Overview

X Border Support4Games is a cross-border collaboration project funded by Interreg Aurora. The project’s overall goal is to strengthen the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the gaming industry by improving innovation processes, promoting product development, and supporting entrepreneurial capacity. Through this, the project aims to contribute to a more sustainable gaming industry, strengthen the regional ecosystem, and establish a cross-border game accelerator within the programme area.

The project is now looking for 1-2 project specialists, part-time.

Responsibilities include:
– Community building to enable self-publishing for indie game developers
– Communication initiatives to foster a game culture and strengthen local and regional game development communities, enhancing understanding of the gaming industry in the region
– Organising events i.e. game testing sessions, game jams, and masterclasses

We are looking for you who has:
– Relevant higher education degree or equivalent
– Experience in the gaming industry, with a understanding of self-publishing
– Familiarity with disciplines involved in game development
– Skills in user acquisition and/or online community development
– A start-up mindset and entrepreneurial approach
– Proficiency in English; Swedish and Finnish are an advantage
– Previous experience in project management and/or knowledge of the gaming industry in the Interreg Aurora programme area is an asset

Employment:
for the period 1.3.2025-31.12.2026 or as agreed

The position is primarily 80% of full-time working hours, but part-time employment (20-60%) can also be discussed.

Salary according to General collective agreement for Universities of Applied Sciences and internal directives. The position includes a probationary period of six months.

Location:
Jakobstad or as agreed. We offer flexible working arrangements.

Further information:
Please contact Research Manager Therese Sunngren-Granlund, mobile: +358 44 780 5887, email: surname.lastname@novia.fi

Application:
We look forward to your application no later than Sunday, 23 February 2025, at 23:59.
The application is submitted via our electronic system and must include a cover letter and CV.

Support for the electronic application can be found here:

https://www.novia.fi/en/about-us/work-at-novia/

Source: Job Market Finland’s customer information system


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