NORRAG Job Board: Education Project Officer, ICR
Education Project Officer
Deadline: April 28, 2024
ABOUT US
The CMCC Foundation is a scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers.
Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Our Institute for Climate Resilience (ICR) is looking for a new position of Education Project Officer responsible for the management, plan and monitoring of the main educational and training activities.
Workplace location: Milan, Italy
ROLE
The Education Project Officer is responsible for supporting the Education Project Manager and she/he will be responsible for the daily implementation and management of ongoing scientific research-based projects and educational/training programmes funded by different donors. In particular, she/he will ensure the smooth coordination and implementation of the Future Earth Research School (FERS School, https://www.fersschool.it) a School in the field of environmental sustainability and climate change launched by the Euro-Mediterranean Centre on Climate Change Foundation (CMCC), with the support of the Emilia-Romagna Region. She/He will also be responsible for the communication and dissemination activities of the School.
REQUIREMENTS
- Degree in Education, Economics, Management, International Relations, Environmental sustainability sciences, and other related field;
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management in the context of educational/training programme and projects;
- Experience in designing and delivering education, training and capacity development activities;
- Strong project management skills with the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks;
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders with a multicultural background;
- A very good knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint (a basic understanding of Photoshop and InDesign is considered to be an asset);
- Strong understanding of and experience with WordPress, Mailchimp and graphic design tools (Canva, and/or Adobe Creative Cloud applications);
- Master of social media platforms (X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn);
- Experience developing communities of practice and managing online communities;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English;
- Experience in financial and administrative management and periodical reporting.
DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- The appointment period will be initially of 12 months;
- The gross salary will be based on qualification and working experience;
- Welfare package (for min 12 months contract);
- Flexible working time;
- Support during the immigration process, if needed.
- Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.