Current Openings

Your Role in MedTech Europe

The position is designed to consolidate and expand the participation of MedTech Europe members in EU Research and Innovation programmes and initiatives, with a focus on the Innovative Health Initiative (IHI), of which MedTech Europe is a member. Some of its members are actively participating in the IHI programme, and many more could also benefit from it. Beyond IHI, there is an untapped variety of funding and collaborative opportunities to explore at EU and international level. Providing members with guidelines and directions should result in a better representation of the medtech sector in these funding and collaborative opportunities. Please note that this is a 2-year assignment or consultancy contract, with the possibility for extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote beneficial EU Research & Innovation programmes and initiatives to MedTech Europe members.
• Inform, encourage and train MedTech Europe members about the opportunities for funding and cooperation in EU programmes.
• Interface with MedTech Europe members and healthcare stakeholders to help them navigate questions about EU Research and Innovation programmes.
• In close collaboration with its External Affairs department, represent MedTech Europe towards relevant EU and international institutions and build and nurture an effective network.
• Develop MedTech Europe’s leadership, vision, strategy and the execution of action plans in the Research & Innovation environment in Europe
• Position the medical technology industry as a key contributor to Europe’s Research and Innovation environment.
• Lead and animate MedTech Europe’s Research & Innovation Committee and other relevant working groups, as needed, by facilitating and coordinating debate and consensus-building among members.
• Draft position papers, presentations and communications materials.
• Manage partnerships with other life science industry associations, especially EFPIA and COCIR.
• Advise, update, and receive guidance from, the MedTech Europe CEO and Board of Directors.
• If required, participate to the Leadership Team of MedTech Europe.

Skills and Competences

Requirements and Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Science or Business/Management.
• Minimum 15 years of experience and minimum 5 years Research & Innovation, Project Management, Consulting.
• Good knowledge of current and upcoming EU Research & Innovation funding programmes.
• Research & Innovation (experience in preparing and managing EU-funded projects).
• You are accustomed to communicating (written and spoken) at all levels with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of MedTech (knowledge about industrial R&I in the healthcare industry).
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English. Any additional EU language is considered a plus.

Personal Qualities and Attributes  

• You are a highly motivated self-starter who enjoys being challenged.
• Strategic, independent, and a team player attitude.
• Organizational skills and diplomatic communication skills.
• Skilled in consensus building.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send a CV in English and a motivation letter to ([email protected]) with the Subject: R&I Lead – Application.

Deadline of submission: 30 April 2025. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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.

Your Role in MedTech Europe

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: 31 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.

Your Role in MedTech Europe

MedTech Europe is the European trade association representing the medical technology industries, from diagnosis to cure.

You will join the Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) Team, which is part of the External Affairs Department. You will report to Senior Manager GAPP. The GAPP Team has a dynamic and positive working environment. As Manager, you will support Technical Departments at MedTech Europe while working autonomously and in collaboration with the other External Affairs Team members.

You will be a visible and credible advocate for the industry who builds strong relationships with key stakeholders, such as policy makers, healthcare officials, and patient groups, stays up-to-date with EU policy and legislative developments and engages the organisation in initiatives relevant to the medical technology sector. You will be working with members in developing positions and engagement strategies and drive joint advocacy activities.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Medical Devices Regulation and In Vitro Diagnostics Regulation
• Digital Health

Note that Areas of Responsibilities may change over time to adapt to MedTech Europe’s core Priorities.

Key Responsibilities

The Manager GAPP will support the Lead Department (Digital Health and Regulatory Affairs) with the following key responsibilities:

• Develop/maintain relationships with relevant EU institutions and exchange information with policy makers
• Build relationships with relevant stakeholders, such as patient and healthcare professional groups and other industry trade associations
• Represent MedTech Europe externally through being a visible and credible advocate for the industry
• Ensure an up-to-date knowledge of the EU political landscape and assess EU initiatives with regard to their relevance for the medical technology sector
• Develop clear and concise positioning and messaging
• Develop and implement strategies and action plans to engage the organisation in EU legislative proposals and policies
• Consider and utilize both advocacy and communication tools to achieve objectives
• Be a point of contact for members, e.g. with the Public Affairs Committee, and moderate member discussions towards agreed objectives and positions
• Coordinate with the GAPP Team to ensure impactful engagement with stakeholders
• Contribute to the advocacy and communication excellence of the organisation

Requirements

• Master, preferable in European Studies, European Law, Political Science, (Health) Economics
• Minimum three to five years of professional experience in EU Government Affairs (EU institutions, consultancy, association, NGO etc.)
• Proven solid knowledge about EU institutions and EU legislative processes. Good understanding of EU political dynamics and experience at developing comprehensive strategies. Experience inside the EU institutions or have a demonstratable knowledge about EU institutions or processes.
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English, any additionally EU language is considered a plus
• Experience in health, in particular in In vitro diagnostic and medical devices is considered a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Team player with commitment to excellence
• Availability to travel

Skills and Competences

• Strong project management skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work independently and provide results against tight deadlines, resilience to workload, positive attitude
• Ability to communicate clearly and translate complex information into clear messages
• Ability to work autonomously with high problem-solver and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to analyse policies/legislation and political developments identifying relevance for the sector
• Ability to translate technical concepts into policy and political action
• Diplomacy: Ability to find consensus amongst wide range of opinions and to work with different functions, teams (market access, regulatory) and seniority levels
• Proactive attitude with sense for creating synergies and win-wins
• Confidence in driving initiatives with members and stakeholders

Application Instructions

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

Deadline of submission: 31 March 2025. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

What we offer

• A permanent full-time work contract (39h/week) under Belgium law
• Competitive salary package, including benefits such as lunch vouchers, pension plan, full medical plan, reimbursement of public transport, mobile phone subscription
• Possibility of homeworking 2 days/week
• Opportunities for training and personal development