Project Officer – EdTech

Project Officer – EdTech

Ljubljana, Brussels, Malta or remote within Europe

Application deadline: October 16, 2026

The Knowledge Innovation Centre (KIC) is a consultancy working at the intersection of education, technology and policy. We bring together experts and organisations across Europe to conduct research, develop innovative solutions and shape approaches to learning and knowledge exchange.

We are looking for a project officer in EdTech to support our European projects on digital learning, artificial intelligence and educational technology.

The role

You will help shape practical approaches to educational technology by bringing together technical expertise, research and policy perspectives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Convening expert groups, consultations and workshops; synthesising evidence and stakeholder input to develop shared recommendations, specifications and standards.

• Translating educational and policy needs into clear requirements for digital tools and services.

• Coordinating activities with partners and technical teams across countries.

• Conducting research and analysis on educational technology, AI and digital learning.

• Contributing to wider European project delivery, including funding proposals and communication materials.

What you bring

• A degree at bachelor’s level or above, or equivalent relevant experience, in educational technology, information systems, education, computer science or a related field.

• Relevant project or research experience in educational technology, digital learning or the deployment of information systems in education.

• A sound understanding of AI’s capabilities, limitations and implications for education, with experience using AI tools critically and responsibly in research or project work.

• The ability to collaborate effectively with researchers, policymakers, educators and software developers.

• Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing tasks, meet deadlines and work independently in a remote team.

• Full professional fluency in English and basic knowledge of at least two other European languages.

Desirable experience and knowledge

• Convening expert groups or facilitating consensus on recommendations, technical specifications or standards.

• Familiarity with technical standards used in education, such as those supporting digital credentials, learning data or interoperability, or with the organisations and stakeholder networks that develop and implement them.

• Technical knowledge of software development, data models