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Location: SKILLS FACTORY, Samos, GR

Type: Managing Position (Long-Term)

Start: 1st of December 2025

Co-Project Manager (Social work and Administration)

selfm.aid is a Swiss–Greek non-profit dedicated to tackling humanitarian challenges and fostering social inclusion.

Through our flagship project, the SKILLS FACTORY on Samos (GR), we create opportunities for learning, skill-building, and meaningful engagement – empowering both the displaced community and our volunteers. In the SKILLS FACTORY, artisans and makers from around the world share their expertise, exchange ideas, and craft essential goods – blending creativity, skills, collaboration, and purpose.

Role Overview:

The Co-Project Manager with Focus on Social Work and Administration holds the overall responsibility for Administration, M&E, Reporting, Representation, and leadership of the project. 

Key Responsibilities:

    • Co-lead the strategic planning, execution, coordination, and oversight of the SKILLS FACTORY activities on Samos. 
    • Provide guidance, support, and empowerment to department coordinators and facilitators. 
    • Create an environment where every person feels empowered to reach their full potential. 
    • Lead team meetings and recruit, introduce, and mentor a team of up to 4 coordinators. 
    • Oversee the project’s administration, finance/accounting, reporting, outreach, and communications (including social media). 
    • HR responsibility for the coordination team of the SKILLS FACTORY, including regular check-ins with the team on the ground. 
    • Report directly to the director. 
    • Represent SKILLS FACTORY to external stakeholders, sponsors, and partners  

Requirements:

  • Experience in the humanitarian field or social work.  

  • Previous experience in team leadership, with the ability to motivate, delegate, and take responsibility.  

  • Fluent in English. Knowledge of other languages, especially Greek, French, Farsi, Arabic, or German (for accounting and fundraising efforts through registration in Switzerland) are an asset.  

  • Experience in administration, HR, or coordination in a humanitarian context.  

  • Computer literacy and confidence with office work.  

  • Motivated, well-structured, precise, organised, creative, clear communicator, flexible, and reliable.  

  • Ability to remain calm, friendly, and solution-oriented even in stressful situations.  

  • Emotionally resilient/mentally stable and able to handle challenging situations while maintaining healthy boundaries.  

  • Person-centered, participatory, and resource-oriented approach to work.  

  • Open to learning from colleagues and fostering a strong team spirit.

  • Alignment with our values, philosophy, and vision.  

  • In possession of a valid visa or residency to live and work in Greece.  

What we offer:

  • netWork and learn alongside a diverse, highly skilled team of crafts(wo)men from around the world.
  • Gain hands-on experience within a dynamic and growing humanitarian NGO.
  • Be part of a respectful, empowering, and person-centred culture, where every voice matters.
  • Receive comprehensive onboarding and continuous support during your time on Samos.
  • Monthly salary: €1,050 net.
  • Two weeks of paid leave after every three months of service.
  • Regular self-care and debriefing sessions to support your well-being.
  • Valuable learning and leadership experience within a grassroots humanitarian project.
  • Build a strong professional network and references in the humanitarian and social fields.
  • The opportunity to make a lasting impact while developing personally and professionally.

Interested?

Apply now: info@selfm-aid.ch

We are looking forward meeting you!

«Because craftsmanship builds bridges between people, languages and cultures.»