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CARDET is one of the leading research and development centres in Cyprus and the region, dedicated to advancing social impact, innovation and lifelong learning.

We believe that education, research and innovation can be powerful forces for positive change. Through our work in Cyprus and across Europe, we collaborate with individuals, organisations and communities to address important social challenges and create meaningful and sustainable impact. 

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a motivated and creative Marketing & Communications Officer to join our Marketing & Communications team.

This is an opportunity for an early-career professional who wants to build broad, hands-on experience across social media, digital marketing, content creation, website communications, events and the communication of EU-funded initiatives.

Working under the guidance of the Head of Communications & Marketing, you will support the day-to-day implementation of marketing and communication activities, helping us create content that is engaging, accurate, on-brand and delivered on time.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are creative, curious, eager to learn and interested in using communication to support meaningful work and social impact.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the Marketing & Communications team, you will:

• Support the implementation of social media and digital marketing campaigns, including sponsored advertising.
• Create and adapt engaging content for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and other digital channels, in line with approved communication plans. 
• Support communication and visibility activities for EU-funded projects, developing and adapting content in line with agreed project communication plans and requirements.
• Update website content and support the preparation of newsletters, presentations and other digital and marketing materials. 
• Support the planning, promotion and communication of events, workshops and conferences. 
• Collect agreed social media and campaign metrics and prepare basic performance summaries using established tools and templates. 

• Contribute creative ideas for social media content, campaigns, storytelling and visibility activities. 

   

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Journalism, Business or a related field. 
• Approximately 1 year of relevant professional experience, or equivalent practical experience, in digital marketing, communications, social media or content creation. Relevant experience may have been gained through employment, internships, freelance or project work, volunteering or other practical activities. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English. 
• Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok. 
• Some familiarity with paid digital advertising, such as Meta Ads Manager and/or Google Ads. 
• Familiarity with one or more content creation and editing tools, such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve or similar. 
• Ability to understand basic social media and campaign metrics and prepare simple performance summaries. 
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage assigned tasks and deadlines effectively. 

Key Skills & Competencies

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Creativity and an eye for engaging content. 
• Strong written communication and storytelling skills. 
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality. 
• Good organisation and reliability. 
• A positive and collaborative approach to teamwork. 
• Curiosity and confidence in exploring new digital tools and communication trends. 
• Willingness to learn, receive feedback and continuously develop. 
• An interest in CARDET's work and in communicating initiatives with social and educational impact. 
   

Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable

Experience in any of the following will be considered an advantage:

• Communication, dissemination or visibility activities for EU-funded projects. Website content management through WordPress or another CMS, Newsletter or email campaign content. 
• Event promotion and communication. 
• Basic photography, video production or editing. 
• Ethical and effective use of AI tools for content ideation, drafting, editing or workflow support. 
   

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you will gradually build the confidence and experience to:

• Create engaging, accurate and on-brand content across different channels. 
• Reliably deliver assigned digital marketing, social media and communication activities within agreed timelines.
• Help communicate CARDET's projects, initiatives and impact to different audiences. 
• Use basic performance data to understand what is working and support continuous improvement. 
• Work collaboratively with the Marketing & Communications team and respond effectively to feedback and changing priorities.
• Bring fresh ideas and creative thinking to the team. 
• Continue developing your skills and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows. 
   

What We Offer

• The opportunity to build broad, practical experience across digital marketing, communications, content creation, events and EU-funded initiatives. 
• Meaningful work with social impact across local, European and international contexts. 
• A collaborative environment where you can learn from experienced colleagues and gradually take on greater responsibility. 
• Lifelong learning and professional development opportunities. 
• An inclusive, wellbeing-oriented and family-friendly culture. 
• 13th Salary and Provident Fund. 
• Extended annual leave designed to promote rest and wellbeing. 
• Fully paid maternity/paternity leave. 
• Flexible hybrid working and shorter Fridays. 
• Compensation aligned with CARDET's internal banding and reward framework, supporting fairness, consistency and transparency across roles.

How to Apply

If you are creative, digitally confident, organised and eager to learn and grow, we would be happy to hear from you.

Candidates are invited to complete the online application form and submit:

• an up-to-date CV, and 
• where available, examples of relevant content, social media work or a portfolio. 

We recognise that early-career candidates may not yet have a formal professional portfolio. Examples may therefore include work completed through employment, internships, university projects, volunteering, freelance work or personal projects.

Apply here:  https://cardet.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=e9d05ce6-74dc-4ae8-85d4-692ec5162c00 

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete the next stages of CARDET's selection process.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and evaluated fairly.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding
 

CARDET is an HR Award-winning, equal opportunities and disability-confident employer of choice. The organisation has been accredited with the Sound Industrial Relations 2014 Standard and is fully committed to promoting safeguarding and preventing all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation.

CARDET is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates who may require reasonable accommodations during the selection process are encouraged to let us know.

CARDET complies with GDPR. For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy www.cardet.org/privacy-policy.
For questions, contact 22 002100.

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