The Office of Institutional Advancement of the American Farm School is looking for a talented, motivated and creative individual to join its team as a Communications Assistant and Social Media Officer.

Job Description:
The Communications Assistant and Social Media Officer will work closely with the Communications team to support the American Farm School’s communications and digital presence. The role involves developing original content in Greek and English; creating and managing content for the American Farm School’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Flickr); creating and editing video content; assisting with website content; and supporting a range of communications and marketing activities, including newsletters, digital campaigns, marketing materials, publications, and other communications projects.

Responsibilities:

• Creating engaging text, image and video content;
• Creating, filming and editing video content for social media and other digital communications channels;
• Developing and adapting content for social media, newsletters, websites, marketing materials and other communications channels;
• Researching audience preferences and current trends;
• Designing posts and communication materials to sustain readers’ interest;
• Assisting with website updates and content management;
• Planning, setting up, monitoring and optimizing paid digital campaigns through Meta Ads Manager and other advertising platforms;
• Measuring web traffic, social media performance and campaign results;
• Staying up-to-date with changes in all social platforms ensuring maximum effectiveness;
• Monitoring online reviews and feedback from audiences;
• Developing an optimal posting schedule, considering web traffic and audience engagement metrics;
• Supporting email marketing and newsletter communications;
• Assisting with the development of marketing and promotional materials;
• Supporting communications campaigns, events, publications and other departmental projects;
• Communicating with industry professionals and influencers via social media to create a strong network.

Requirements and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, New Media or related fields or Bachelor’s Degree in any field accompanied by Certified Training in communications, new media & digital communications;
• 1 year of experience in communications, social media, digital marketing or a similar role;
• Excellent English and Greek language writing skills;
• Excellent knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn and other social media best practices;
• Demonstrated experience in creating and editing video content for social media and digital platforms;
• Experience with video editing software and content creation tools;
• Experience with Meta Ads Manager and paid social media campaigns;
• Familiarity with digital advertising platforms and online marketing strategies;
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access);
• Understanding of SEO and web traffic metrics;
• Basic knowledge of CMS;
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms;
• Experience with graphic design tools will be considered a plus;
• Knowledge of Google Ads and other digital advertising platforms will be considered a plus;
• Organizational ability and commitment to working as a team player.

Other:
Takes initiative and carries projects through to meet deadlines;
Exhibits commitment to the American Farm School’s mission and the goals of the Office of Institutional Advancement.

Please send your CV and a cover letter to the email hr@afs.edu.gr with the subject “Application for Communications Assistant and Social Media Officer” until October 09th, 2026. For more information, you may contact the HR Department, by telephone 2310 492706.§

Institutional Advancement Statement of Purpose
The Office of Institutional Advancement helps the American Farm School realize its vision by securing maximum philanthropic support and strengthening its reputation for distinction. The division is responsible for the integrated communications functions (electronic and print media) for the Institution. As a bi-national, nonprofit educational institution, the School communicates with its constituents in English and Greek.

Job description
The Development Officer, Corporate and Foundation Relations, works directly with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement to forward the department’s mission of generating philanthropic and community support for the School through its fundraising programs and public relations activities.  The Officer is actively engaged in working to establish long-term partnerships and strengthen existing relationships with the U.S. corporate and foundation sector as well as the Greek foundation sector.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify sources of support;
• Prepare and submit proposals for operating, capital and endowment gifts. Manage the annual cycle of submissions, reports and other required documentation;
• Manage other development writing projects, as assigned, from inception through delivery;
• Meet with Foundations as needed;
• Interface with AFS department heads and senior academic and research staff for proposal writing and relationship-based fundraising across the Institution;
• Collaborate with other members of the School’s Advancement team as well as other AFS staff
• Research resources for foundation and corporate fundraising (including Target Analytics,Foundation Center, Guidestar, etc);
• In collaboration with the Communications team develop compelling and succinct materials that inspire philanthropic support for the School;
• Proactively seek opportunities to generate new funding proposals based on guidelines and interests and help to maintain communication ties with corporate and foundation donors and prospects.

Qualifications and Characteristics

• University studies
• Excellent and demonstrated written and oral communication skills in English and Greek
• Advanced skills using Microsoft Office and intermediate to advanced skills using AI applications
• Prior experience in development and fundraising work
• Experience with fundraising software (Raiser’s Edge) preferred
• Familiarity with online and print resources for biographical and contact information research
• Self-motivated, self-disciplined and capacity to work independently
• Consistently positive attitude and strong teamwork ethic
• Accuracy and exemplary attention to detail
• Discretion to observe confidentiality guidelines established by the School
• Outstanding project management and organizational skills

Please send your CV and a cover letter to the email hr@afs.edu.gr with the subject “Application for Development Officer, Corporate and Foundation Relations” until October 06th, 2026.  For more information, you may contact the HR Department, by telephone 2310 492706.

Αποστολή θέσης εργασίας: Απασχόληση σύμφωνα με το καθημερινό πρόγραμμα εργασιών στο Εκπαιδευτικό Πτηνοτροφείο (ενδεικτικά: τάισμα, έλεγχος πτηνών, συλλογή και συσκευασία αυγών, καθαρισμοί – συντήρηση εγκαταστάσεων & εξοπλισμού).

Απαραίτητα προσόντα:

• Απολυτήριο Λυκείου ή ΕΠΑΛ ή Εμπειροτέχνης (*Στην περίπτωση του εμπειροτέχνη, θα πρέπει να διαθέτει σχετική εργασιακή εμπειρία)
• Εκπληρωμένες στρατιωτικές υποχρεώσεις
• Παρατηρητικότητα, προσοχή στη λεπτομέρεια, ακριβή εκτέλεση οδηγιών, ικανότητα για επίλυση προβλημάτων, προσαρμοστικότητα στις αλλαγές, εργατικότητα, συνέπεια, επικοινωνία και συνεργασία.

Θα συνεκτιμηθούν:

• Άδεια οδήγησης γεωργικού ελκυστήρα
• Γνώσεις διαχείρισης ζωικού κεφαλαίου
• Δεξιότητες χειρισμού μηχανημάτων και πραγματοποίησης μικρο-επισκευών εξοπλισμού
• Γνώση Αγγλικής γλώσσας και χρήσης Η/Υ

Οι υποψήφιοι θα πρέπει να αποστείλουν το βιογραφικό τους σημείωμα μόνο ηλεκτρονικά στη διεύθυνση: hr@afs.edu.gr. Το e-mail θα πρέπει να έχει θέμα: Αίτηση για απασχόληση στο Εκπαιδευτικό Πτηνοτροφείο. Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες, μπορείτε να επικοινωνείτε με το Τμήμα Ανθρώπινου Δυναμικού,  τηλ.: 2310 492706.

FALL 2026 – SPRING 2027

Perrotis College invites applicants for a part-time faculty position in the Sustainable Agriculture & Management program during the 2026-2027 academic year.
Perrotis College offers B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in the fields of Sustainable Agriculture and Management, Business Studies, Food Science & Technology and Environmental Science. The approach of the College is strongly interdisciplinary, while its pedagogical methodology is both research oriented and practical, giving students the opportunity to engage in learning-by-doing projects.  Perrotis College is accredited by the New England Council of Higher Education (US) and its programs are also validated by Cardiff Metropolitan University (UK).

Position Description and Responsibilities:

Adjunct Lecturer

The successful applicant will serve as part-time lecturer during the fall 2026 and/or spring 2027. They will teach one course per semester requiring 4 contact hours and 1 office hour per week and will be encouraged to participate in Perrotis College sponsored research and supervise student research projects.
Successful applicants must have a background documenting their ability to teach one or more of the following courses:

Fall 2026

• Principles of Plant Pathology
• Principles of Microbiology and Chemistry

Spring 2027

• Fruit Tree Production
• Viticulture
• Introduction To Livestock Science
• Greenhouse Technology And Hydroponics

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Ph.D. degree in the field of expertise
• Proficiency level of spoken and written English (teaching will take place in English)
• University level teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to design and lead research projects connected to his/her subject area
• Documented industrial experience
• Strong motivation and willingness to contribute to the department needs
• Studies or work experience in the USA
• Familiarity with the US or UK educational systems

Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Application Materials and Contact
Applicants should submit: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a personal statement of teaching philosophy and interests and contact information of three professional references electronically in a PDF format to: Ms. Maria Kostouda, Administrative Officer, Perrotis College by email at mkosto@afs.edu.gr. Please state in your letter the specific courses you are interested to teach.

Perrotis College invites applicants for part-time faculty positions, serving the Food Science and Technology program in the 2026-2027 academic year.

Perrotis College offers B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in the fields of Sustainable Agriculture and Management, Business Studies, Food Science & Technology and Environmental Science. The approach of the College is strongly interdisciplinary, while its pedagogical methodology is both research oriented and practical, giving students the opportunity to engage in learning-by-doing projects.  Perrotis College is accredited by the New England Council of Higher Education (US) and its programs are also validated by Cardiff Metropolitan University (UK).

Position Description and Responsibilities:

The successful applicants will serve as part-time lecturers during the fall 2026. Each course requires 4 contact hours and 1 office hour per week, in addition to the timely submission of course related administration in conjunction with the Perrotis College Registrar. On appointment, adjunct lecturers are encouraged to participate in Perrotis College sponsored research and supervise student research projects.

Successful applicants must have a background documenting their ability to teach one or two the following courses:

Fall 2026

• Nutrition
• Contemporary Nutrition
• Specialized Nutrition

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Ph.D. degree within the related disciplines and with expertise in the associated courses outlined above
• Proficiency level of spoken and written English (teaching will take place in English)
• University level teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to design and lead research projects connected to the lecturer’s subject area
• Documented industrial experience
• Strong motivation and willingness to contribute to the department needs
• Studies or work experience in the USA
• Familiarity with the US or UK educational systems

Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Application Materials and Contact

Applicants should submit: a letter of interest, their CV, a personal statement of teaching philosophy and interests and contact information of three professional references electronically in a PDF format to: Ms. Maria Kostouda, Administrative Officer, Perrotis College by email to:mkosto@afs.edu.gr. Please state in your letter the specific courses you are interested to teach.

Building on the long educational tradition of the American Farm School in Thessaloniki and its parent institution Iowa State University in USA, the AFS University of Science & Technology, AFSU – U.L.E. – accredited under the framework of Law 5094/2024 (Government Gazette Issue B’ 4704/29.7.2026) – aims to provide high-quality, English-language education in fields related to agriculture, food systems, life sciences, and agribusiness. Through a combination of disciplinary mastery, applied research, experiential learning and use of emerging technologies including AI, AFSU – U.L.E. will prepare students to address global challenges in sustainable agriculture, food production, and innovation in the agri-food sector.

Schools and Programs: (subject to approval by the Greek State)

School of Agriculture & Natural Resources (BSc Horticulture)
School of Sciences (BSc Food Science)
School of Business and Economics (BSc Agricultural Business)

Each of the Departments invite expressions of interest for full time and part time faculty positions of all academic ranks –Assistant/ Associate/ Full Professor- with a strong academic and professional background in corresponding field, with expertise in academic research, and applied field experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and deliver courses in the relevant field.
• Contribute to the development of innovative teaching and learning methods.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student dissertations and theses.
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, departmental administration, and service to the institution (may vary depending on the rank and type of contract).
• Provide student advising.
• Plan and conduct independent research.  Develop and maintain a strong, independent research program with publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and participation in conferences.
• Engage external stakeholders and international collaborators. Secure external research funding (national & international).
• Participate in departmental, faculty, university and extension service; collaborate with industry, associations, government bodies, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Advise/consult farmers, food producers and related professionals on best practices.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• PhD in related fields.
• Evidence of effective teaching ability in English and interest in pedagogy.
• Experience in supervision of student theses and dissertations.
• Good command of Greek and English language (spoken and written).
• Excellent digital skills (Office Suite, Learning Management Systems e.g. Moodle).
• Relative scientific background and professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and conducting field and/or lab experiments, where applicable.
• Demonstrated excellence in research (publications, grants) and, for higher ranks, leadership in the field in the form of supervised doctoral and/or postdoctoral research and research group leadership.
• Possess an established research network within Greece and abroad.
• Proven ability to build partnerships between academia and industry.
• Strong work ethic, professional integrity and a collaborative work style.
• Analytical skills, communication, mentoring & advising, adaptability.
• Academic or professional experience in the United States or in American institutions worldwide, and/or familiarity with the US higher education systems will be favorably assessed.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive remuneration for both full-time and part time faculty[1]
• Professional development opportunities
• Participation in wellness programs

Applicants should submit: 1. their CV, 2. a personal statement of teaching philosophy and interests and 3 contact information of three professional references, stating the field for which they would like to apply (they will be contacted at a later stage in the process in agreement with the candidate), electronically in a PDF format by email to: hr@afs.edu.gr.

Please note that all applications will be handled with absolute confidentiality.

[1] Specific terms will be communicated only at the contract negotiation stage, subject to licensing.