Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.

Position Summary
The Project Director will be responsible for leading all areas of program management including strategic design and implementation, financial management, staff supervision, office management, communications, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. Furthermore, the Project Director will be responsible for donor relations, advocacy, and fundraising. This position is based in Abidjan, Cote D'Ivoire and will report to the Director for Africa programs. This position is contingent upon funding.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, law, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
6 - 8 years of experience with democracy and human rights programs with expertise in transitional justice, documentation of human rights abuses and advocacy
Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively in French
Substantial experience with project development and management
Substantial experience administering grants
Knowledge of USG rules and regulations, and the ability to manage and prioritize multi-donor funding
Experience with financial management including preparing and managing budgets, banking activities, contracts and negotiations
Strong ability to effectively manage a diverse team of employees, including expatriate and local staff
Experience developing project proposals for the U.S. Agency for International Development, Department of State, European human rights institutions and private donor organizations

Some Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement programs to support civil society and human rights in challenging environments
Provide general oversight of the programs
Represent Freedom House before funding organizations as well as identify new funding sources for the program
Assume ultimate responsibility of the daily operations of the office, which includes but is not limited to: financial management, management of sub-grants, general office administration, monitoring of reports and program evaluation of all programs for which the office is responsible
Network and liaise with members of governments, civil society organizations, international and regional bodies, and private funders
Travel as needed to regional project sites within in the region for project management and monitoring purposes
Other related duties as assigned.

Qualified and Interested applicants
We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing 2012-043 PD Cote D’Ivoire. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

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