In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise
Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we’ve united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.
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As a part-time Project Manager for EU and German government-funded projects, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and driving initiatives that have a meaningful social impact. You will work closely with a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with timelines, deliverables, and reporting obligations while fostering collaboration among international partners. Your organizational skills will be instrumental in managing day-to-day operations, tracking project progress, and handling logistics. You will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that values flexibility, innovation, and teamwork. Our culture encourages your professional growth, providing you with training opportunities and diverse projects. Join us in shaping impactful projects that contribute to community development and research advancement.

• Oversee daily operations of EU and German government-funded projects to meet timelines and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and compliance with reporting obligations and funding regulations.
• Prepare and manage project documentation, including reports, timesheets, and tracking tools.
• Coordinate budget planning and financial tracking with finance and grant teams.
• Arrange travel logistics for project-related events, including transportation and accommodations.
• Lead the scheduling and documentation of project meetings, ensuring clear agendas and follow-ups.
• Act as the primary liaison among stakeholders, including funding authorities and international partners.
• Support the drafting and submission of new project applications and progress reports.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field
• 2–3 years of experience managing EU and/or German publicly funded projects
• Fluency in German and English – written and spoken
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• A meaningful part-time role (approx. 25 hours/week) with flexibility in schedule and work location (hybrid/remote possible).

• Oversee daily operations of EU and German government-funded projects to meet timelines and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and compliance with reporting obligations and funding regulations.
• Prepare and manage project documentation, including reports, timesheets, and tracking tools.
• Coordinate budget planning and financial tracking with finance and grant teams.
• Arrange travel logistics for project-related events, including transportation and accommodations.
• Lead the scheduling and documentation of project meetings, ensuring clear agendas and follow-ups.
• Act as the primary liaison among stakeholders, including funding authorities and international partners.
• Support the drafting and submission of new project applications and progress reports.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field
• 2–3 years of experience managing EU and/or German publicly funded projects
• Fluency in German and English – written and spoken
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• A meaningful part-time role (approx. 25 hours/week) with flexibility in schedule and work location (hybrid/remote possible)