What Makes a Good Partner for a European Project Proposal?

 


In order to achieve a good quality project, positive achievements and satisfying success criteria in European funding programmes, you need to team up with the right partners. A common understanding of the project’s aims and objectives, shared competencies and knowledge, and an absolute understanding of the project’s scope and goals are crucial for a good and successful partnership. But what is an organisation that can be seen as the right partner for a European project proposal?


Relevant Expertise and Experience


 A good partner brings a relevant record of expertise: to the content of the proposal, such as previous involvement in EU projects in the same or a similar field and a record of successful implementation; and to the credibility of the project, such as subject-matter expertise.


Strong Project Management Capabilities


 Therefore it is important to work with a partner who is excellent in project management to reach the goal successfully, to control the time line of the project and to follow the rules of European Commission. With a good project management skills the partner can control the tasks, the budget and the process of the project in order that everything runs smoothly.


Commitment to Collaboration


 To work effectively, a good partnership needs organisations that are willing to share ideas, resources and responsibilities. You need a flexible partner. One that’s willing to communicate early and well, and to play effectively in a diverse, multinational team – often a requirement of projects funded by the EU.


Alignment with Project Goals


 The partner needs to have its own mission and values that are consonant with the project’s objectives because they will also have skin in the game.


Capacity to Contribute


 They need to have the financial, technical or human capital to bring something to the table. A good partner has a clear capacity to perform according to the terms of its role, and is able to provide a demonstrable contribution to the objectives of the project.


Understanding of EU Priorities and Compliance


 An excellent partner is well-versed in EU goals, rules and structures: for example, in relation to the European Green Deal, the Digital Education Action Plan or other overarching actions that can be used as a framework for the proposal. They are also able to ensure compliance of their efforts with EU funding rules and reporting obligations.


 All in all, the best partners for a European project proposal are those who bring specific expertise, share the spirit of co-operation and have the means to deliver on the objectives set in the project. It is vital to develop a network of like-minded organisations willing to work together. This is the only way to have a chance to win in the race for EU projects. 


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