Vacancies: Index on Censorship Programme Manager

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: 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 .