IVY Project Partner for the Interreg project "PROTECHMED"

SVI.MED. - EuroMediterranean Center for the Sustainable Development – ETS is looking for an IVY volunteer!

The volunteer will support the Interreg project “PROTECHMED - PROmoting innovative solutions for the TECHnological Transition of the MEDiterranean horticultural sector" , under the Programme Interreg NEXT MED .

The PROTECHMED project aligns with EU strategic priorities for sustainable agriculture by addressing systemic challenges in the Mediterranean greenhouse sector. It focuses on water management, climate adaptation, and integrating advanced technology to facilitate an ecological and digital transition.

At its core, PROTECHMED uses a participatory co-design methodology, actively engaging farmers, researchers, and businesses to develop and validate eco-innovative solutions. Activities include implementing smart technologies like digital monitoring and augmented reality to optimize the use of water, energy, and fertilizers. The project aims to create a transnationally replicable model of sustainable horticulture.

This will be achieved through demonstration greenhouses, field training, and knowledge exchange among partners from Italy, Greece, Tunisia, Turkey, Lebanon, and Malta.

The volunteer will be carrying out the following tasks and activities:

• actively contribute to the organization and facilitation of co-design workshops, meetings, and focus groups involving a range of stakeholders, including farmers, technicians, and researchers;

• be closely involved in the planning of the participation of next project meeting in Tunisia and of participation to COP 31 in Turkey (November 2026);

• support the project's communication and dissemination activities by creating and managing content aimed at promoting project outcomes through local and international channels.

Other information:

Financial support of: 31.76 euros per day (week-end and holidays included) .

Location: Ragusa, Italy.

Start and duration: September, for 6 months.

Languages*: Italian (C2), English (C1), French (A2).

*Please be aware that the languages mentioned are the minimum level of command required.

Deadline for applications: 20 August.

Website of the Interreg Project:  About - PRomoting innovative solutions for the TECHnological Transition of the MEDiterranean horticultural sector - Interreg NEXT MED

Website of the host:  Svi.Med . ETS – Sviluppo Mediterraneo