Director of Community & Outreach

Director of Community & Outreach (Open Call)

About EIT Water EIT Water is Europe's innovation community for water, marine and maritime systems. It connects industry, innovators, researchers, educators and policymakers to tackle the most urgent water challenges from scarcity, drought and flooding to pollution and ecosystem decline. EIT Water is part of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union.

Founded in 2026, EIT Water has eight regional hubs across Europe and a mandate to deliver systemic innovation from source to sea. EIT Water is now establishing the governance structures that will guide its first Strategic Agenda and long-term impact.

The Role

The Director of Community and Outreach will lead the development and growth of a vibrant, pan-European (and globally connected) community within EIT Water KIC.

This role is responsible for:

• Designing and executing strategies that engage members, innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, funders and citizens
• Accelerating innovation in the water, marine and maritime sector
• Strengthening the KIC's ecosystem, amplifying its impact, and fostering growth and collaboration across the membership and wider ecosystem

The Director will report to the Chief Impact Officer and have line management responsibility for 8 Regional Hub Senior Managers located in the regional branches.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted via by 5pm CET, Tuesday 1st September 2026 and must include:

• A current CV
• A cover letter outlining interest and relevant experience

The appointment process is led by Perrett Laver on behalf of EIT Water. For questions about the process, contact .

EIT Water is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications without discrimination on any grounds. EIT Water is an established Danish Association based in Aarhus. This activity is co-funded by the European Union.