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EU-GaNoM – WP3 Update

The world of European grants often resembles a complex maze, where success depends not only on the research idea but also on the skill of those who accompany the project from draft to final report. Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv is part of the ambitious EU-GaNoM project – Network for Training EU Grant Specialists.

On January 6, the KNU team held an important coordination meeting on the implementation of Work Package No. 3 (WP3), led by our University. We are not merely participating, but creating the very ‘architecture of knowledge’ for European grant advisors.

What exactly are we developing?

The main idea of WP3 is to create jointly developed training materials that will help administrative staff become professional ‘navigators’ of European projects.

During the meeting, the team analysed the results of the preparatory stage and discussed the structure of the future textbook, which will serve as the foundation for training specialists.

We are focused on three innovative areas:

  • Synergy between Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe: this is a unique approach that teaches how to combine educational and research initiatives into a single university development strategy.
  • Digitalisation of knowledge: in collaboration with the eLearning Lab of the University of Crete (Greece), we will transform theoretical developments into 42 interactive H5P presentations, which will be available in six languages.
  • Quality and assessment: KNU is responsible for developing an assessment toolkit that will ensure that teaching meets the highest European standards.

Entering the global arena

The EU-GaNoM project is very important for the academic community of KNU. We are working side by side with the coordinator, the University of Nantes (France), and partners from Sweden, Spain, Albania, and Greece.

This partnership has opened the door to the most influential professional networks in Europe:

  • EARMA and BESTPRAC, where our Consortium presented its findings on the financial skills of administrative staff in 2025.
  • ERACON, which brings together Erasmus+ coordinators and focuses on excellence in project management.

Why is this important?

Grant advisors play a central role in developing international and institutional collaborations, notes Roman Petyur, project coordinator at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Our task is to help them become true guides for teachers and researchers in the world of European funding. By strengthening their skills, we not only ensure the sustainability of scientific research but also strengthen the capacity of organisations to work transnationally for the benefit of all of Europe.

The EU-GaNoM project aims to give professionals recognition, professional growth, and modern tools for their work. The results of our joint work will be posted in an open online repository, ensuring the project’s lasting impact for years to come.