Programme Officer

About CIVICUS

CIVICUS exists to defend people power. As a growing global alliance of over 15,000 members in 188 countries, we work together to monitor violations of basic civic freedoms, call out the perpetrators of violations and strengthen the power of people to organise by supporting a more accountable, effective and innovative civil society. We strive to promote excluded voices, especially from the Global South.

About the Role

As the DDI Programme Officer, you will hold a critical role in advancing the Digital Democracy Initiative's (DDI) mission. Your responsibilities will encompass three key aspects: designing and developing an interface for the DDI Crisis Response Fund (CRF), creating initial communication materials to introduce the DDI to CIVICUS members, and providing support in the selection and processing of CRF DDI proposals. Your work will be instrumental in expanding the DDI's reach and impact in the field of digital democracy.

Key Requirements                                                                                                

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or alternative education and experience in a related field.
• Strong communication and content creation skills, including proficiency in written and visual communication.
• Designing and developing an interface for the DDI Crisis Response Fund (CRF),
• More requirements can be found on the Job Description Below.

Please click here for a full Job Description

How to Apply

The closing deadline for applications is Close of Business on the 08^th October 2023.

Interested candidates should complete the application form by clicking the following link Programme Officer: Application Form then email their application documents (CV & Cover letter) to jobs@civicus.org

Your application should comprise of

• A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications, a full employment history showing the more significant positions, responsibilities held, and relevant achievements.
• A covering note of not more than 1 page outlining your motivation for applying for the role.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted two weeks after the closing date to schedule interviews.

Due to high volumes of applications received, should you not have received feedback on your application within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. We reserve the right to withdraw any of our vacancies at any time.