12838 - Junior Project Manager at CMCC… · Lecce

CMCC Position cod. 12838Junior Project Manager Deadline: August 4th, 2026

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Advanced Digital Innovation Center (ADIC) at CMCC Foundation is looking for a motivated and well-organised Junior Project Manager to support the operational management, communication and dissemination activities of its European and national research projects. Working alongside the Senior Project Manager, the successful candidate will contribute to the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of funded projects, while also supporting communication, stakeholder engagement and dissemination activities. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional, comfortable working in an international and multidisciplinary research environment, with strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

ABOUT US

CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting 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. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.

At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.

Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research…Together!

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ROLE

The Junior Project Manager reports to the Senior Project Manager and supports the operational coordination and day-to-day management of ADIC’s portfolio of European and national research projects. The role contributes to project management activities throughout the entire project lifecycle, including both pre-award and post-award phases, from proposal preparation to project implementation, reporting, financial monitoring, and project closure. The Junior Project Manager also supports dissemination, communication, and stakeholder engagement activities, working in close collaboration with researchers, project managers, work package leaders, consortium partners, administrative offices, and CMCC’s Communication Office. The mission of the role is to contribute to the effective implementation, visibility, and impact of ADIC’s research projects, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, institutional procedures, and CMCC’s strategic objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Junior Project Manager will support the Senior Project Manager with:

Project management and coordination

• Supporting the planning, coordination, and monitoring of European and national research projects.
• Monitoring project timelines, milestones, deliverables, deadlines, and resource allocation.
• Supporting budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting.
• Contributing to the preparation of project management deliverables, technical reports, and financial documentation.
• Supporting compliance with contractual, legal, institutional, and funding requirements.
• Maintaining accurate project documentation and supporting day-to-day project administration.
• Supporting project reviews, audits, and monitoring activities.
• Coordinating day-to-day interactions with researchers, internal teams, consortium partners, donors, and funding bodies.
• Supporting pre-award activities, including proposal preparation, budget development, and project design.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of project management processes and practices within ADIC.

Communication, dissemination and stakeholder engagement

• Supporting the planning and implementation of dissemination, communication, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Supporting the development, maintenance, and regular updating of project communication tools and channels, including websites and online platforms.
• Preparing, publishing, and updating content for project websites and digital channels, including news, events, and project results.
• Supporting the management of project social media activities in coordination with CMCC’s Communication Office.
• Preparing communication materials, including presentations, factsheets, newsletters, visual content, and social media posts.
• Coordinating inputs from researchers, work package leaders, and project partners to ensure timely and consistent dissemination of project activities and results.
• Supporting stakeholder mapping and engagement activities.
• Supporting the organisation and promotion of project events, workshops, meetings, and webinars.
• Contributing to public deliverables, reports, and other documentation related to dissemination and communication activities.
• Monitoring communication and dissemination activities, including the collection of indicators and supporting evidence required for reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with the communication, visibility, and branding requirements of European and national funding programmes.
• Supporting ADIC's broader communication, dissemination, and outreach activities.

REQUIREMENTS Essential

• Master’s degree in project management, communication, economics, political science, international relations, social sciences, environmental sciences, digital media or another relevant field.
• 2–4 years of professional experience in project management, project support, communication, dissemination or outreach activities, preferably within European and/or national research projects.
• Experience in supporting project administration, reporting, budget monitoring and compliance.
• Experience in communication and dissemination activities within research, academic, institutional or project-based environments.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prepare clear and effective written and visual communication materials for different audiences.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Very good command of Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary and international teams.
• Proactive attitude, attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.

Desirable / Additional assets

• Experience with Horizon Europe or previous EU Framework Programmes.
• Experience in research organisations, universities or innovation centres.
• Experience in supporting proposal preparation and budgeting.
• Familiarity with project management, financial reporting and website management tools.
• Experience in managing project websites, online platforms and social media channels.
• Knowledge of consortium management, donor relations and stakeholder engagement.
• Basic graphic design and digital communication skills.
• Interest in climate science, digital innovation, artificial intelligence, data science or high-performance computing.
• Knowledge of Italian language will be considered an asset.

DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Please note that this position will be advertised both internally and externally.
• The successful candidate will be based at the CMCC Lecce office.
• The contract offered for this position will be a Coordinated and Continuous Collaboration contract (Co.Co.Co.), starting as soon as possible, with an initial duration of one year and the possibility of renewal.
• The gross annual salary range for this position is €28,000–€40,000. The salary offered within this range will be determined based on years of relevant experience, seniority level, and specific technical skills, applying objective and gender-neutral criteria.
• Welfare package of €2,000 per year.
• Flexible working hours in accordance with internal policies.
• Assistance with the immigration process, if required.

PROTECTED CATEGORY

Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition. Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners). CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory. This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned CMCC Position.

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