Job Details
Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. IREX is seeking a forward-thinking Project Director to help lead programs that protect journalists and civic communicators from intimidation and retaliation and advance free expression, operational resilience, and transparency in closed or high-risk environments.
In addition to project oversight, the role will support cross-organizational integration by advising other IREX teams and contributing to proposals and program design that incorporate this approach.
The Project Director will also help build and maintain IREX’s global network of relevant practitioners and partner organizations, represent IREX at relevant local and international forums, and mentor staff to serve as effective external representatives. As appropriate, the role will contribute to strategic growth by supporting partnerships and resource mobilization that expand the reach and sustainability of IREX’s programming.
Performs additional duties and tasks to meet the needs of the organization, team, or as assigned by supervisor.
Task and Project Coordination/Management Responsible for contributing technical support and inputs to a program, project, or initiative. Responsible for contributing, creating, and guiding the work associated with key project or initiative outputs, including, but not limited to, gathering, drafting, and creating workflow plans, budgets, internal/external reports, presentations, and other documents/deliverables as identified. Responsible for the development of written communications by drafting, approving, and sending correspondence; may delegate as needed.
Lead project planning, timelines, budgeting, and execution
Oversee field operations and provide direct technical assistance to beneficiaries
Manage and mentor staff and consultants to ensure high-quality service delivery
Collaborate closely with donor representatives and key partners
Build and maintain strong relationships with beneficiaries, donors, and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with IREX, donor, and local government requirements
Skills & Experience Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
10 + years of progressive experience
Project design and activity document preparation on U.S. government-funded political transition programming and/or media development projects
Experience with international donors/NGOs, preferably in transitional and post-conflict environments
Skills
Strong interpersonal skills that support and encourage colleagues in multi-cultural environments
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple project partners with preferably media, judicial, or rights-based sector stakeholders
Professional level written and spoken English
Nice to Have
Experience with holistic support programs; leading security operations, incident response, and risk management
Equal Opportunity Employer IREX seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support IREX’s mission and who respect and promote excellence through diversity. IREX is committed to equal opportunity and follows recruitment and selection practices that comply with all applicable employment laws. To this end, IREX recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals based on merit and experience.
We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.
At present, IREX does not sponsor for employment: Valid proof of unrestricted authorization to work in the United States is required. xsgimln
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
PI281398039
Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. IREX is seeking a forward-thinking Project Director to help lead programs that protect journalists and civic communicators from intimidation and retaliation and advance free expression, operational resilience, and transparency in closed or high-risk environments.
In addition to project oversight, the role will support cross-organizational integration by advising other IREX teams and contributing to proposals and program design that incorporate this approach.
The Project Director will also help build and maintain IREX’s global network of relevant practitioners and partner organizations, represent IREX at relevant local and international forums, and mentor staff to serve as effective external representatives. As appropriate, the role will contribute to strategic growth by supporting partnerships and resource mobilization that expand the reach and sustainability of IREX’s programming.
Performs additional duties and tasks to meet the needs of the organization, team, or as assigned by supervisor.
Task and Project Coordination/Management Responsible for contributing technical support and inputs to a program, project, or initiative. Responsible for contributing, creating, and guiding the work associated with key project or initiative outputs, including, but not limited to, gathering, drafting, and creating workflow plans, budgets, internal/external reports, presentations, and other documents/deliverables as identified. Responsible for the development of written communications by drafting, approving, and sending correspondence; may delegate as needed.
Lead project planning, timelines, budgeting, and execution
Oversee field operations and provide direct technical assistance to beneficiaries
Manage and mentor staff and consultants to ensure high-quality service delivery
Collaborate closely with donor representatives and key partners
Build and maintain strong relationships with beneficiaries, donors, and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with IREX, donor, and local government requirements
Skills & Experience Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
10 + years of progressive experience
Project design and activity document preparation on U.S. government-funded political transition programming and/or media development projects
Experience with international donors/NGOs, preferably in transitional and post-conflict environments
Skills
Strong interpersonal skills that support and encourage colleagues in multi-cultural environments
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple project partners with preferably media, judicial, or rights-based sector stakeholders
Professional level written and spoken English
Nice to Have
Experience with holistic support programs; leading security operations, incident response, and risk management
Equal Opportunity Employer IREX seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support IREX’s mission and who respect and promote excellence through diversity. IREX is committed to equal opportunity and follows recruitment and selection practices that comply with all applicable employment laws. To this end, IREX recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals based on merit and experience.
We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.
At present, IREX does not sponsor for employment: Valid proof of unrestricted authorization to work in the United States is required. xsgimln
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
PI281398039