Screen-printing Project Coordinator – Greece 8 views

Europe Cares is a young and growing humanitarian organization supporting people on the move and standing up for human rights at the European external borders. Our headquarters are based in Frankfurt, Germany.

On Lesvos, we operate the community center Paréa Lesvos located within walking distance from the CCAC (or Mavrovouni refugee camp). The center offers a safe space where camp residents can access a wide range of services and programs offered by Europe Cares, as well as our 9 partner organizations.

INKlusion is a three-year pilot social entrepreneurship project we are launching in April 2026. It provides professional screen-printing training and hands-on production experience to people on the move within a fully equipped workshop based in Paréa Lesvos. Beyond technical training, INKlusion fosters confidence, professional identity, and social cohesion, helping participants build pathways toward employment, inclusion, and long-term integration in Europe. The Screen-Printing Project Coordinator will play a central role in bringing this initiative to life.

Position Summary

The Screen-Printing Project Coordinator is responsible for setting up, developing and managing a screen printing workshop in Paréa Lesvos as part of INKlusion. The coordinator will supervise workshop operations, deliver training to people on the move, support participants in their education experience, and collaborate with Europe Cares’ communications teams to produce high-quality print outputs for our clients. They will be responsible for supervising the Trainee, a part-time staff member who will help deliver workshops and produce client orders. Finally, they will be in charge of promoting INKlusion, finding new clients, in collaboration with the central team of Europe Cares, and fostering the relationship with them.

The full-time role is based in Lesvos, Greece. The ideal starting date is February 2026, no later than early March 2026.

Your daily tasks may involve:

1. Program Set-Up & Development

• Lead and supervise the set-up of the screen-printing workshop on LesvosDevelop a curriculum tailored to different skill levels, prior experience, and participant availability
• Promote INKlusion among camp residents and recruit at least 15 participants per quarter, in collaboration with the EC local team on Lesvos
• Promote INKlusion among potential clients, partners, and collaborators

2. Training, Facilitation & Participant Support

• Plan and deliver structured screen-printing workshops for 15 participants of diverse ages, languages, and cultural backgrounds a quarter
• Work closely with cultural mediators and a part-time staff member to ensure inclusive facilitation
• Provide hands-on training, mentoring, and individual learning support
• Foster a safe, respectful, and empowering learning environment
• Develop partnerships with additional stakeholders for further development and training of the participants
• Uphold safeguarding, protection, and inclusion principles in all interactions

3. Workshop Operations & Technical Production

• Set up, operate, and maintain screen-printing equipment
• Prepare screens, expose designs, mix inks, manage color matching, and ensure consistent print quality
• Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance
• Organize materials, manage stock levels, and optimize production workflows
  Ensure safe and accessible use of all equipment and materials

4. Product Development & Creative Collaboration

• Collaborate with Europe Cares’ design and communications teams to prepare designs for print
• Contribute to product development for merchandise, awareness campaigns, and client projects

5. Client Relations, Sales & Promotion

• Promote INKlusion to potential clients and partners
• Build and maintain client relationships in collaboration with the Europe Cares central team
• Coordinate sales activities, particularly with Germany-based clients

6. Administration, Finance & Reporting

• Ensure adequate stock of printing materials and manage ordering processes
• Coordinate shipment of materials to Germany
• Ensure compliance with the project budget
• Report financial status to the Europe Cares central team and accountant
• Contribute to donor reporting in collaboration with the central team
• Report to the Executive Director of EC on the status and performance of the project, and jointly identify opportunities for improvement and growth

What we are looking for:

• Eligible to reside and work in the EU (as a small NGO, Europe Cares is unable to provide visa sponsorship or relocation assistance)
• Able to commit to at least 18 months, including a 6-month probation period, with the possibility of extension
• Able to provide a clean Criminal Record Check
• Willing and able to be based full-time on Lesvos
• Proven professional experience in screen printing, either as a trainer or working in a production workshop
• Demonstrated experience producing client orders and meeting quality standards and deadlines
• Experience in client relations, including communication, coordination, and follow-up
• Strong technical understanding of screen-printing workflows, machinery, materials, and troubleshooting
• Experience facilitating skill-based workshops or training sessions, ideally in intercultural, humanitarian, or community-based contexts
• Excellent attention to detail and strong commitment to high-quality outputs
• Experience working with people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds
• Previous experience in project coordination and/or people management is highly valued
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in community centers, NGOs, education, or informal learning environments is a strong asset
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Knowledge of additional relevant languages is an advantage, particularly Greek, Farsi, Arabic, Turkish, German
• High degree of integrity and strict adherence to the Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy
• Strong commitment to the values and mission of Europe Cares
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain effective under pressure
• High level of flexibility, adaptability, and growth-oriented mindset

Desirable (But Not Required)

• Experience with specialty inks, sustainable inks, or textile production
• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar design software
• Valid international driver’s license and confidence driving in Greece

What you get:

• Greek full-time employment contract, including 14 annual salaries and full social security coverage
• Monthly gross salary €1,510
• €100 monthly supermarket vouchers
• 30 paid annual leave days (equivalent to 1 week off every 8 weeks)
• Opportunity for role development and salary progression
• Ongoing support for the development of professional and technical skills
• Access to training in safeguarding, cultural awareness, and humanitarian work methodologies
• Opportunity to co-develop a pioneering social entrepreneurship initiative with social impact
• Regular team-building events and opportunities for connection
• A supportive, mission-driven team within a dynamic and international work environment
  Daily breakfast, lunch, snacks, and unlimited coffee
• Access to a wide network of partner organizations and local actors