Project and Finance Officer

HARRIS HILL; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a Project and Finance Officer to enhance its impactful mission supporting media freedom and ethical journalism. This full-time role, based in London with hybrid flexibility, involves vital project coordination and finance administration tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, managing budgets and ensuring compliance while supporting global programs. Join a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the world, where your contributions will help maintain high standards and effective operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration or project support, ideally in non-profit or media development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft budgets, track project spending, and manage supplier relationships.
• Support internal workflows, reporting, and day-to-day office operations.

Skills

Project Support

Budget Management

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Tools

Excel

Cloud-Based Collaboration Tools

Job description

Are you a proactive and process-driven person with a passion for meaningful global work, and the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities with ease? Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists is looking for a Project and Finance Officer to join an impactful organisation that supports media freedom and ethical journalism across the globe. Based in London, with the flexibility of hybrid working, this full-time position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to contribute to a cause that makes a real difference.

In this varied role, you will play a vital part in keeping our client’s projects and operations running smoothly. You will help draft budgets, track project spending, update timelines, manage supplier relationships, and support internal workflows and reporting. From supporting international training programmes and consultancy work to ensuring financial systems are up-to-date and compliant, you will be a go-to team member for both project coordination and finance administration. You will also lend a hand in the day-to-day running of our office, keeping electronic records and collaboration tools organised, supporting policy and contract updates, helping with event logistics, and taking minutes at key meetings. Your contribution will help ensure that the charity’s global programmes are delivered efficiently and to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in administration or project support, ideally in the non-profit or media development sector. You will have experience with financial processes and budget management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and cloud-based collaboration tools is essential, as is a proactive, problem-solving mindset. To thrive in this role, you need to be a confident communicator with strong organisational skills, and you will be comfortable managing competing priorities and collaborating with teams across time zones.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and motivation.

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.