Innovation Officer
Core
Support the CYENS Innovation Department and strategic projects to strengthen the innovation ecosystem in Cyprus and beyond.
Role type
Innovation Officer (Strategic Projects & Ecosystem Development)
Builds
Innovation ecosystem connections, project deliverables, and strategic initiatives for Cyprus DIGital INNovation Hub 2, Pharos-CY, and EIT Community Hub Cyprus.
Domain
Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship in Cyprus
Required skills
Stakeholder engagement, partnership building, ecosystem development, project coordination, grant writing, proposal development, data analysis, event organization, Microsoft Excel proficiency
Preferred skills
Project management, European project participation, PMP/Prince2 certification, Innovation-driven or R&D project experience, event organization, familiarity with EU institutions and funding programmes
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Excel)
Responsibilities
Support the Head of Strategy & Partnerships in daily operations and strategic initiatives; prepare project deliverables and technical/administrative reports; coordinate and manage new and ongoing projects; develop proposals and grant applications for Horizon Europe and Erasmus+; identify trends and opportunities within the innovation ecosystem; organize workshops and accelerator activities for startups and researchers; monitor innovation-related opportunities and partnerships; engage with startups, universities, public bodies, and SMEs to foster collaboration; represent CYENS at national and international events.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
