Current Openings

About The Role

As Senior Manager, you will lead the Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) Team, within the External Affairs Department. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the industry’s engagement with EU policymakers, healthcare officials, patient groups and other stakeholders to advance MedTech Europe’s strategic priorities.

This role will ensure that members’ views are represented, industry challenges are addressed, and key policy trends are monitored to inform strategic decision-making.

The Senior Manager will collaborate closely with internal teams, member companies, and external stakeholders to provide expert insights into regulatory and policy developments. By fostering a deep understanding of the implications of relevant policies, the role will help shape organisational strategies and align actions with industry priorities.

Together with the broader MedTech Europe team, the Senior Manager will represent the association’s positions at industry events and within policy discussions, building and maintaining strong networks across the sector. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with strong analytical and project management skills, capable of navigating the European policy landscape and advocating effectively on behalf of the organisation.

This role requires a comprehensive understanding of the political, economic, and regulatory landscape within the healthcare industry, along with expertise in the policy frameworks governing Europe.

Key Responsibilities

Team leadership & development

• Lead the GAPP Team, setting clear objectives aligned with MedTech Europe’s and the External Affairs’ priorities, and ensuring the objectives are met
• Manage team resources effectively, fostering collaboration, skill-building and professional development. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and smooth transitions of new team members.
• Contribute to budget development.

Strategic Engagement with EU Institutions

• Build and maintain relationships with EU institutions and engage them on horizontal priorities of MedTech Europe.

Advocacy and policy analysis

• Provide advice on advocacy strategies for MedTech Europe priorities, to Subject Matter Experts within the organisation
• Ensure that policy actions by Subject Matter Experts are coordinated
• Monitor policy developments and identify key stakeholders and opportunities.
• Analyse EU initiatives relevant to the medical technology sector, assess potential implications of upcoming legislation or policy and ensure effective and timely response of the organisation

Stakeholder engagement

• Prioritize and deepen engagement with relevant stakeholder groups.
• Strengthen MedTech Europe’s role in multi-stakeholder platforms.
• Build impactful relationships with the patient community.

Member Engagement

• Enhance engagement with the Public Affairs Committee (PAC) and other member groups.
• Maintain strong dialogue with key members.

External engagement

• Represent MedTech Europe with members as well as institutional and other external stakeholders. 
• Manage consultants relationships to ensure deliverables are effectively met within the agreed-upon timeframe and budget.

Skills and competences

Requirements and Qualifications

• Masters’ degree in European Affairs, European Law, Political Science or healthcare related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant EU public affairs experience engaging with the European Institutions, in particular with the European Parliament
• Experience with current healthcare related legislative topics an advantage
• Fluent in both written and conversational English is required; fluency in a second European language is an advantage
• Availability to travel
• Experience in health, in particular in in vitro diagnostic and medical devices is considered a plus
• Effective communication (written and spoken) with internal and external stakeholders

Personal Qualities and Attributes  

• Leadership and team-building skills
• Strategic, independent, and a team player attitude
• Highly analytical, can synthesize information, and offer recommendations/solutions, with the ability to prioritise and deliver against tight deadlines
• Naturally extroverted personality, thriving on interpersonal interactions, building networks, and engaging confidently with diverse audience with the ability to effectively convey technical information
• Strong organisational, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Agility and ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong track record in managing teams and projects through collaborative relationships.
• Proficient in influencing decision-makers and building consensus among stakeholders with differing views
• Resourceful and solution-oriented approach to tackling challenges
• Demonstrable agility in responding to shifting priorities and evolving policy environments
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities, with demonstrable writing and messaging skills
• Confidence and credibility in engaging with senior stakeholders.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send a CV in English and a motivation letter to [email protected] with the Subject: GAPP2025 Application – Senior Manager GAPP.

Deadline of submission: 14 March 2025. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

About MedTech Europe

MedTech Europe is the European trade association for the medical technology industry including diagnostics, medical devices and digital health. Our members are national, European and multinational companies as well as a network of national medical technology associations who research, develop, manufacture, distribute and supply health-related technologies, services and solutions.

www.medtecheurope.org.

About the role

We’re seeking a hands-on, organized and motivated Office Manager with passion for IT and new technologies to join our team. The Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the smooth operation of our Brussels office, managing IT related matters, ensuring smooth payment processes, and managing administrative tasks efficiently and effectively. We are looking for a committed person to maintain a positive and efficient workplace. The Office Manager will report to the Director General Operations.

Responsibilities

• Office Management:
• Take ownership of the office environment and contribute to its smooth functioning
• Facility Management: liaise with landlord in case of technical issues at the office
• Ensure maintenance and good working state of office facilities
• Handle day to day administrative tasks
• Monitor office expenses
• Contract management
• Liaise with external providers
• Coordinate meetings & logistics if needed

IT

• Manage and liaise with external provider on all IT matters (manage server room)
• Order equipment and configurate laptops, badges and mobile phones
• Maintain videoconference system and solve issues if needed
• Manage CRM software and Extranet (includes monitoring support inbox)
• Monitor IT alert inbox
• Facilitate onboarding and offboarding process of staff (set up workstations and accounts, disable accounts when needed)

Finance:

• Give support to Finance team if needed

Skills and competences

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or another related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience as an administrative assistant or office manager (preferably in an international / multi-cultural environment)
• Fluency in English and French, knowledge of other European languages is an asset
• Knowledge of IT principles and passion for new technologies or proven experience in this field (SharePoint, Extranet, Intranet)
• Aptitude to learn new systems and procedures
• Knowledge of customer relationship management tools is a plus
• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles: Ability to manage budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial compliance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Personal Qualities and Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving skills and hands-on approach
• Ability to identify and resolve issues related to office operations, facilities, or staff
• Ability to multitask, prioritize to-dos, and maintain an organized office environment
• Ensure accuracy in documentation, financial transactions, and other administrative tasks

How to apply

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected].

Deadline of submission: 28 February 2025. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

About MedTech Europe

MedTech Europe is the European trade association for the medical technology industry including diagnostics, medical devices and digital health. Our members are national, European and multinational companies as well as a network of national medical technology associations who research, develop, manufacture, distribute and supply health-related technologies, services and solutions.

www.medtecheurope.org

Reports to: Sophie Koettlitz, Research & Innovation Manager

Close cooperation with:

• Internally: Research & Innovation Manager, Communications Manager and Senior Adviser Value & Innovation-based Access
• Externally: Other life sciences industry associations operating in Brussels (EFPIA, COCIR, EuropaBio)
• European Commission (especially the DG RTD)
• IHI Office

The Intern will contribute to the activities of the MedTech Europe Research and Innovation team to support the execution of MedTech Europe’s R&I strategy. The intern will also support on an ad-hoc basis the activities required for the Procurement group as well as the secretariat of the Value-Based Procurement Community of Practice (e.g. online sessions, conference, meetings, website, distribution lists,…).

Specific Responsibilities

• Monitoring Innovative Health Initiative (IHI) and other EU R&I funding programmes and identify relevant EU R&I programmes/partnerships/missions suitable for medical technology companies.
  • Monitor open calls/tenders in these initiatives.
  • Identify the participation of MedTech Europe members in these EU programmes/partnerships/missions; maintain an updated list of MedTech Europe members participating in these programmes.
  • Maintain (internal) forward looking calendar of events for forthcoming IHI calls and call-related events
• Identifying and maintain updated list of successful consultancies in IHI and Horizon Europe proposal writing and project management
• Identifying potential organisations of interest (whether as members, or partners in research)
• Identifying events that may be of interest to the MedTech Europe R&I team, R&I Committee members, etc.; maintaining a forward-looking calendar of events
• Attending and supporting meetings with MedTech Europe members (e.g. R&I committee, Procurement WG, …), the European Commission, the IHI Office, and other life sciences industry associations operating in Brussels
• Producing communications tools and communication materials in collaboration with the MedTech Europe’s Communications team
• Writing articles for the internal and external newsletters
• Organising internal meetings with members (in-person and remote) and external events
• Taking minutes of some internal and external meetings
• Updating the IHI and R&I sections on MedTech Europe website and intranet

Must-haves

• Bachelor or higher-level education in social/political/economic sciences, European Affairs with an interest in science/technology
• Fluency in both oral and written English
• Analytical mindset, ability to carry out research and present results effectively both in written and orally
• Reactiveness, ability to work independently and take initiatives
• Eye for detail, stress resistance, and a positive attitude
• Competences in standard Windows, MS Office applications and SharePoint
• Interest in medical technologies/healthcare and Research & Innovation
• Is eligible to work as a trainee in Belgium

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with the EU R&I landscape, especially the Horizon Europe programme
• Previous work experience in EU-related organisations
• Experience with policy monitoring and briefing skills
• Knowledge of another EU language

What we offer

• A one-year full time contract under the Belgian Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle (CIP)
• A valuable experience in a well-known trade association in Brussels
• A remunerated internship with benefits:
  • Lunch vouchers
  • Internet and phone compensation
  • Reimbursement of public transportation
  • Possibility of hybrid work
• This internship is only applicable for candidates who hold a diploma and are not linked to any internship with a university.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and a cover letter to Sophie Koettlitz at [email protected] with the subject Application R&I intern – your name.

Application deadline: 14/03/2025. Please note that suitable candidates might be contacted before this deadline, so early application is recommended.

Starting date: as soon as possible