KMOP is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead social impact and innovation projects funded by Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, CERV, AMIF, and other EU programs. The ideal candidate will coordinate and inspire multi-disciplinary teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure high-quality deliverables while embracing ethical digital transformation. This role requires not only strong project management expertise but also a genuine ability to mentor, empower, and motivate people, fostering collaboration and professional growth within the team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead, coordinate, and support project management team, ensuring effective collaboration, clear communication, and high-quality delivery through all phases of project implementation and reporting
- Provide guidance, motivation, and mentoring to team members, fostering accountability, continuous learning, and professional development
- Plan, organize, and adapt tasks to achieve projects’ and KMOP’s goals, foreseeing and managing risks, timelines, and deliverables
- Coordinate cross-functional teams (research, finance, communications) and external partners, ensuring on-time, donor-aligned delivery
- Initiate, manage and cultivate relations with external stakeholders, including project partners, donors, EU agencies, and local communities, ensuring effective communication and successful collaboration
- Directly implement and execute key activities such as project meetings, preparation of documentation, progress/interim reports, research support, development and reviewing of project outputs, and preparation of final reports
- Contribute to the identification, design, and development of new project proposals, ensuring alignment with KMOP’s strategic goals & EU priorities
- Monitor and report on project progress and activities using digital project management tools and AI-powered platforms
- Represent KMOP in local and international forums, ensuring the organization’s visibility and fostering partnerships to support its mission
- Lead strategic decision-making for complex, multi-stakeholder EU projects, ensuring alignment with KMOP’s long term goals
- Stay informed about emerging trends in EU policy, social innovation, and digital transformation to ensure alignment with global and European priorities
THE SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER:
- Maintains confidentiality and upholds ethical standards as per organizational policies
- Adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics for integrity in all procurement activities
- Refers to the Unit Coordinator of the organization
REQUIREMENTS
- University degree in a field relevant to KMOP’s program areas
- Minimum of 5 years of proven experience managing EU-funded projects (e.g. Erasmus+, Horizon Europe, AMIF, CERV, Interreg)
- Proven experience in leading and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, support, and develop people
- Expertise in EU procedures, project design, and digital collaboration tools (i.e. MS Teams, Slack)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Greek, with the ability to adapt messaging to diverse stakeholders and audiences
- Ability to work independently, prioritize competing tasks, and meet strict deadlines
- Awareness of AI ethics and digital transformation trends
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and commitment to inclusive practices
- Proven track record in securing EU funding and leading multi-country consortia
- Experience in policy advocacy, team mentorship, and process innovation
CONSIDERED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in relevant field will be considered an asset
- Proficiency in an additional European language (e.g. French, Spanish, German)
- Certification in Project Management (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2)
- Familiarity with AI-powered project management tools (e.g., Bitrix) and generative AI platforms (e.g. ChatGPT), with an understanding of their ethical limitations
- Passion for social innovation themes (e.g., digital inclusion, green transition)
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive remuneration, flexible work arrangements (hybrid options) and excellent career development prospects
- Exposure to EU policy shaping and cutting-edge tools (AI, impact measurement)
- An international environment and the opportunity to work with renowned organizations and stakeholders from the EU and beyond
- Inclusive, creative workplace committed to your growth
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. If you are interested in becoming a member of a highly qualified team of professionals and you share our vision, please send your CV to: [email protected].