Innovation & Communication Officer for EU Funded Projects (ref. ICO0325) at STRATAGEM Ltd

A Research & Technology organization is currently seeking an energetic and motivated Innovation & Communication Officer. The successful candidate should hold a University degree, preferably in Business Management, Economics or Marketing disciplines or a relevant field of study. Postgraduate or Doctoral Degrees or experience in Business or Marketing or Innovation Management will be considered a plus. Strong project management skills and experience in running European funded projects and/or submitting proposals for funding will be additional plus. Excellent working knowledge of English (written & oral) is mandatory.

 

Responsibilities/Main Duties

· Implementation of Innovation Management Tasks for various EU or National funded projects including project Dissemination, Communication, products Exploitation, Business Plans and Business Models development.

· Implement technical/ research work according to assigned tasks mainly relevant to business model creation, market analysis, competition analysis, business plans etc.

· Set up and manage projects’ websites; content creation of Printed and Digital Communication Material; Social Media management; content creation of press releases, articles and publications.

· Develop, review and control project deliverables coherent to high quality objectives/standards.

· Manage project per description of work, within committed time plan and effectively to ensure quality throughout the process.

· Participate in project conference calls and meetings, recording meeting minutes and ensuring timely completion of allocated tasks.

· Act proactively to address potential problems or possible delays in given tasks.

· Contribute to preparation/writing/submitting of high-quality research and innovation proposals for National and EU funding.

 

Requirements

Experience

· 1-3 years in similar position (Innovation/Product/Business/Marketing) management or consultancy.

· Proven and demonstrated experience in managing National or EU funded research projects, implementing dissemination & exploitation activities and drafting relevant plans will be a plus.

· Experience in preparation/writing/submitting of high-quality proposals in National or EU funding Instruments (Horizon Europe, Horizon2020, InterregMED, RESTART etc.) will be considered an advantage.

Education

· University degree, preferably in Business Management, Economics or Marketing disciplines or a relevant field of study..

· Master’s degree or/and PhD will be considered an advantage, preferably in/related to Business/Product/Marketing/Innovation Management (e.g. MBA).

 

Professional skills

· Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.

· Strong communication skills and familiar with digital marketing tools.

· Familiar with Business Model creation tools (Business Model Canvas, Value proposition Canvas etc), Market analysis methodologies and Competition analysis.

· Results oriented with an ability to work under deadlines.

· Excellent use of Microsoft Office applications.

· Excellent use of English (oral, written, understanding).

 

Personal Skills

· Able to work independently and self-managed as well as being a Team player.

· Strong presentation, organization and communication skills.

· Business acumen and commercial focused.

· Excellent work ethic with commitment to the success of the team.

Other

· Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally.

· Ability to cooperate with international academic and industrial partners and work across distributed/virtual teams.

· Proven ability to manage tasks and issues, meet deadlines, follow through on commitments, and take corrective action in a proactive manner where appropriate.

· Ability to deliver under strict deadlines, ability to manage the tasks and deliverables to schedule.

 

Remuneration:

· Competitive salary depending on qualifications.

· Excellent & Flexible working environment.

· Continuous support for further development, personal and professional evolvement.

· Working with international teams, dealing with technologies of the future.

 

Interested applicants are invited to send their resume and a cover letter, explaining the reasons they are the perfect fit for the role, quoting the reference number (ICO0325) by email tο: mz@stratagem.com.cy until 10/06/2025. Applications which don’t cover the minimum requirements will not be taken into account. Apply now in strict confidence. Only the most suitable applicants for the position will be invited for an interview.

 

At STRATAGEM, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristic.

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