12813 - Project Manager

Lecce, Lecce, Italy

Full Time

Advanced Digital Innovation Center (ADIC)

Mid Level

CMCC Position cod. 12813
Project Manager
Deadline: February 13th, 2026

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness and management prowess can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field?

The Advanced Digital Innovation Center (ADIC) at the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC Foundation), located in Lecce, is looking for 1 talented and enthusiastic Project manager.

We are looking for a motivated and well-organized Project Manager who can manage multiple activities in parallel, keep track of deadlines, and ensure smooth project execution. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in an international, multidisciplinary environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with different stakeholders are essential, as is experience in supporting project administration, reporting, and pre-project activities.

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!

To learn more about this opportunity and submit your application, please refer to the following:

ROLE

The Project Manager will support the coordination and day-to-day management of funded projects, contributing to planning, implementation, monitoring of activities, and budget oversight. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams and project partners, supporting reporting, financial tracking, and administrative processes, and ensuring compliance with project timelines, contractual requirements, and donor regulations.
The mission of the role is to contribute to the overall success of projects across their full life cycle, providing support during both pre-award and post-award phases, from proposal development to execution. The Project Manager will work to ensure the timely delivery of work plans, sound financial management, accurate reporting, and successful audits, acting as a strategic and operational liaison across the Foundation to align project management practices with CMCC’s strategic objectives and maximize project impact, in line with internal guidelines and directives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Manager will support ADIC, with:

Planning, coordinating, and monitoring project activities to ensure timely achievement of milestones and deliverables
Managing project timelines, deadlines, and resources efficiently
Monitoring project budgets, tracking expenditures, and supporting financial reporting and compliance.
Identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks
Ensuring compliance with contractual, legal, and funding requirements
Preparing and contributing to management-related deliverables and reports
Coordinating with consortium partners, supporting communication and collaboration
Following up with donors and funding agencies on reporting, documentation, and requirements
Supporting the scientific team in pre-project activities, including proposal preparation and project design
Maintaining accurate project documentation and supporting internal project administration

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., project management, MBA, economics, political science, or similar).
Proven experience in project management, preferably with EU-funded or publicly funded projects.
Experience in financial management, including budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, and reporting and compliance support.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to anticipate and manage challenges.
Advanced knowledge of the English language (written and spoken).
Very good command of the Office suite and IT project management tools.

Desirable / Additional Assets

Experience with Horizon Europe or previous EU Framework Programmes
Familiarity with project management and financial reporting tools
Experience in research or academic environments
Experience in supporting pre-project activities, such as proposal preparation and budgeting
Knowledge of consortium management and donor relations
Knowledge in scientific disciplines

DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
The position will be based in Lecce at CMCC headquarters.
The appointment period will be of 12 months starting as soon as possible, renewable pending positive evaluation, with a gross annual salary range based on qualification and working experience and competitive with major research centres in Europe.
Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract.
Flexible working time as per internal policies.
Support during the immigration process, if needed.

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.

Applicants responding to this posting declare that they have read, understood and agreed to the “Official Rule for the CMCC Personnel recruitment".

We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year.

Apply for this position

Required*

First Name*

Last Name*

Email Address*

Phone*

Resume*

We've received your resume. Click here to update it.

Attach resume or Paste resume

Attach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or Paste resume

Paste your resume here or Attach resume file

Cover Letter*

Date of birth*

Gender*

Place of Birth (country)

Place of birth (city)

Citizenship*

Residence/Home address*

Current/Temporary address*

Authorized to work in the Country*

Note about authorized to work in the Country

Protected Category : (as per Law 68/1999)*

Level of education completed*

Year of completed education

Qualification obtained*

If PhD student, expected thesis submission date and expected thesis defense date

Professional experience level*

Professional experience into*

Current job position*

Public employee*

Notice Period*

Level of knowledge of English*

Knowledge of other languages*

Computer skills*

Any other skills or qualification ?

Are you enrolled in a professional register ?

Available to travel

Available to relocate

How did you find out about this job opportunity ?* People I know (for example a colleague or a friend)CMCC websiteJob FairOther website (please specify)Other (please specify)

Do you have any family members currently working for CMCC?* YESNO

Note about 'how did you find out about this job opportunity'

Reference Letter

Privacy policy
The data provided will be processed by the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change Foundation as the Data Controller, for purposes related to the evaluation of the application and the selection process. We kindly ask you to omit irrelevant data in relation to the submission of the application or, in any case, data that is not necessary for evaluating the candidate's profile. If you deem it appropriate to provide data belonging to special categories (e.g., health data, religious beliefs, union membership, etc.), we kindly ask you to provide a declaration of consent for the processing of such data in your cv.
Without such declaration or other legal basis for processing (e.g., if required in relation to the purposes of the Data Controller, you may indicate membership in protected categories), the data pertaining to special categories, if indicated in the curriculum vitae or any other document provided by you, will be immediately deleted and will not be considered for the selection process.
For all other information regarding the processing of personal data, please refer to the extended notice.* I have read and understood the privacy policy

Upload a signed copy of your CV*

Human Check*

Submit Application

Thanks for visiting our Career Page.Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.

12813 - Project Manager

Apply for this position

Thanks for visiting our Career Page.
Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.