Europe Research and Network Coordinator

The International Press Institute (IPI) is seeking a Europe Research and Network Coordinator to support and expand their work to protect media freedom in Europe, with a focus on network and capacity building and combating media capture.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinating and managing programme activities, including ensuring timely completion of deliverables, effective partner communications, smooth financial management and programme reporting, and effective management of external researchers and subcontractors.
• Coordinating IPI’s media capture work, including supporting the development of media capture research methodology, editing and reviewing research reports, analytical articles, and project publications
• Organising public and closed-door meetings, such as public panels, partner meetings, and a regional and local level, roundtables and stakeholder consultations in Hungary and across the CEE region.
• Supporting communication, outreach, and advocacy campaigns at the regional and European level.
• Contributing more broadly to IPI’s Europe advocacy work, depending on the candidate’s expertise and interests.

Requirements

• Experience coordinating and managing projects and organising events, meetings, or trainings
• Expertise on media capture and/or press freedom, particularly in the CEE region
• Strong research, writing, editing, and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of Hungary and broader regional dynamics in Central and Eastern Europe
• Experience with coalition-building, partnerships, or network coordination
• Excellent written and spoken English. Hungarian language skills are considered an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners

How to Apply

Applications should be sent to hr@ipi.media with the subject line: “Europe Research and Network Coordinator”. Please include CV, a cover letter outlining your motivation for applying and relevant experience and contact details for two referees.

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