Vacancies: Index on Censorship Programme Manager

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

Job summary

An international advocacy organization based in London is seeking a Programme Manager to oversee operational work for global campaigns promoting free expression rights. This role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring objectives are met, and collaborating across departments. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in international project management and advocacy.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing small & mid-scale international projects.
• Expertise in established project management and reporting systems.
• Experience of working across departments and disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operational work of international campaigns and projects.
• Ensure delivery of objectives for free expression rights.
• Work collaboratively across teams to champion free expression.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

International project experience

Campaign advocacy

Media presentation

Job description

Overview

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

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

Desirable knowledge, skills and experience

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

Details

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.