The Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth (MESY) announces that, in accordance with the provisions of the Regulation of the Employment of Employees of Indefinite and Fixed-term Employees in the Public Service Law of 2016 [L.70(I)/2016 (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE LAW), APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED FOR THE EMPLOYMENT OF THREE (3) FIXED-TERM EMPLOYEES, AT THE PEDAGOGICAL INSTITUTE (PI), FOR THE EXECUTION OF A REGULAR PROJECT.
The need for employment relates to the implementation of the European project "Cyprus Internet Safety Centre - CYberSafety IV".
The need for employment relates to the implementation of the European project "Cyprus Internet Safety Centre - CYberSafety IV". The project is co-funded by the European Commission under "Enhancing trust in digital transformation under the Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL)". Interested parties can find more information about the project on the website https:/cybersafety.cy/
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(1) Qualifications required
i. University diploma or degree or equivalent qualification allowing appointment to the Public Education Service or Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Bachelor's degree in Sociology or Bachelor's degree in Communication and Internet Studies. (Note: The term "university degree or qualification" includes a postgraduate degree or qualification)
ii. Recent experience of at least six (6) months (a certificate is required) in at least one (1) of the following areas:
- Teaching experience in adult education
- Teaching students
- Research experience
iii. Very good knowledge of Greek and English (as defined by the criteria of the Civil Service Commission, see. Notes).
iv. Not having been convicted of any prison sentence for a felony or a crime of dishonor or moral turpitude.
v. Integrity of character, administrative and organizational ability, responsibility, initiative and cheerfulness.
[2] Additional qualifications
i. A Master's degree (at least at Master's level) in Education Sciences or Educational Technology or the Use of Digital Technologies in Education or Computer Science or Communication Studies or Internet Studies or Multimedia Studies or Psychology or Sociology or Counselling.
ii. Doctoral degree in Education Sciences or Educational Technology or Utilisation of Digital Technologies in Education or Computer Science or Communication Studies or Internet Studies or Multimedia Studies or Psychology or Sociology or Counselling.
iii. Recent experience in Helpline and/or Complaint Hotline services that provide counseling or psychological or technological support and assistance to children or adolescents or teachers or parents (e.g. Helpline & Complaint Hotline 1480, Perseus Hotline 1456, etc.)
iv. Development and writing of educational and/or training material on issues of safe use and creative use of online technologies (e.g. online bullying, long hours online, online seduction, social media, child sexual exploitation and child abuse, inappropriate content, misinformation, computer games, media literacy, etc.etc.)
v. Recent teaching experience (teaching courses or seminars or workshops or lectures to students or teachers or parents) on the safe use and creative use of online technologies
vi. Recent experience in managing or participating in the implementation team of a European project (e.g. Erasmus+, Structural Funds, etc.)
vii. Recent experience in managing or participating in the implementation team of more than one European project (each lasting at least six months).
(3) Duties and Responsibilities
The responsibilities and tasks to be performed by the recruited individuals will be those related to the implementation, promotion and management of the actions of the European project Cyprus CYberSafety Centre CYberSafety IV as well as the directly related thematic areas and actions of PI/YPAN and the National Strategy for a better internet for children in Cyprus including the following:
i. CYberSafety Cyprus Helpline and Complaints Line 1480, CYberSafety Centre (via telephone line, online form, live chat, email communication, etc.).
ii. Training/education (experiential workshops, seminars, lectures, presentations, etc.), both in person and at a distance, for groups of teachers, parents and students at all levels of education.
iii. Development and dissemination of support, training and information material.
iv. Organisation of seminars, conferences, workshops, competitions and information/awareness-raising campaigns.
v. Updating, managing and promoting the relevant project websites (and the corresponding Social Media pages).
vi. Management and coordination of the project, including the handling of relevant correspondence and communication with the project partners and relevant bodies in Cyprus and abroad as well as the preparation and submission of Technical and Financial Reports.
vii. Conducting research, data analysis and preparation of results report and recommendations.
viii. Participation in coordination and/or training meetings in Cyprus and abroad.
viii. Participation in coordination and/or training meetings in Cyprus and abroad.
(4) Criteria for the Evaluation and Marking of Candidates (who meet the Required Qualifications) as determined by the Evaluation Committee
| Additional Qualifications | Units (0-20) | Remarks |
| I. Master's degree (at least at Master's level) in Education Sciences or Educational Technology or the Use of Digital Technologies in Education or Computer Science or Communication Studies or Internet Studies or Multimedia Studies or Psychology or Sociology or Counselling. | 0-2 |
Data to be submitted: submit a copy of the degree(s). |
| II. Doctoral degree in Education Sciences or Educational Technology or the Use of Digital Technologies in Education or Computer Science or Communication Studies or Internet Studies or Multimedia Studies or Psychology or Sociology or Counselling. | 0-3 |
Data to be submitted: submit a copy of the degree(s). |
| [TD] III. Recent experience in relevant Helpline and/or Complaint Hotline services that provide counseling or psychological or technological support and assistance to children or adolescents or teachers or parents. |
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[/TD] [TD]- Experience equal to or greater than one (≥1) year: 1
- Experience equal to or greater than two (≥2) years: 2
- Experience equal to or more than three (≥3) years: 3
- Experience equal to or more than four (≥4) years: 4
Submission of data: Submit a certificate of experience of the applicant/applicant from the coordinator/coordinator of the Line or other competent body with reference to the role of the applicant/applicant and the services offered by the Line.
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IV. Development and writing of educational and/or training material on the safe use and creative use of online technologies.
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[/TD] [TD]- One author/publication: 1
- Two authors/publications: 2
- More than two authors/publications: 3
Submission of data: Submit a hard copy of the material in hard copy or electronic reference and access to it via an electronic link, in which the applicant's role as author/co-author is evident.
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V. Recent teaching experience (teaching courses or seminars or workshops or lectures to students or teachers or parents) on the safe use and creative use of online technologies.
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[/TD] [TD]- Experience equal to or more than one (≥1) year: 1
- Experience equal to or more than two (≥2) years: 2
- Experience equal to or more than three (≥3) years: 3
Submit data: Submit a certificate/certification (or other relevant references) from the project/programme coordinator or other relevant body, indicating the applicant's role and teaching experience in the subjects in question and the audience to which it related.
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VI. Recent experience in managing or participating in the implementation team of a European project e.g. Erasmus+, Structural Funds, etc.
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[/TD] [TD]- Management or participation in the implementation team of a European project for up to 1 year: 1
- Management or participation in the implementation team of a European project for up to 2 years: 2
- Management or participation in the implementation team of a European project for up to 3 years: 3
Submit data: A certificate of participation of the applicant(s) from the project coordinator(s) or other competent body (with reference to the role of the applicant(s)), as well as the project(s) details (title, time period -from- to-, funding framework, total budget, project coordinator at project and country level, project website or reference to other relevant information material) must be submitted.
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TR] [TD]VII. Recent experience in managing or participating in the implementation team of more than one European project (with a minimum duration of six months for each).
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[/TD] [TD]- Managing or participating in two European projects: 1
- Managing or participating in more than two European projects: 2
Submission of data: A certificate of participation of the applicant(s) from the project coordinator(s) or other competent body (with reference to the role of the applicant(s)) as well as the project(s) details (title, time period -from- to-, funding framework, total budget, project coordinator at project and country level, project website or reference to other relevant information material) must be submitted.
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Notes:
1) The basic fee will be at the initial step of Scale A8, reduced by 10% in accordance with the Budget Law. This will be in addition to any approved increase and the wage rate applicable during the period of employment.
2) Recent experience means experience gained within the last seven (7) years.
2) Recent experience means experience gained within the last seven (7) years.
3) The possession of only one Master's or Doctoral degree will be given credit, irrespective of whether the candidate holds more than one.
4) The first three (3) candidates with the highest marks will be selected.
5) In case of a tie then a draw will be made between the tied candidates.
5) In case of a tie then a draw will be made between the tied candidates. The draw will be made by the three-member Evaluation Committee in the presence of the candidates.
6) Language proficiency levels will be demonstrated in accordance with the acceptable evidence established by the Civil Service Commission as detailed on page
Civil Service Commission | Evidence of Language Proficiency
7) In view of the judgment of the Supreme Court in Revision Appeal 60/2011, candidates will be required to provide evidence of language proficiency at the required level either through acceptable evidence or through tests by the closing date for applications.
8) The duties of the posts may involve working outside normal Civil Service working hours, but the total number of hours worked will not exceed the specified number of hours per week. Note that the services of the 1480 Helpline and Complaint Line are provided: Monday to Friday, 09:00-13:00 & 15:00-18:00 and Saturday, 10:00-13:00. The PI/HRC may modify the hours and days depending on the needs.
9) The applicant should submit along with his/her application form all necessary certificates/certifications/evidence as proof of his/her application qualifications.
9) The applicant should submit along with his/her application form all necessary certificates/certifications/evidence as proof of his/her application qualifications. The original supporting documents/evidence should be presented in case they are requested for verification.
10) In case of non-receipt of the necessary certificates/evidence for the qualifications/items declared in the online and/or paper application, the applicant will be considered as not possessing the relevant required qualification or qualification that will be an evaluation criterion and hence the qualification, will not be taken into consideration and will not be evaluated.
11) Persons recruited will be invited to sign a private fixed-term employment contract for as long as necessary for the completion of the project. The contract shall be automatically terminated in compliance with the Termination of Employment Act in the event that the work for which they are hired to perform ceases to exist prior to the completion of the project.
12) The period of employment of the two (2) temporary employees shall be for a period of time until the completion of the project, i.e. until September 30, 2024.
13) The period of employment of one (1) fixed-term employee will be for a period of up to two additional months after the end of the project implementation period, i.e. until November 30, 2024, for the purpose of preparing the Project Completion Report (Technical and Financial Report), as required by the Grant Agreement.
14) Upon termination of employment, the employment of fixed-term personnel shall be automatically terminated without payment of compensation or compliance with any other wording. It is noted that the position is not renewable and does not in any way constitute prior service or a prerequisite for any advertisement for a permanent position.
Application submission:
- Applicants must submit their application in two parts, as follows:
i. Interested parties must fill in the online application form "Application for Employment of Temporary Employees in the Public Service for the purposes of the European project CYberSafety IV", which is posted on the website of the Cyprus Pedagogical Institute (www.pi.ac.cy). The application must be duly completed, accurately include all the information requested and be accompanied by all necessary certificates or other supporting documents.
ii. Interested parties should print out their completed online Application Form "Application for Employment of Temporary Employees in the Public Service for the purposes of the European CYberSafety IV Project", sign it and attach it together with the necessary certificates/certificates/evidence, must submit it in a sealed envelope in person or send it by courier service to the Secretariat of the Cyprus Pedagogical Institute, 40 Makedonia Avenue, 2238 Latsia, Nicosia, Nicosia, between the hours of 08:30-14:30. The external envelope should be marked "Application for Employment of Temporary Employees for the purposes of the European project CYberSafety IV"
- The last date for receipt of applications in electronic form is Friday 3 February 2023, at 14:30.
- The last date for receipt of paper applications is Friday 3 February 2023, 14:30 (date and time of postmark or courier company stamp).
- Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
- Applications that are not submitted as described above (in two parts: electronic and paper) will be rejected and will not be considered.
- Applications which are not fully and correctly completed, signed and accompanied by all the necessary supporting documents will be rejected and will not be examined.
For further information, please contact the persons listed below:
- Christina Papasolomontos (phone 22402381, email papasolomontos.chr@cyearn.pi.ac.cy)
- Michael Magos (phone 22402351, email address magos.m@cyearn.pi.ac.cy)
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