Are you passionate about youth empowerment and policy-making? Here’s your chance to make a difference! The European Youth Forum is calling for proposals for research on EU Youth Programmes, focusing on Erasmus+ and the European Solidarity Corps (ESC).

Deadline: March 31, 2024

Background: The European Youth Forum represents the voices of over 100 youth organizations across Europe. We advocate for youth perspectives in policy-making processes, including EU funding programs like Erasmus+ and ESC.

Why Research Matters: As part of the ongoing evaluation of Erasmus+ and ESC, there’s a need for evidence-based reports and research to understand how these programs impact young people and youth organizations. This research aims to provide a youth perspective on the effectiveness, relevance, and challenges of these programs.

Objectives of the Research:

• Map the experiences of young people and youth organizations with EU funding programs.
• Provide data and indicators representative of youth civil society.
• Assess the adaptability of Erasmus+ and ESC to the needs of young people and youth organizations.
• Identify opportunities and challenges in the current implementation of these programs.

Who We’re Looking For: We’re seeking proposals from candidates with:

• Experience in quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Excellent English writing skills.
• Prior experience with Erasmus+ and the youth sector.
• Understanding of current trends and conversations around Erasmus+ and ESC.

How to Apply: To apply, prepare:

• A CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation.
• A detailed proposal outlining your methodology and stakeholder engagement plan.
• A comprehensive budget proposal.

Send your application to alvaro.gonzalez@youthforum.org with the subject “EU Youth Programmes Research –  by March 31, 2024.

Additional Information:

• The selected consultant will receive a fee of 10,000 EUR for their work.
• The research timeline spans from April to December 2024, with key milestones agreed upon.
• Selection will be based on the quality of the application.

Join us in shaping the future of EU youth programs. Apply now and be part of this important initiative!