Description
Ensure the effective implementation of EU-funded R&D projects, maintaining alignment with approved objectives, milestones, timelines, and contractual obligations. The role combines project coordination, technical contribution, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring high-quality delivery across all project dimensions.
Responsibilities
•Manage EU-funded R&D projects and ensure timely delivery of project objectives
•Represent eBOS in consortia, meetings, workshops, conferences, and training events in Cyprus and internationally
•Lead and coordinate technical, scientific, and horizontal project activities as Work Package or Task Leader, including dissemination, communication, exploitation, innovation, quality, and risk management
•Engage with Programme Managers to understand project scope, responsibilities, consortium dynamics, proposal commitments, roles, and expected outcomes
•Develop and maintain project plans covering timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resource allocation
•Monitor progress and maintain alignment with technical objectives, KPIs, and contractual commitments
•Prepare, review, and submit technical and non-technical deliverables and periodic reports on time
•Perform quality assurance and risk management, including risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution
•Coordinate project execution and communication with internal teams, consortium partners, and management
•Contribute to technical research, development, and innovation activities relevant to project scope
•Define and refine technical specifications with technical teams and stakeholders
•Support reuse of project results, tools, and methodologies across the organisation and contribute to continuous improvement and future proposal development
•Prepare and deliver presentations and maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders
•Work effectively in multicultural and demanding environments, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and a results-oriented approach
•Keep up to date with relevant research, technologies, and project management practices
Requirements
•University degree in ICT, Engineering, or a related Science discipline
•At least 2 years of experience managing EU-funded R&D projects, such as Horizon Europe, the Digital Europe Programme, or the European Defence Fund
•Good knowledge of EU project implementation requirements, including deliverables, milestones, reporting, and compliance
•Solid understanding of ICT and/or ICT-related R&D topics and ability to engage in technical discussions
•Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, including strong presentation abilities
•Research and analytical skills, attention to detail, planning, and coordination
•Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines in demanding environments
•Strong organisational, interpersonal, time-management, and negotiation skills, with experience collaborating with international partners
•Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and electronic collaboration tools
•Willingness and ability to travel internationally for project meetings and related activities
Nice to have
•Master's degree in a relevant field, ideally project management
•PhD
•Knowledge of Greek
•Project Management certification such as PMP
Conditions
•Attractive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications
•Access to Provident Fund and Medical Insurance plan beyond GESY after the first 6 months' probation
•Flexible working hours (39h/week)
•Bonus Loyalty Scheme
•Full-time employment
