Project and Finance Officer

Thomson Foundation is an internationally recognised organisation dedicated to strengthening media freedom and quality journalism across the globe.They  are currently seeking a Project and Finance Officer to join their London-based team and contribute to our mission of promoting free, fair, and ethical journalism.

Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in project administration or financial roles, preferably within the media development sector
• Proven experience in drafting and managing project budgets
• Familiarity with financial processes including invoicing and payment tracking
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, DropBox, Teams, SharePoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus)
• A Master’s degree in project management, journalism, communications, international relations or a related field is preferred
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt in a flexible and proactive way

Key Responsibilities

• Support project lifecycle activities including drafting budgets, tracking expenses, updating project timelines, and monitoring KPIs
• Provide financial support under the supervision of the Director of Finance: process payments, maintain registers, and assist with audits
• Assist in proposal submissions, due diligence, and reporting for institutional, philanthropic, and media projects
• Coordinate logistics for UK-based trainings and programmes, including travel and accommodation
• Maintain electronic records and collaboration tools to support internal workflows
• Contribute to internal documentation, minute-taking, and policy updates
• Support event planning and execution for workshops and conferences
• Collaborate closely with administrators and assist in recruiting and supervising administrative staff

Application Deadline: May 20, 2025

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