Coordinator for DiGiNN project – (ref no. CYI_DiGiNN_23_04) Full Time

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European Non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C) and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Center (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-center interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) invites applications for a highly motivated professional to join the Institute at the position of the Coordinator for the DiGiNN project. European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIH) in the Digital Europe program will run until 2029 and are going to ensure that innovative digital solutions, based on new technologies, are integrated into the day-to-day business of companies and public administrations. EDIHs will function as one-stop shops that help SMEs and the public sector dynamically respond to the digital challenges and become more competitive. By providing access to technical expertise and experimentation as well as the possibility to “test before invest”, EDIHs help companies improve business/production processes, products, or services using digital technologies. They also provide innovation services, such as financing advice, training, and skills development that are needed for a successful digital transformation.

The successful candidate will act as the Project Manager of the European Digital Innovation Hub for Cyprus (EDIH) DiGiNN and must have excellent project management and interpersonal skills, with strong capacities for coordinating human resources and for generating and maintaining contacts in the business and governmental sectors. The candidate will work together with the EDIH Manager to manage the general operation and participate in all of the activities and affairs of the EDIH.

The initial period of the appointment will be until November 2025 with the possibility of renewal for up to four additional years, depending on performance and availability of funds.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

To contribute to the planning, coordination and management (administrative, financial, technical) of the Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH).
To promote and manage the collaboration of the EDIH with innovative technology companies, public organizations and ecosystem stakeholders.
To act as a liaison between clients and the technical/business development teams.
To contribute to the improvement of existing and the development of new services within the hub.
To organize and participate in various events (training events, raising awareness events, networking and community building)
To contribute to the implementation of the marketing, communication and dissemination plan.
To contribute to the smooth collaboration between the eDIH partners.
To contribute to the planning, coordination and management (administrative, financial, technical) of the DiGiNN EU funded project (timing, reporting, and deliverables).
To contribute to the KPIs monitoring, risk management, quality management and data Management Plan.
To undertake any task and initiative in relation to her/his appointment, that contribute to the sustainability of the EDIH, including the development of new initiatives that support and expand the operations of the EDIH.
Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in any scientific field
At least 3 years of experience in project management
Strong technical and business writing skills.
High-level of communication and interpersonal skills.
High-level organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask and change priorities with limited supervision.
Ability to present to medium and large audiences
Excellent knowledge of oral and written English and Greek
Preferred Qualifications

Experience with projects in the field of IT or understanding technology areas such as AI, Cybersecurity or HPC
Good understanding of a wide spectrum of advanced digital technologies
Experience in delivering formal and informal training on information technologies
Experience in proposal writing for funding
Experience in marketing, communication or customer relations.
Experience in innovation management
Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact Dr Vassilis Tsakalos ([email protected]). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled.

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: Vassilis Tsakalos

Reference number: CYI_DiGiNN_23_04

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