Project Manager (Digital infrastructure / Research IT focus)

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• Academic degree - Master's in management, business administration, information systems, data science, IT or social sciences and humanities (or equivalent academic qualification).

• Relevant professional qualifications with a minimum of three years of experience in Project Management or participation in the implementation of EC Framework Programmes or other funding programmes or equivalent.

• Alternatively, experience in collaborating on projects involving digital services, research IT, or data platforms.

• Able to prioritise in long-term planning.

• Experience in coordination and communication across partners from different organisations and countries.

• Excellent communication skills in English and the ability to adapt messages to fit the needs of a variety of audiences.

• Sensitivity to privacy and confidentiality issues, application of GDPR rules.

• Willingness to travel when required.

Arbeidsoppgaver

The Project Manager supports the Head of Project Management in all stages of the successful administration and management of EC and other grants. He/she ensures effective administration and implementation of an allocated portfolio of contracted EC projects or other types of contracts. He/She also contributes to the alignment of technical project deliverables with CESSDA's strategic objectives and technical roadmap supporting Open Science and FAIR. The Project Manager represents CESSDA in diverse project meetings and contributes to its reputation and visibility.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development of an international research infrastructure at the intersection of social science and digital research infrastructure. A solid understanding of digital infrastructures, data services or IT-based research environments is highly desirable to navigate and participate in technology-related tasks effectively.

Coordinate the implementation of projects' tasks assigned to CESSDA team members of all divisions:

• Monitor and review project plans, resources, deliverables, goals and milestones.

• Perform risk management and propose contingency measures and adaptations to achieve project goals.

• Contribute to tasks and work packages allocated to: Draft deliverables, plans, and financial and technical reports as needed.

• Support the acquisition of projects and the proposal submission process.

• Represent the CESSDA MO in project meetings.

• Contribute to CESSDA's visibility through outreach activities for different audiences.

• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Contribute to tasks related to CESSDA internal funding processes:

• Contribute to CESSDA work plans or other contracts by supporting the implementation of processes, supporting Service Providers with guidelines and reporting, and other administrative activities.

• Other duties within the scope of the contracted projects' implementation.

• Good knowledge and understanding of EC procedures and project design/management methodologies is a strong asset.

• Ability to bridge communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Familiarity with IT concepts relevant to research infrastructures (e.g., metadata standards, data repositories, APIs, or distributed data access) is a strong asset.

• Critical and analytical skills

• Ownership and result-oriented

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently

• Team player

• Adaptability

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• Exposure to an international environment and the opportunity to make one's mark and contribute to the shaping of the ERA and European Research Infrastructure landscape in the domain of digitised Social Sciences.

• Salary in line with similar roles in the public sector in Norway; final salary dependent upon the work experience of the successful candidate.

• Opportunity to work closely with IT systems and standards that underpin European research data services in the context of EC and internally funded projects.

• Exposed to a broad network in the consortium around Europe;

• Being part of an experienced EU project coordination team;

• Opportunity for developing professional skills;

• Private Health insurance.

• AFP (early retirement) Premium pension scheme.

• Friendly working environment and the chance to contribute to projects of positive societal impact.

• The central location of the Office regarding the Bergen city centre and airport.

At CESSDA ERIC, we are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We value diversity in backgrounds and experiences. This is reflected in our largely diverse and inclusive community of partners and employees. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, culture, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.