Do you have experience in the implementation of technical cooperation projects? Are you passionate about reforms in the field of media and freedom of expression in the Republic of Moldova? Would you like to contribute to the activities of an International Organisation working for human rights, democracy and the rule of law? If so, our job offer may be the right opportunity for you.

Your role

As a Senior Project Officer you will carry out multiple assignments to meet the overall and specific objectives of the Council of Europe Project “Support for Media Pluralism and Freedom of Expression in the Republic of Moldova” and play a key role in implementing the project’s activities in the field. More specifically, you will perform the following tasks in accordance with the Organisation’s procedures, guidelines and priorities, with a concern for quality, efficiency, accuracy and confidentiality:

• Participate in the development of the project’s workplan and other relevant documents;
• In coordination with the Project manager based in Strasbourg, organise, implement and follow up on project activities in accordance with the work plan and in close co-operation with the local partners and stakeholders, seeking maximum impact and effectiveness having regard to the Council of Europe’s standards, core values and priorities;
• Inform regularly the Head of the Council of Europe Office about the implementation of the project and co-ordinate your work within the broader framework of the overall Council of Europe Office action in the Republic of Moldova;
• Co-ordinate and support the organisation of seminars, workshops, conferences and expert meetings, facilitate the process of recruitment of national and international consultants for these activities;
• Liaise between the local partners and stakeholders and headquarters regarding the implementation of the project; report any problems encountered; suggest priorities and adjustments as necessary;
• Supervise the project’s staff in Chisinau;
• Prepare the project co-ordination and Steering Committee meetings;
• Ensure close budgetary follow-up of all project’s expenditures, in accordance with regulations, procedures and donor requirements;
• Provide and draft elements for progress and final reports on the project; prepare and submit any other documentation and reports needed;
• Contribute to raising the visibility of the project by drafting web news items and press releases and by disseminating information;
• Jointly with the Project manager undertake measuring the results achieved by the project (collect and analyse data to examine how well the component is performing against expected targets) and report them;
• Inform the Secretariat in Strasbourg, in co-ordination with the Head of Office, in case of problems, and advise on actions that should be undertaken to overcome the problems encountered;
• Undertake official journeys in connection with the project’s activities;
• Carry out other tasks as may be required connected to the project implementation.

Deadline for applications is 28 February 2022 (midnight Paris time). You can apply in English or French using the Council of Europe online application system on: www.coe.int/jobs. Please fill out the form providing all requested details and explain how your competencies make you the best candidate for this role. It usually takes a few hours to fill it in, so please take this information into consideration while applying.

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