Civil Society Pros

Are you looking for a new challenge? Or just interested in seeing what’s out there in the civil society world? In any case, take a look at our digest of civil society opportunities below: 1️⃣ CIVICUS invites proposals from consultants or teams for the Digital Democracy Initiative. The goal is to create three detailed case studies focusing on the support ecosystems for civil society organisations in countries with constrained civic spaces. The research project spans from June to November 2024. The project is open to candidates with research experience and regional expertise. Fluency in English is required and knowledge of the languages of the chosen countries is a strong asset too. The call for applications is open until June 10. More information HERE. 2️⃣ The Centre for Feminist Foreign Policy is seeking a Project Manager. The role is based in the programme area of "Defending Women's and Human Rights". Necessary qualifications include a human rights or international law degree or a master’s degree in international relations or a similar field, plus four years of experience. Fluency in English is required with knowledge of German an asset. The deadline to apply is June 10. More information and application form HERE. 3️⃣ Front Line Defenders are looking for Protection Grants Officer. The successful candidate will manage grants documentation, provide reports and analysis and assess the overall impact of the grants programme. Requirements for the role include a degree, ideally in a relevant field, and three years of experience. Fluency in English and another working language of the organisation (including Russian) is essential, with knowledge of other languages a plus. The deadline for applications is June 14. More information HERE. 4️⃣ The UN SDG Action Awards are accepting applications. Initiatives and campaigns improving progress towards sustainable development goals can be submitted for awards, while there is the Changemaker award for outstanding individuals too. The winners will be celebrated at an awards ceremony in Rome, Italy. All Finalists (three for each award category) will be invited to a one-day induction programme with creative workshops, skills development sessions and networking events. Applications are accepted until June 17. More information HERE. 5️⃣ The International Foundation for Electoral Systems is looking for a Senior Program Officer with a focus on Europe and Eurasia. A bachelor’s degree, six years of experience and proficiency in English are required, while a master’s degree in the social sciences, experience working on projects in Europe and Eurasia and knowledge of one of the regional country languages is a plus. More information HERE.

Если вы ещё не определились с планами на лето или на ближайшую неделю, смотрите наш новый дайджест. В нём — летняя школа в горах и вебинар о расследованиях в дезинформации в YouTube, а также, конечно, несколько вакансий. Читайте ниже: 1️⃣ Syg.ma и The Dialogue Büro for Civil Society Cooperation принимают заявки на участие в «Академии политического воображения». «Академия» пройдет в горах Австрии с 25 по 30 августа и предназначена в первую очередь для тех, кто находится на территории Евросоюза. Программа «Академии» посвящена вопросам колонизации и деколонизации и предполагает различные форматы, от дискуссий до поэтической лаборатории, рабочий язык — русский. Организаторы оплатят проживание, питание и проезд для 15 участвующих. Заявки принимаются до 10 июня. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ. 2️⃣ Сразу несколько вакансий открыты в исследовательском центре «Коллективное действие». Сейчас команда центра ищет людей в новый проект, который будет заниматься изучением законодательных инициатив и политических процессов в России. Требуются специалисты с разным опытом и компетенциями, от исследователя до продюсера YouTube-канала. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ. 3️⃣ Глобальная сеть журналистов-расследователей проводит вебинар «Расследование дезинформации на YouTube». Украинская дата-журналистка Юлия Дукач поделится своим опытом и расскажет о методах и инструментах сбора данных. Вебинар пройдёт 12 июня в 11:30 (UTC+3). Язык вебинара — украинский, с переводом на русский. Подробности и ссылка для регистрации ЗДЕСЬ. 4️⃣ «Ночлежка» ищет HR-менеджера в Петербурге. Успешный кандидат будет заниматься наймом на разнообразные позиции, обучением и развитием сотрудников. Нужно иметь два года опыта в рекрутменте. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ. 5️⃣ Дом культуры «ГЭС-2» ищет куратора доступности по работе с незрячими и слабовидящими посетителями. Нужно будет разработать и реализовать концепцию работы с незрячей аудиторией, вести проекты, работать над адаптацией выставок и событий фонда. Требуется высшее образование, опыт работы от трёх лет и владение английским. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ.

Are you looking for a new challenge? Or just interested in seeing what’s out there in the civil society world? In any case, take a look at our digest of civil society opportunities below: 1️⃣ CIVICUS invites proposals from consultants or teams for the Digital Democracy Initiative. The goal is to create three detailed case studies focusing on the support ecosystems for civil society organisations in countries with constrained civic spaces. The research project spans from June to November 2024. The project is open to candidates with research experience and regional expertise. Fluency in English is required and knowledge of the languages of the chosen countries is a strong asset too. The call for applications is open until June 10. More information HERE. 2️⃣ The Centre for Feminist Foreign Policy is seeking a Project Manager. The role is based in the programme area of "Defending Women's and Human Rights". Necessary qualifications include a human rights or international law degree or a master’s degree in international relations or a similar field, plus four years of experience. Fluency in English is required with knowledge of German an asset. The deadline to apply is June 10. More information and application form HERE. 3️⃣ Front Line Defenders are looking for Protection Grants Officer. The successful candidate will manage grants documentation, provide reports and analysis and assess the overall impact of the grants programme. Requirements for the role include a degree, ideally in a relevant field, and three years of experience. Fluency in English and another working language of the organisation (including Russian) is essential, with knowledge of other languages a plus. The deadline for applications is June 14. More information HERE. 4️⃣ The UN SDG Action Awards are accepting applications. Initiatives and campaigns improving progress towards sustainable development goals can be submitted for awards, while there is the Changemaker award for outstanding individuals too. The winners will be celebrated at an awards ceremony in Rome, Italy. All Finalists (three for each award category) will be invited to a one-day induction programme with creative workshops, skills development sessions and networking events. Applications are accepted until June 17. More information HERE. 5️⃣ The International Foundation for Electoral Systems is looking for a Senior Program Officer with a focus on Europe and Eurasia. A bachelor’s degree, six years of experience and proficiency in English are required, while a master’s degree in the social sciences, experience working on projects in Europe and Eurasia and knowledge of one of the regional country languages is a plus. More information HERE.

Врываемся в лето с новой подборкой возможностей в сфере гражданского общества! Читайте ниже: 1️⃣ PILNet проводит онлайн-встречу в рамках Евразийской недели Pro Bono. На мероприятии можно будет узнать больше о том, какие Pro Bono ресурсы доступны для НКО. Встреча пройдёт 5 июня 2024 года в 15 часов (GMT+3). Подробности и ссылка на форму регистрации ЗДЕСЬ. 2️⃣ Школа «Метла» объявляет набор на онлайн-курс для журналистов, блогеров и медиа-активистов. Программа курса включает OSINT для расследовательской журналистики, техники фандрайзинга, кибербезопасности, визуализации данных. Курс пройдёт с 10 по 21 июня, заявки принимаются до 5 июня. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ. 3️⃣ «Первым рейсом» принимает заявки на курс «Права человека в кризисные времена». Участники освоят ключевые концепции прав человека и проанализируют их развитие в различных исторических контекстах. Заявки принимаются до 7 июня. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ. 4️⃣ The Moscow Times ищет внештатных авторов аналитических текстов. Нужно иметь опыт работы в деловых и общественно-политических изданиях от года и уметь работать с данными. Подробности и форма для отклика ЗДЕСЬ. 5️⃣ «Трансперенси Интернешнл — Россия» ищет аналитика-расследователя в команду Dirty Money. Успешный кандидат будет готовить материалы о трансграничной коррупции и отмывании денег. Нужно иметь опыт написания исследований или расследований, свободно владеть английским и находиться вне РФ. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ.

We're jumping into summer with a new digest of civil society opportunities! Check them out: 1️⃣ ECPAT International is looking for a Research Associate. The position includes research to support the organisation’s internal and external actions and advocacy focused on ending child sexual exploitation. The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree in the social sciences, relevant knowledge and experience in desk-based research. Fluency in English is required, with knowledge of other languages (including Russian) a plus. The deadline for applications is June 2. More information HERE. 2️⃣ TGEU European and Central Asian Trans Council is offering scholarships for activists to attend this year’s Council in November. Both full and partial scholarships are available. There are also opportunities to contribute or volunteer to the programme, as well as to perform or exhibit artistic work. The deadline to apply is June 2. More information HERE. 3️⃣ The JX Fund invites applications for strategy sessions for exiled media from Russia and Belarus. The project includes an online introduction and needs assessment, in-person workshop in Germany and up to four follow-up online sessions. Applications are accepted until June 4. More information and link to application form HERE. 4️⃣ The NGO Academy is hosting an online keynote named “Strategy without a plan? How to Thrive in Unpredictable Times” by Martin Kornberger. Kornberger is a Professor for Ethics at the Vienna University of Economics and Business. Based on his research, he will talk about the tools that allows leaders to strategise without planning, creating a strategy that is both flexible and agile. The keynote is scheduled for June 5, 18:00 - 19:30 CEST. More information and registration HERE. 5️⃣ The Center for European Policy Analysis is inviting applications for the Future Russia Fellowship. The successful candidates will be early or mid-career social scientists or policy professionals, with PhD-level of academic training or equivalent professional experience. Connections in the Russian exile community are an advantage. Applications are accepted until June 6. More information HERE.

Let’s have a productive end to May. Here’s five interesting opportunities in the civil society field to apply to this week. Check them out: 1️⃣ United for Intercultural Action is looking for a project manager. The successful candidate will oversee the organisation’s flagship projects, launch new ones and work with international partners. Three years of experience an knowledge of English are required, with fluency in other languages a plus. The start date is as early as possible, with July 1 the latest. More information HERE. 2️⃣ The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights is inviting applications for a training course on human rights at international borders. The course is open for human rights defenders working in Central, Northern and Eastern Europe and aims to help them improve their skills for effective human rights monitoring at borders. The training will take place on July 8-10 in Warsaw. Applications are accepted until May 24. More information HERE. 3️⃣ CIVICUS is looking for a Programme Officer for Freedom of Peaceful Assembly. The role involves implementation of activities and budgets, community building and supporting monitoring, learning and evaluation. Key requirements include a postgraduate degree in social science, three years of relevant experience and fluency in English. The closing date for applications is May 27. More information HERE. 4️⃣ The Leibniz Institute for Educational Media is accepting applications for the Georg Arnhold Fellowship for Education for Sustainable Peace. The fellowship has a focus on educational media and curricula in post-conflict or transitional societies. Both scholars and practitioners can apply and ideal applicants will combine scholarly excellence with grassroots work and at least five years of experience. The deadline for applications is May 27. More information and link to application form HERE. 5️⃣ The R2COM - Radicalisation and Violent Extremism Prevention in the Community project is offering an online course for organisations engaged in preventing and countering violent extremism. The course is designed for professionals working with individuals after their release from prison. It takes six to eight hours to complete and provides practical tools for dealing with cases of radicalisation and extremism. More information and registration form HERE.

Чтобы последняя неделя мая прошла максимально полезно, собрали для вас пять интересных возможностей в сфере гражданского общества. Читайте ниже: 1️⃣ Юристы ОВД-Инфо запустили курс для будущих общественных защитников. Курс доступен онлайн и состоит из 14 модулей, которые можно проходить в своем темпе. Подробности и бот для записи ЗДЕСЬ. 2️⃣ Инфраструктурный хаб для гуманитарных проектов Reshim ищет администратора. Нужно разбираться в финансовом планировании и отчетности, уметь работать в Google Workspace и Notion. Работа предполагает общение на русском и английском. Подробности и email для откликов ЗДЕСЬ. 3️⃣ Радио Свобода принимает заявки на стипендию Вацлава Гавела. В программе могут участвовать журналисты из Восточной Европы, имеющие два года опыта работы на родном языке и работающие на аудиторию в своей стране. Дедлайн — 1 июня. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ. 4️⃣ Движение сознательных отказчиков ищет менеджер:ку правовой помощи. Важны опыт правозащитной работы и понимание специфики военного права. Также нужна готовность выступать публично от имени организации и начать работу с 10 июня. Заявки принимаются до 29 мая. Подробности и форма для откликов ЗДЕСЬ. 5️⃣ Команда «Если быть точным» ищет авторов, аналитиков и редакторов. Откликнуться могут все, кому интересна тематика проекта. Нужно разбираться в статистике, экспертиза по одной из социальных проблем будет преимуществом. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ.

Let’s have a productive end to May. Here’s five interesting opportunities in the civil society field to apply to this week. Check them out: 1️⃣ United for Intercultural Action is looking for a project manager. The successful candidate will oversee the organisation’s flagship projects, launch new ones and work with international partners. Three years of experience an knowledge of English are required, with fluency in other languages a plus. The start date is as early as possible, with July 1 the latest. More information HERE. 2️⃣ The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights is inviting applications for a training course on human rights at international borders. The course is open for human rights defenders working in Central, Northern and Eastern Europe and aims to help them improve their skills for effective human rights monitoring at borders. The training will take place on July 8-10 in Warsaw. Applications are accepted until May 24. More information HERE. 3️⃣ CIVICUS is looking for a Programme Officer for Freedom of Peaceful Assembly. The role involves implementation of activities and budgets, community building and supporting monitoring, learning and evaluation. Key requirements include a postgraduate degree in social science, three years of relevant experience and fluency in English. The closing date for applications is May 27. More information HERE. 4️⃣ The Leibniz Institute for Educational Media is accepting applications for the Georg Arnhold Fellowship for Education for Sustainable Peace. The fellowship has a focus on educational media and curricula in post-conflict or transitional societies. Both scholars and practitioners can apply and ideal applicants will combine scholarly excellence with grassroots work and at least five years of experience. The deadline for applications is May 27. More information and link to application form HERE. 5️⃣ The R2COM - Radicalisation and Violent Extremism Prevention in the Community project is offering an online course for organisations engaged in preventing and countering violent extremism. The course is designed for professionals working with individuals after their release from prison. It takes six to eight hours to complete and provides practical tools for dealing with cases of radicalisation and extremism. More information and registration form HERE.

Привет! Как всегда, мы собрали новую подборку интересных возможностей в сфере гражданского общества. Смотрите ниже! 1️⃣ Гражданский форум принимает заявки на программу Europe Lab. Проект ориентирован на студентов и молодых профессионалов. Программа включает в себя воркшопы по тематике исторических травм, изменения климата и миграции и пройдёт в Чехии с 28 июля по 1 августа. Участие в программе бесплатно, организаторы покроют стоимость проживания, питания и перелёт. Участники также могут получить гранты на собственные проекты. Заявки принимаются до 31 мая. Подробности ЗДЕСЬ. 2️⃣ Проект Europe Lab также ищет фасилитаторов. Успешные кандидаты будут проводить воркшопы для участников программы и курировать их проекты. Нужно обладать знаниями по одной из тем программы и иметь навыки проведения образовательных мероприятий. Дедлайн для заявок 5 июня. Больше информации ЗДЕСЬ. 3️⃣ Azbuka media приглашает на тренинг-курс «Тренды в соцсетях и дезинформация в них». Курс пройдёт онлайн и включает в себя вебинары, выпускной тест и выполнение небольших творческих работ. Участники разовьют навыки SMM, таргетирования и фактчекинга. Регистрация открыта до 20 мая. Подробности и ссылка на форму регистрации ЗДЕСЬ. 4️⃣ Теплица социальных технологий проводит конференцию «Работа во враждебных средах». Участники обсудят опыт акторов гражданского общества в России, Беларуси и странах Центральной Азии. Конференция пройдёт 22 и 23 мая в онлайн-формате, основной язык — русский, есть сессии на английском языке. Регистрация на конференцию открыта, но предполагает верификацию. Программа и другие подробности ЗДЕСЬ. 5️⃣ Quarteera ищет координатор_ку Marzahn Pride. Нужно свободное владение русским и немецким, а также нахождение в Берлине в дни прайда. Опыт в организации праздников желателен. Подробности и почта для откликов ЗДЕСЬ.

Hey there! As always, we’ve put together some exciting civil society opportunities for you. Check them out below. 1️⃣ The Civil Society Forum is inviting applications from students and young professionals for its Europe Lab programme. The programme involves workshops on the issues of historical traumas, climate change and displacement and will take place in Jáchymov, Czechia from July 28 to August 1. The deadline for applications is May 31. More information HERE. 2️⃣ Europe Lab is also looking for facilitators. The successful candidates will organise workshops for participants and supervise their projects. The role requires expertise in the topics of historical traumas, climate change or migratory justice and skills in facilitating workshops. The deadline for applications is June 5. More information HERE. 3️⃣ CIVICUS is seeking UN Advocacy and Network Officer. The job involves primary responsibility for the Universal Periodic Review. The ideal candidate will have a degree in the social sciences, five years of experience and excellent English skills. The role is based in Geneva. Applications are accepted until May 20. More information HERE. 4️⃣ The Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime is offering a Resilience Fellowship for civil society actors who support communities in contexts of fragility, especially those that face conflict. Fellows will be supported through grants, capacity building, networking and collaboration. Call for applications is open until May 25. More information HERE. 5️⃣ The Dialogue Office for Civil Society Cooperation in Vienna welcomes applications for a visiting fellowship. The target groups are activists, researchers, artists, cultural practitioners or journalists holding Belarusian, Ukrainian, Russian or Polish citizenship. Fellows should be working on projects or study something related to decolonialism or ecology, authoritarian systems, resistance and gender equality. Assistance in obtaining a Schengen visa can be provided. The deadline to apply is May 25. More information HERE.