The Operational Unit BEYOND Centre of Earth Observation Research and Satellite Remote Sensing of the National Observatory of Athens is seeking to hire a Communication and Dissemination Specialist with proven experience in communication of EU funded projects to join our team in Athens, Greece.
About Us
BEYOND Centre of Earth Observation Research and Satellite Remote Sensing is an Operational Unit of the Institute for Astronomy, Astrophysics, Space Applications and Remote Sensing (IAASARS) of the National Observatory of Athens (NOA). Poised to deliver significant services for the ultimate benefit of European citizens, BEYOND plays a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge research and providing innovative services in crucial thematic areas such as: Space Safety and Security, Disasters and Crisis Management, Climate, Energy, Agriculture, Biodiversity and Health/Epidemics. BEYOND Centre addresses stakeholders' needs across Europe, and the neighboring regions including Balkans, Middle East, and Africa. Leveraging large scale satellite acquisitions established at NOA's facilities, actionable information is provided on time for enhanced decision and policy making in the aforementioned areas of expertise.
The Position
We are currently looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Communication and Dissemination Specialist to join our Communication & Dissemination team.
The successful candidate will design, implement, and manage communication strategies for BEYOND Centre as well as for European research and innovation projects, ensuring effective outreach, stakeholder engagement, and visibility.
This role requires strong teamwork and creativity to produce engaging content, manage digital channels, and coordinate events across Europe and beyond for different audiences.
The Responsibilities
As a Communication and Dissemination Specialist, you will be involved in a variety of tasks, including:
• Develop and implement effective Dissemination & Communication strategies, work plans and campaigns for Horizon Europe projects.
• Prepare project reports and write deliverables related to Dissemination & Communication for the EU projects.
• Create, edit, and distribute high-quality content and audiovisual material tailored to target audiences, including news articles for magazines, press releases, website articles, special reports, short promo videos and other material (e.g., brochures, leaflets, factsheets) that communicate the project activities.
• Manage, edit and update project websites (developed by the IT team).
• Manage project related social media platforms to maximise project outreach and external stakeholders’ engagement.
• Organise and coordinate project events (physical, virtual and hybrid).
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with project partners and seek opportunities to enhance the outreach of the projects.
• Monitor media coverage and maintain an up-to-date media database and publicity records.
The ideal candidates should have:
• University degree preferably in communications or related field.
• Proven experience of minimum 3 years in Dissemination & Communication in European research and innovation funded projects.
• Excellent deliverable report writing and presentation skills in English and Greek.
• Experience in social media management, website editing and management, and event organisation.
• Experience in content production (brochures, flyers, factsheets, etc.).
• Ability and willingness to travel for project-related events to represent the project.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
What We Offer
• A competitive remuneration package based on the qualifications of the candidate.
• Opportunity to work with international teams and world-class research organisations.
Indicative start date: 1st of June 2026
Deadline for CVs: Friday 10th of April 2026
How to apply: Interested applicants should send their CVs to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. You don’t need to send a cover letter.
BEYOND is an equal opportunity employer.