Project Manager for Arctic Hub

WE ARE LOOKING FOR THIS POSITION We are seeking an engaged project manager who will help strengthen the role of research in society and develop collaboration between research, authorities, education, business, and citizens in Greenland.

About the position

As a project manager at Arctic Hub, you will have the opportunity to work closely on some of the most important research and societal agendas in the Arctic and contribute to developing collaborations between local, national, and international actors. At Arctic Hub, we collaborate with everyone from individual researchers and engaged citizens to international research institutions.

Your tasks will include:

• Development, initiation, and implementation of projects and events that strengthen collaboration between research, education, administration, business, and the public.
• Independent responsibility for project management from idea to implementation and reporting, including Arctic Hubs activities under the EU program Green Growth.
• Internal and external coordination of administrative tasks as well as preparation of material for the secretariat leader and the board.
• Representation of Arctic Hub at relevant conferences, networks, and meetings – both in and outside of Greenland.
• Contribute to fundraising and the development of new financing opportunities

Travel activity in Greenland and abroad can be expected as agreed.

You will report to the head of the secretariat and become part of a small, dedicated team.

Your qualifications

You do not need to meet all the points below, but we expect that you can see yourself in most of them:

• relevant academic education – but curiosity and the right experience can also take you far
• thrives in a dynamic everyday life with very varied tasks – from desk work to representation in Greenland, Denmark, and internationally
• has experience with project work and/or project management
• has good communication skills in Greenlandic, Danish, and English
• has knowledge of Arctic research as well as the social and political conditions in Greenland – or a desire to learn about it

We are looking for you who:

• is committed and proactive
• is structured, process-oriented, and thrives on diverse tasks
• is creative, curious, and motivated by learning new things
• see yourself as a team player who takes responsibility – even when you work independently
• is good at building and maintaining relationships
• has technical understanding and flair for digital tools (in addition to the Office suite, we use Asana, Canva, Podio, and WordPress)

Arctic Hub is a hub for Arctic research with a special focus on Greenland. Greenland and Denmark have jointly established the secretariat in Nuuk, and the ambitions for Arctic Hub are many and high. In the secretariat, we work to strengthen the connection between research and society and create value through dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. You can read more about Arctic Hub at www.arctichub.gl.

The office is located in the most beautiful surroundings in Pikialaarfik by Pinngortitaleriffik. Here we can offer you a spacious and flexible workplace with good coffee, one of the city's best lunch arrangements, and a strong sense of community. Your future colleagues are happy with a dynamic, versatile, and meaningful job with great opportunities for professional development and responsibility.

Salary and employment conditions

Salary and employment conditions, including the right to relocation and moving expenses, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement in force at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

For an applicant with the right documentable competencies, employment as a special consultant, chief consultant, or senior advisor can occur in accordance with the applicable collective agreement.

Housing

No staff housing is provided for the position. If an applicant already has staff housing through employment in the Self-Government, the right to the assigned staff housing is retained. The staff housing is linked to the employment relationship and must be vacated upon termination of the employment relationship.

Submit your application, CV, educational and course certificates, as well as other relevant documents by clicking "Send application."

We do not accept applications via email.

Application process

• Application deadline: August 1, 2026
• Employment type: Full-time
• Employment type: Collective agreement terms
• Desired start date: The position is to be filled as soon as possible by agreement.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply – regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background.

If you are curious about the position, you are very welcome to contact us for an informal conversation. Contact the head of the secretariat, Avijâja Rosing-Olsen, by email: avijaja@arctichub.gl or phone +299 361284.