative (Horizon Europe programme – New European Bauhaus Facility) aimed at helping cities assess and adapt to climate change. As part of an international consortium, Fair Ground Brussels is leading a pilot renovation project
for Belgium: the transformation of Nova Casa Vesta (Forest) into a9ordable, sustainable and inclusive social housing.
Reno-Hope is a project run by the King Baudouin Foundation. The 2027 phase consists of a pilot project on one of our buildings (Bonnevie), aimed at implementing and documenting innovative renovation practices, with a focus on low-tech solutions.

Responsibilities

As a project manager, you will lead the Harmonia and Reno-Hope projects and apply for other calls for proposals that meet the cooperative’s development funding needs. Your responsibilities will include, in particular:

Project management

  • Participating in project governance and reporting.
  • Monitoring project budgets, in coordination with the Administrative and Financial Manager.
  • Coordinating the preparation of technical documentation specific to the renovation project.
  • Contributing to study visits and workshops as part of a consortium.
  • Contributing to toolkits, recommendations and other project deliverables.

Support tasks for Fair Ground Brussels

  • Identify new project opportunities (particularly European ones).
  • The list of tasks mentioned above is provided for guidance only and may vary depending on the candidate.

Profile

  • A master’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (architecture, urban planning, engineering, humanities), or equivalent through experience.
  • An interest in affordable housing, cooperative entrepreneurship and/or the energy transition.
  • Willingness to travel for assignments lasting a few days within Europe.
  • Experience in managing European projects (reporting, deliverables, collaboration within a consortium).
  • Fluency in English and French or Dutch. Proficiency in another European language will be considered an asset.
  • Ability to work independently within a small team, with an eye for detail and a strong sense of deadlines.
  • A basic understanding of the technical aspects of renovation and energy performance is an asset.

Offer

  • A permanent part-time (50%) contract.
  • Salary scale in accordance with collective agreement CP 319.01.
  • Meal vouchers worth €8.00 per day worked.
  • 20 days’ statutory leave per FTE, 2 days’ additional leave and 5 extra days from the age of 35.
  • Reimbursement of travel costs between home and work.
  • Mobile phone subscription.
  • Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
  • A working environment within a committed team, in a social enterprise.
  • Start date possible from September, or as soon as possible depending on
    availability.

How to apply

Tell us why you’re interested and send your CV to info@fairground.brussels by 21 August 2026 at the latest.