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Project Support Officer
Location
Greece
Posted
4 days ago
Salary
€2.2K / month
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Project Support Officer
UK Ministry of Defence
Role Description The British Embassy in Athens is looking for a Project Support Officer to work within the Home Office International Operations (HOIO) Team. About the Role: - Support the delivery, coordination and oversight of illegal migration and organised immigration crime projects. - Collaborate across the Embassy network, UK agencies, and local stakeholders to ensure projects are effective, compliant, and aligned with wider policy objectives. - Contribute to fostering a positive, collaborative working environment across the Embassy. Key Responsibilities: - Support the design, development and delivery of UK Government-funded projects aligned with OIC priorities. - Work closely with UK partners including Home Office, National Crime Agency, HM Revenue & Customs and Crown Prosecution Service. - Liaise with Greek authorities to identify capability needs and shape collaborative project activity. - Coordinate with policy colleagues to ensure projects align with strategic engagement and policy objectives. - Support procurement and financial management in line with UK Government rules. - Monitor and report on project progress, impact and financial performance. - Identify opportunities to maximise the use of funding through new project proposals. - Support implementation and adapt project activity in response to emerging priorities and Country Business Plan objectives. - Maintain regular communication with Embassy stakeholders, including the Joint Serious Organised Crime Platform. Qualifications - Fluency at C1 level in Greek and English according to the CEFR Framework. - 2-3 years' experience using IT systems in a professional environment. - 2 to 3 years' experience working in comms in a multi-agency environment. - Good communication and organisational skills. - IT literacy, with a good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Ms Teams and Sharepoint. - Experience in supporting budget management. - Flexibility to work extended hours or travel as needed. - The ability to work effectively within a small team and as part of the wider embassy structure. Requirements - Experience of working in an international/multilateral environment (desirable). - Previous administrative experience (desirable). - Knowledge of the Greek administration and interest in Greek politics, especially in the field of security (desirable). - Experience and/or certificate in PMO (desirable). Benefits - Competitive remuneration package. - 24 days annual leave entitlement (pro-rata for fixed-term contracts). - Training package and flexible working opportunities. - Monthly salary of EUR € 2160.59 gross. - Individual personal development plan agreed with the successful candidate.
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