Project Manager - EU-Funded Human Rights Action

About the role

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) is looking for a Project Manager based in Lahore to lead an upcoming European Union (EU)-funded action. The action aims to help create a more enabling legal, institutional and digital environment for exercising the right to freedom of expression and opinion in Pakistan, in line with its ICCPR obligations and international human rights standards.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the coordination, implementation and quality assurance of the action.
• Ensure compliance with the approved logframe, budget and donor requirements.
• Liaise with the implementing partner to ensure donor compliance.
• Meet all donor reporting requirements.

Required profile

• At least a four-year bachelor's degree in the social sciences or law.
• A minimum of five years' experience managing medium-term, donor-funded human rights projects.
• Strong understanding of Pakistan's legal and institutional landscape regarding freedom of expression.
• Willingness to travel to project sites within Pakistan.

Required skills

• Excellent reporting, communication and team management skills.
• Ability to plan, manage and monitor project budgets and track finances accurately in line with donor requirements.
• Proven experience in coalition-building, advocacy and multi-stakeholder coordination.