Author: Nikolina Frangoullidou

CARDET is one of the leading research and development centres in Cyprus and the region, dedicated to promoting social impact, innovation, and lifelong learning. At CARDET, we envision a just and sustainable world where people learn and flourish. Our mission is to design innovative education and services that inspire and empower individuals and communities to thrive. We believe that education can be a powerful force for change— addressing global challenges by equipping people with the knowledge, skills, and values to build a better future. If you want to have an impact and are interested in working for a purpose-driven organisation, we would like to hear from you.

Head of Program Implementation
(Hybrid / partly remote)

CARDET is seeking a Head of Program Implementation to provide full operational leadership and portfolio accountability across the organisation’s programmes and projects, ensuring that all projects are delivered with excellence, strong financial coordination, regulatory compliance, and measurable impact.

As a senior leadership role, the Head holds decision-making authority over implementation frameworks, resource allocation within the function, and performance management of the project team.

The position ensures effective alignment between organisational priorities and programme implementation, translating strategic direction into structured implementation frameworks, delivery standards, and performance systems that safeguard quality, consistency, and execution excellence.

• Lead the full portfolio of EU-funded, commercial, and tender-based projects, ensuring excellence in delivery, financial discipline, regulatory compliance, and measurable impact.
• Own and continuously strengthen the Project Implementation Framework, standards, tools, and methodologies to ensure consistency, scalability, and high-quality delivery across projects.
• Define and monitor portfolio KPIs covering delivery, budget performance (in coordination with Finance), quality, stakeholder engagement, and impact, ensuring timely corrective action where needed.
• Provide direct leadership to the Project Management & Research Coordinators, setting performance expectations, allocating resources, and ensuring high standards of accountability, collaboration, and delivery.
• Hold accountability for portfolio-level budget monitoring, financial compliance coordination, forecasting, and risk mitigation in alignment with EU regulations and internal controls, in close collaboration with the Finance function.
• Oversee quality assurance processes are consistently applied, ensuring adherence to funder and client requirements and strengthening audit readiness and compliance standards in collaboration with Finance and project teams.
• Ensure strong cross-departmental coordination with Business Development, Research, Marketing/Communications, Finance, and People & Culture to guarantee operational feasibility and continuity from proposal to delivery.
• Identify and manage operational , financial, and delivery risks across the portfolio , escalating critical issues to the Executive Director and proposing structured mitigation actions.
• Represent the organisation in partner and consortium meetings related to project implementation, delivery performance, and operational coordination.
• Drive continuous improvement, digital adoption, and data-informed decision-making across the implementation portfolio to enhance efficiency, quality, and impact.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Master’s degree in education, social sciences, digital learning, psychology, health, business, sustainability, or related field.
• PhD is an asset.
• Professional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) preferred.
• Significant experience in EU-funded project management, demonstrating progressive responsibility in multi-partner or complex projects.
• Proven experience leading multi-project portfolios.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
• Experience managing high-value and complex consortia.
• Advanced knowledge of EU regulations (Erasmus+, Horizon, etc.).

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Strong leadership presence and decision-making capability.
• Strategic planning and systems thinking.
• Strong financial governance capability.
• Risk management expertise.
• High-level stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• High analytical capability and performance orientation.
• Cross-functional alignment between Project Management, Research, and Finance functions
• (measured by reduction in delivery bottlenecks and escalation frequency).
• Excellent written and verbal communication (Greek & English).

We offer:

• Inclusive, wellbeing-oriented, and family-friendly culture
• 13th Salary and Provident Fund
• Extended annual leave designed to promote rest and wellbeing
• Fully paid maternity/paternity leave
• Lifelong learning and professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work and shorter Fridays

How to Apply:

• Candidates are invited to complete the online application form and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter by 10th March 2026, through the following link.
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to:
  • Complete a self-declaration form confirming they have not been subject to disciplinary, administrative, or criminal sanctions.
  • Submit two professional references and a valid clear criminal record certificate issued by the Cyprus Police at the final stage of the selection process and prior to appointment.
  • Submit samples of previous work upon request.

The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and evaluated fairly.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

CARDET is an HR Award-winning, equal opportunities, and disability-confident employer of choice. The organization has been accredited with the Sound Industrial Relations 2014 Standard and is fully committed to promoting, safeguarding and preventing all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation.

CARDET complies with GDPR. For more details, visit www.cardet.org/privacy-policy .
For questions, contact 22 002100.

CARDET is the largest independent research and development organisation in Cyprus with a strong presence in Europe and the region. At CARDET we envision a just and sustainable world where people learn and flourish. Our mission is to design innovative education and services that inspire and empower individuals and communities to thrive. We believe that education can be a powerful force for change. A large part of global problems and challenges are a result of the lack of knowledge, skill, and competencies. Our approach to education aims to have a strong social impact and help shape a better world through education, training, capacity building, awareness raising, and communication.

If you want to have an impact and are interested in working for a purpose-driven organisation, we would like to hear from you. As we expand our teams new opportunities are opening-including the following role:

Coordinator of Project Management
(Hybrid / partly remote)

CARDET is seeking a Coordinator of Project Management to coordinate day-to-day project management practices and ensure consistent execution standards across assigned projects.

This role combines hands-on management of projects with coordination oversight across Project Managers and close collaboration with other departments. Reporting to the Head of Program Implementation, the Coordinator will play a key role in strengthening operational excellence, mitigating risks, and ensuring structured portfolio performance across the organisation.

• Coordinate and oversee portfolio by monitoring project timelines, milestones, risks and reporting schedules across teams, ensuring consistent execution standards and effective use of project management tools.
• Review project action plans and provide feedback to Project Managers.
• Manage directly assigned projects across the full lifecycle.
• Conduct internal reviews of key deliverables before submission to Head of Project Implementation and support audit and evaluation readiness.
• Ensure alignment with EU regulations, client requirements, internal policies, documentation protocols and reporting timelines.
• Identify cross-project risks, resource constraints, or compliance gaps and escalate appropriately.
• Provide guidance to the team, onboarding support and performance input.
• Collaborate closely with Finance, Marketing/Communications, Research, Technology, and Business
• Development teams to ensure alignment and operational effectiveness.
• Provide updates to the Head of Project Implementation, escalate high-risk issues and contribute to internal reporting dashboards and performance reviews.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Master’s degree in education, social sciences, engineering, computer science, digital learning, psychology, health, sustainability, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in EU-funded project management, with evidence of progressively responsible roles in complex or multi-partner projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects end-to-end.
• Experience supporting or guiding other Project Managers is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of EU programme regulations (e.g., Erasmus+, Horizon).

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Advanced planning and coordination skills.
• Budget monitoring and financial literacy.
• Risk management capability.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Greek and English.
• High level of organisational awareness and accountability.
• Ability to operate with autonomy within defined strategic direction

We offer:

• Inclusive, wellbeing-oriented, and family-friendly culture
• 13th Salary and Provident Fund
• Extended annual leave designed to promote rest and wellbeing
• Fully paid maternity/paternity leave
• Lifelong learning and professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work and shorter Fridays

How to Apply:

• Candidates are invited to complete the online application form and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter by 10th March 2026, through the following link.
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to:
  • Complete a self-declaration form confirming they have not been subject to disciplinary, administrative, or criminal sanctions.
  • Submit two professional references and a valid clear criminal record certificate issued by the Cyprus Police at the final stage of the selection process and prior to appointment.
  • Submit samples of previous work upon request.

The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and evaluated fairly.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

CARDET is an HR Award-winning, equal opportunities, and disability-confident employer of choice. The organization has been accredited with the Sound Industrial Relations 2014 Standard and is fully committed to promoting, safeguarding and preventing all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation.

CARDET complies with GDPR. For more details, visit www.cardet.org/privacy-policy .
For questions, contact 22 002100.

CARDET is the largest independent research and development organisation in Cyprus with a strong presence in Europe and the region. At CARDET we envision a just and sustainable world where people learn and flourish. Our mission is to design innovative education and services that inspire and empower individuals and communities to thrive. We believe that education can be a powerful force for change. A large part of global problems and challenges are a result of the lack of knowledge, skill, and competencies. Our approach to education aims to have a strong social impact and help shape a better world through education, training, capacity building, awareness raising, and communication.

If you want to have an impact and are interested in working for a purpose-driven organisation, we would like to hear from you. As we expand our teams new opportunities are opening-including the following role:

Digital Marketing Executive
(Hybrid / partly remote)

CARDET is seeking a creative, performance-driven and purpose-oriented Digital Marketing Executive to strengthen its digital presence and amplify the impact of its projects and initiatives.

The role supports the implementation of high-quality digital marketing and communication activities across CARDET Group. Working closely with programme and communication teams, the successful candidate will ensure that institutional messaging is consistent, engaging and measurable.

• Manage and grow CARDET’s digital platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok), ensuring consistent brand presence and audience engagement.
• Plan and execute organic and paid digital campaigns aligned with communication objectives, optimising performance through data-driven insights.
• Develop high-quality written and visual content for websites, social media, newsletters, and campaigns, translating EU-funded project outcomes into accessible and engaging digital stories.
• Produce and edit short-form video content for digital platforms, including concept development, scripting, filming, and post-production, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and communication goals.
• Monitor key digital performance indicators (reach, engagement, conversions, growth) and prepare structured performance summaries with practical optimisation recommendations.
• Coordinate content calendars, campaign scheduling, and event promotion to ensure timely and impactful communication.
• Support institutional campaigns and high-visibility launches, contributing to cross-department communication initiatives.
• Contribute to improving digital workflows, reporting processes, and the responsible use of AI tools for content enhancement and efficiency.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field
• Demonstrated experience in digital marketing, social media management, or content creation
• Experience with organic and paid social media campaigns (Meta, LinkedIn, Google Ads, etc.)
• Familiarity with Google Analytics and digital performance tracking tools
• Strong copywriting and storytelling ability
• Proficiency in Canva or similar design tools; basic video editing skills considered an asset
• Familiarity with AI tools for content and workflow optimisation considered an advantage

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent written communication skills in Greek and English
• Strong organisational and campaign coordination abilities
• Analytical mindset with attention to performance metrics
• Proactive and solution-oriented attitude
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Collaborative mindset and responsiveness to team needs
• Growth-oriented approach with continuous learning mindset

We offer:

• Inclusive, wellbeing-oriented, and family-friendly culture
• 13th Salary and Provident Fund
• Extended annual leave designed to promote rest and wellbeing
• Fully paid maternity/paternity leave
• Lifelong learning and professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work and shorter Fridays

How to Apply:

• Candidates are invited to complete the online application form and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter by 10th March 2026, through the following link.
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to:
  • Complete a self-declaration form confirming they have not been subject to disciplinary, administrative, or criminal sanctions.
  • Submit two professional references and a valid clear criminal record certificate issued by the Cyprus Police at the final stage of the selection process and prior to appointment.
  • Submit samples of previous work upon request.

The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and evaluated fairly.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

CARDET is an HR Award-winning, equal opportunities, and disability-confident employer of choice. The organization has been accredited with the Sound Industrial Relations 2014 Standard and is fully committed to promoting, safeguarding and preventing all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation.

CARDET complies with GDPR. For more details, visit www.cardet.org/privacy-policy .
For questions, contact 22 002100.

CARDET is the largest independent research and development organisation in Cyprus with a strong presence in Europe and the region. At CARDET we envision a just and sustainable world where people learn and flourish. Our mission is to design innovative education and services that inspire and empower individuals and communities to thrive. We believe that education can be a powerful force for change. A large part of global problems and challenges are a result of the lack of knowledge, skill, and competencies. Our approach to education aims to have a strong social impact and help shape a better world through education, training, capacity building, awareness raising, and communication.

If you want to have an impact and are interested in working for a purpose-driven organisation, we would like to hear from you. As we expand our teams new opportunities are opening-including the following role:

Coordinator of Research
(Hybrid / partly remote)

CARDET is seeking a Coordinator of Research to ensure the effective coordination, planning, and quality assurance of the organisation’s research, content, and curricula outputs.

This role combines direct contribution to research and content development projects with operational coordination across researchers, ensuring consistency in methodologies, deliverable quality, documentation standards, and alignment with project and proposal needs. Reporting to the Head of Program Implementation, the Coordinator will play a key role in strengthening execution and ensuring consistent research quality, methodological coherence, and execution excellence across projects.

• Work closely with the Coordinator of Project Management and the Head of Program Implementation in coordinating research activities across projects, ensuring consistency in methodologies, documentation standards and workload distribution.
• Lead or co-lead research tasks within direct assigned projects.
• Conduct internal pre-reviews of reports, publications, policy briefs, and training materials before submission to the Head of Program Implementation.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards, data protection requirements, and EU/donor quality expectations.
• Monitor feedback received on deliverables and ensure revisions are implemented effectively.
• Reduce recurring quality comments through structured guidance and standardisation.
• Identify risks, quality gaps, or timeline issues and escalate where necessary.
• Contribute thematic expertise to proposal development and support grant developers with evidence-based input and research design.
• Support onboarding, peer guidance, and capacity building of researchers.
• Promote structured research processes, digital tools, and workflow optimisation across teams.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Master’s degree in education, social sciences, digital learning, psychology, health, sustainability, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of applied research experience.
• Experience in EU-funded projects (e.g., Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, Policy Experiments).
• Experience coordinating research tasks and/or supporting peers is desirable.
• Strong understanding of qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of EU programme regulations (e.g., Erasmus+, Horizon).

Key Skills and Attributes:

• High-level writing and analytical skills.
• Strong quality assurance orientation.
• Ability to translate research into practical outputs (training, toolkits, policy briefs).
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Greek and English.
• Ability to operate autonomously within defined strategic direction.

We offer:

• Inclusive, wellbeing-oriented, and family-friendly culture
• 13th Salary and Provident Fund
• Extended annual leave designed to promote rest and wellbeing
• Fully paid maternity/paternity leave
• Lifelong learning and professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work and shorter Fridays

How to Apply:

• Candidates are invited to complete the online application form and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter by 10th March 2026, through the following link.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to:
  • Complete a self-declaration form confirming they have not been subject to disciplinary, administrative, or criminal sanctions.
  • Submit two professional references and a valid clear criminal record certificate issued by the Cyprus Police at the final stage of the selection process and prior to appointment.
  • Submit samples of previous research or writing work upon request.

The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and evaluated fairly.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

CARDET is an HR Award-winning, equal opportunities, and disability-confident employer of choice. The organization has been accredited with the Sound Industrial Relations 2014 Standard and is fully committed to promoting, safeguarding and preventing all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation.

CARDET complies with GDPR. For more details, visit www.cardet.org/privacy-policy .
For questions, contact 22 002100.