Consultancy Services for Horizon Europe Research Proposal Development and Project Management Training in Ireland

This opportunity seeks a consultancy services provider to support Irish researchers in developing competitive Horizon Europe funding proposals and managing awarded projects effectively. The consultant will assist researchers across Horizon Europe Pillar 2 clusters (including Health, Culture and Creativity, Civil Security, Digital and Space, Climate and Energy, and Food and Bioeconomy) and Pillar 3 instruments (such as the European Innovation Council and Innovation Ecosystems), as well as EU Missions (Climate Change Adaptation, Cancer, Ocean Restoration, Climate-Neutral Cities, and Soil Protection) and relevant Joint Undertakings. Services include expert guidance on proposal writing and strategy, plus comprehensive training delivery through webinars and masterclasses covering post-award project management, financial and technical reporting requirements, grant agreement compliance, budget management, eligible cost rules, preparation for project reviews, and best practice approaches. The provider will ensure Irish research organizations understand and meet all Horizon Europe obligations and maximize their success in securing and managing EU research funding.