Co-Project Manager

Greece

Co-Project Manager (Craftsmanship)

Organization

Posted 11 Nov 2025 Closing date 30 Nov 2025

Location: SKILLS FACTORY, Samos, GR
Type: Managing Position (Long-Term)
Start: 1st of December 2025

is a Swiss–Greek non-profit dedicated to tackling humanitarian challenges and fostering social inclusion.

Through our flagship project, the
SKILLS FACTORY on Samos (GR)
, we create opportunities for
learning, skill-building, and meaningful engagement
– empowering both the displaced community and our volunteers. In the SKILLS FACTORY, artisans and makers from around the world share their expertise, exchange ideas, and craft essential goods – blending creativity, skills, collaboration, and purpose.

Role Overview
As Co-Project Manager (Craftsmanship)
, you will share overall responsibility for the SKILLS FACTORY with your counterpart in Social Work & Administration. Your focus will be on the
manual and creative side – leading departments, guiding production, mentoring participants, and coordinating a team of volunteers.
Together, you will drive an initiative that unites social impact and craftsmanship,
empowering people through making, learning, and community.
Key Responsibilities

• Co-lead the strategic planning and daily operations of the SKILLS FACTORY on Samos.
• Oversee all craftsmanship departments (Barber, WASH, Kitchen, Tailor, Media, Maintenance).
• Guide production processes, certification schemes, and quality standards.
• Supervise and mentor a team of 3 coordinators and several volunteers.
• Ensure the proper use and maintenance of buildings, tools, and equipment.
• Manage inventories, materials, and workshop safety.
• Foster an empowering, inclusive, and creative work environment.
• Implement project frameworks, policies, and safeguarding standards.
• Support emergency response and operational readiness when required.
• Report regularly to the Director and collaborate closely with your Co-Project Manager (Social Work & Administration).

Requirements

• Trained craftsperson or maker with a background in a hands-on trade.
• Ideally an all-rounder who enjoys working with tools, fixing, building, and creating.
• Proven team leadership experience with the ability to motivate, delegate, and take responsibility.
• Experience or strong interest in the humanitarian or social sector.
• Long-term commitment: willing to engage for at least one year or longer.
• Organised, practical, and creative – able to turn ideas into action and keep operations running smoothly.
• Fluent in English (Greek, French, or Arabic are an advantage).
• Calm, friendly, and good-humoured, even under pressure.
• Emotionally resilient and able to maintain healthy boundaries in a challenging context.
• Guided by a person-centred and participatory approach, open to learning from others.
• Committed to 's values, philosophy, and vision.

What We Offer

• Work and learn alongside a diverse, highly skilled team of crafts(wo)men from around the world.
• Gain hands-on experience within a dynamic and growing humanitarian NGO.
• Be part of a respectful, empowering, and person-centred culture, where every voice matters.
• Receive comprehensive onboarding and continuous support during your time on Samos.
• Monthly salary: €1,050 (net, plus taxes and insurance).
• Two weeks of paid leave after every three months of service.
• Regular self-care and debriefing sessions to support your well-being.
• Valuable learning and leadership experience within a grassroots humanitarian project.
• Build a strong professional network and references in the humanitarian and social fields.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact while developing personally and professionally.

How to apply

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Job details

Country

• Greece

City Vathy, Samos Source

Type

• Job

Career category

• Program/Project Management

Years of experience

• 3-4 years

Theme

• Shelter and Non-Food Items

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