Innovation and Advocacy Manager

COCIR is the European Trade Association representing the medical imaging, health ICT and electromedical industries; see www.cocir.org for more information. 

This position is full time and based in Brussels. 

Expected Starting Date

As soon as possible.

Responsibilities & Tasks

Funding and Innovation

• Actively monitor new information related to EU funding programmes, with a particular focus on research and innovation. 
• Coordinate COCIR activities & positions related to research & innovation funding.
• Represent COCIR in operational discussions with partner associations and the European Commission.  
• Ensure information dissemination and internal communication about funding opportunities. 
• Support COCIR activities related to the Innovative Health Initiative.

Procurement, Deployment, and Investment 

• Coordinate the broader COCIR positioning and advocacy on health systems resilience and financial sustainability.
• Advocate for policies supporting the adoption of new technologies, practices and equal patient access to quality healthcare.
• Contribute to the structured dialogue on the due implementation of the EU HTA Regulation for medical devices.
• Coordinate with National Trade Associations, other COCIR Committees and the European Medical Technology Developers’ Associations.

Advocacy

• Prepare high-level meetings with external stakeholders and public events. 
• Prepare communication documents such as newsletters, press releases etc.

Profile

• Passionate about healthcare, specifically the medical technology sector. 
• Highly organized, with high attention to detail; project management experience would be an asset. 
• Proven ability to understand and communicate complex legal and technical issues.
• Previous experience related to public funding of research & innovation, ideally related to healthcare. 
• Understand the environment of the European institutions
• Master’s degree in a relevant field. 
• Relevant work experience of at least 3 years.  
• Fluent in English and at least one other EU language.
• Team player with excellent networking skills.
• Previous experience in a trade association is of added value. 

Applicants should submit their CV and cover letter no later than 17 May 2024 to: [email protected]. 

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COCIR is an equal opportunities employer.