Open Cultural Center (OCC) was established in 2016 in response to the European refugee crisis, and now manages cultural centers and residential programs for migrants and refugees in Spain and Greece. We are a small international team united by a commitment to break down barriers to social inclusion for migrants and refugees. We thrive with the support of a large number of volunteers and emphasize the importance of participation and empowerment, developing autonomy, building communities and intercultural exchange.
The EU Project Manager represents OCC in communications with the international and national Greek organizations, working to build bonds with the local Greek and resettled community around Polykastro, and to coordinate all OCC’s European programs.
Responsibilities and tasks
- Along with the Site Coordinator, building and maintaining relationships with Greek non-profit organizations with which OCC works.
- Drafting and submitting EU projects applications. Drafting and submitting project reports and justifications.
- Managing all EU projects including ESC, KA2, KA3, Amif and others.
- Representing the organisation in meetings with partner organisations and creating new partnerships.
- Representing the organisation with the Greek National Agency, the European Commission and other European Partners.
- Training the ESC volunteers on EU values and managing the administrative part of their volunteering
Competencies and skills
- Bachelor degree in Social Sciences/Business or Public Administration, Migration/Education or similar with at least 1 year of experience in a similar position or high school diploma with at least 3 years of experience working in a similar position.
- Advanced university degree will be considered an asset.
- Advanced skills on MS Office, Google Drive, CRM platforms. Knowledge in Beneficiary Module, EU Pass, EU Funding and Tenders, Youthpass is a plus.
- Knowledge of the values and objectives of the European Solidarity Corps program.
- An ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with governmental and non-profit organizations.
- High levels of organization and project management skills.
- Ability to speak English fluently both written and oral. Knowledge of Greek is an asset.
- Multitasking and prioritizing.
- Experience in managing projects, setting project management planning, drafting project presentations.
- Ability to oversee volunteers.
- Commitment to the mission of OCC, the project objectives, and the volunteer team.
- Demonstrate an ability to work in teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to identify opportunities through a holistic vision of the project.
- Driving licence with at least 1 year of experience will be considered an asset.
- Availability to travel to other European countries for project meetings.
Conditions
One-year full-time initial contract. Salary of 800 euros/month. Monthly remuneration including christmas and vacation bonus according to the national contract rules.
In case that the candidate does not reside in the municipality of Kilkis, possible accommodation in a shared flat with other members of the team is provided.
A friendly and inspiring environment for the candidate to develop competences, learn and share new ideas.
How to apply
Please use this form to apply and select “EU Project Manager Greece – Job Position”.
Deadline: 31st October 2023. Please note that Open Cultural Center reserves the right to close the position before the closing date for applications if a suitable candidate is identified.
Applicants from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply since we are committed to a discrimination-free workplace. No matter what your gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, mental health, or religion is, we want to hear from you!