Project Manager

About The Role

Glocal Roots is a non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting people on the move in Switzerland, Greece, and Turkey. Our mission is to break the cycle of dependency by fostering resilience and autonomy.

We are looking for a Project Manager to oversee and coordinate the day-to-day management, financial accountability and development of our community-based project in Kos.

The project consists of three main areas: Community Centre, Helpdesk and Free Shop.

The Project

Manager will be responsible for ensuring the smooth functioning of the project as a whole, including team coordination, financial management, daily operations, community engagement and partnerships. They will coordinate a small team of 4–5 volunteers and work closely with the wider organisation to ensure that the project is well-managed, accountable and responsive to the needs of the community.

Responsibilities include:

• Team & Volunteer Management
• Community Centre Management
• Free Shop
• Help Desk
• Partnerships & Community Engagement
• Financial Management & Accountability
• Accommodation & Operational Management

This is a highly hands-on and flexible role that requires someone who can work independently, manage resources responsibly, adapt quickly to changing circumstances and build strong relationships both within the team and with the local community.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in project management, project coordination or a similar role is an advantage
• Experience working with or coordinating volunteers or a small team.
• Experience in community-based, non-profit, humanitarian or social work is a strong advantage.
• Good organisational and administrative skills and the ability to manage different responsibilities independently.
• Confidence with budgets, expenses and basic financial administration.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and confidence working with people from different backgrounds.
• A good level of spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of languages spoken within our community is a significant advantage, particularly Greek and/or Arabic.
• Driving license.

We value practical skills, motivation and a willingness to learn just as much as formal qualifications or previous experience.

What We Offer

• Starting date: November (flexible)
• Full-time salaried role
• 12 month contract, extension possible (3 month probation period)
• Great development opportunities and responsibility in a challenging context
• Project management experience
• Practical experience in a refugee context

How to Apply

Interested candidates are asked to send a CV and cover letter to sara@glocalroots.org. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis. The application process will be closed when a suitable candidate has been found.