Special Advisor on Communications to the Chief Scientist (12/RIF2026)

The Research and Innovation Foundation is recruiting one Special Advisor on Communications to the Chief Scientist (12/RIF2026) on a fixed-term contract, until 31 January 2028 or until the end of the term of the Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation and Technology of the Republic of Cyprus, whichever comes first.

Duties include creating and managing a multichannel communications strategy and communications identity; preparing and managing greetings, speeches, press releases, presentations and digital content; building relationships with media representatives; and managing communications crises. The role also involves overseeing the creation of digital, video, audio and print material; coordinating press releases, newsletters and social-media posts; monitoring communications performance and preparing reports; managing the Chief Scientist’s website content; and planning and coordinating events, seminars, interviews and greetings by the Chief Scientist.

Applicants must have at least 15 years of professional experience providing communications services, including communications strategy, public relations, communications-crisis management and media relations; a recognised diploma in Journalism or Communications, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised academic institution; a leaving certificate from a recognised secondary school or equivalent; and a certificate of clean criminal record. Very good Greek and English and excellent computer and internet skills are required, along with integrity, discretion, responsibility, initiative, administrative and organisational ability, adaptability, sound judgement, and effective cooperation and communication skills. Previous experience supporting state officials is an additional advantage. Gross monthly salary is €2,902, fixed for the contract term, with no general increases approved by legislation and no government-approved cost-of-living allowance; a 13th salary and provident fund are provided.