Vacancies: Index on Censorship Programme Manager

Brixton Blog - Big Smoke; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An international advocacy organization is seeking a Programme Manager to oversee operational work for global campaigns promoting free expression. The ideal candidate will possess significant project management experience and an understanding of the free expression debate. This role is based in London and emphasizes collaboration across departments and disciplines. Interested applicants should apply via CV and supporting statement to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing international projects.
• Expertise in project management and reporting systems.
• Understanding of the free expression debate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operational work of international campaigns.
• Project manage a series of programmes championing free expression rights.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Advocacy programmes

Complex international environments

Media presentation

Job description

Job Title: Programme Manager (International Campaigns, Project Manager)

Working For: Index on Censorship

Index on Censorship is one of the world’s leading advocates for the right to freedom of expression. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our programmes team in London to oversee the daily operational work of our international campaigns and projects.

We’re looking for inspirational individuals who want to grow with Index on Censorship and take on new and exciting challenges. You will project manage a series of programmes that champion free expression rights across the globe and ensure we are delivering on our objectives.

Responsibilities and Requirements

The successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate the following:

• Significant experience in managing small & mid-scale international projects, in particular in setting, meeting and monitoring agreed deliverables for partners and donors;
• Expertise in established project management and reporting systems;
• Experience of working in complex international environments;
• Experience of working across departments and disciplines;
• An understanding of the key themes in the free expression debate.

The following knowledge, skills and experience are desirable:

• Experience of campaigns and advocacy programmes;
• Proven communication and media presentation skills;
• Experience in writing and publishing;
• An enthusiasm for opportunities presented for the web, blogging and social media;
• Knowledge of foreign languages, in particular Russian and Arabic.

Closing Date: 23 March 2012

Interview/Start Dates: Interviews will take place at Index’s headquarters, Free Word Centre, London EC1 in the week of 26 March.

Job Contact: Interested applicants should send a CV and a supporting statement to: [e-mail] with the subject heading: ‘Programme Manager’.

Deadline 5pm Friday 23 March. If you would like an informal conversation about the position, please contact Mike Harris, Head of Advocacy or Deputy CEO Rohan Jayasekera on 020 7324 2522.