One (1) Information Technology Special Adviser Position (10/RIF2026)

The Research and Innovation Foundation is inviting applications for one Information Technology Special Adviser position (10/RIF2026), on a fixed-term contract of five (5) years with a right of renewal. Duties include designing, developing and monitoring digital-transformation projects and managing related technology infrastructure; preparing progress reports, project reports and control plans; operating and supporting the Foundation’s information systems, including systems for managing funding programmes and projects; coordinating data transfers and ensuring data consistency and security; managing crises and restoring systems after technical failures or threats; making documented recommendations on IT, data security and cybersecurity; coordinating with department heads, external partners, suppliers and competent authorities; preparing technical specifications, system and application development or upgrade plans, work programmes, manuals and user instructions; participating in evaluation teams; maintaining IT manuals and process records; training staff; guiding and supervising the IT team; and carrying out other duties assigned.

Applicants must have a university degree or equivalent qualification in at least one of Information Technology, Electronic Engineering, Computer Networks, Data Communications, Network Technology or Computer Technology, or a combination of these; be registered with the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK) in Electronic Engineering, including Information Engineering or Information Technology Engineering; and have at least five years’ proven experience in a responsible position related to the management and/or development and implementation of information systems and/or digital services and/or the operation and maintenance of information systems. Applicants must also have communication and teamwork skills, problem-solving and goal-achievement abilities, very good knowledge of Greek and English, integrity, discretion, organisational and administrative ability, initiative, responsibility and sound judgment. Additional qualifications include experience in network management and cybersecurity, infrastructure security, data-protection policies and related risks, IT project and supplier-relationship management, public procurement procedures, and professional certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP or equivalent, Microsoft 365, ISO 27001 or ITIL.