Senior Project Manager

ABOUT KMOP

KMOP, founded in 1977 in Greece, is a leading civil society organization dedicated to providing social support services and designing and implementing various initiatives that empower and enhance the well-being of individuals and communities. Over the years, KMOP has broadened its impact to a global scale, maintaining a presence in three countries—Greece, Belgium, and North Macedonia—with permanent offices in Athens, Piraeus, Kifissia, Thessaloniki, Brussels, and Skopje. At the heart of KMOP's mission is the commitment to tackle social challenges through evidence-based solutions that foster individual and collective prosperity. Our approach focuses on creating and implementing innovative social programs to build self-worth, reduce inequalities, and promote inclusive and sustainable development.

We are 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:

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