Are you passionate about driving a green, rights-based economy in Africa and Asia? Do you have a strong background in human rights, business ethics, and environmental justice? The Business & Human Rights Resource Centre (the Resource Centre) is looking for an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to lead the implementation of an exciting new cross-regional project funded by the European Commission.

This project aims to transition Africa and Asia towards a green, rights-based economy, empowering communities and businesses to engage in sustainable, fair, and inclusive economic practices. The project will focus on corporate human rights and environmental due diligence, creating a lasting impact on policy, business models, and grassroots civil society empowerment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Operations: Manage day-to-day operations of the CARPET project, ensuring effective collaboration with partners in Africa, Asia, and Europe.
• Budget & Financial Management: Oversee budget forecasts, financial tracking, and sub-granting to grassroots organisations. Ensure compliance with donor regulations.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Implement monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) strategies to track the project's success.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Foster relationships with civil society, businesses, governments, and other key stakeholders to advance project goals.
• Advocacy & Representation: Represent the Resource Centre at relevant events, conferences, and in media, advocating for policies that promote corporate accountability and rights-based transitions.
• Publications & Communication: Produce content for reports, blogs, and other communications materials to amplify the project’s work.

Terms and Conditions:

• Contract: Full-time consultancy (35 hours per week), initially for 12 months with potential for extension.
• Start date: 15 March 2025.
• Interviews: Week of 3 February 2025.

This is your chance to contribute to a greener, fairer future by ensuring corporate accountability and empowering rights-holders in Africa and Asia. Apply now and be part of the CARPET project that will shape the future of global business and human rights.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 20 January 2025.