Senior Compliance Officer About Internews Internews works globally to ensure people everywhere can access trusted, quality information that empowers participation, accountability, and healthier, more informed communities. For more than 35 years, in over 100 countries, we have strengthened local media, supported civil society, and helped millions of people access crucial information across issues such as health, governance, conflict, and the environment. We are an international nonprofit with administrative hubs in California, Washington DC, London, and Paris. Our teams represent a wide mix of backgrounds, identities, cultures, and lived experiences. We actively foster an environment rooted in dignity, belonging, justice, and flexibility. About the Role We are seeking a high-performing, experienced, and self-directed compliance professional to provide maternity cover within the Grants, Contracts & Compliance (GCC) department. This role requires someone who operates with excellence, independence, and sound judgement from day one-a person who is confident navigating complex donor rules, shaping risk mitigation strategies, and leading award management processes without needing extensive onboarding. We are seeking an experienced practitioner with proven applied experience, rather than a purely theoretical background. You will oversee the full lifecycle of European donor funded awards, ensuring rigorous contractual and regulatory compliance across Internews. Working closely with colleagues across Programmes, Finance, and Global Development, you will help maintain a culture where doing things right is prioritised over shortcuts. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise with major European donors (European Commission, Sida, FCDO), a proactive mindset, and the ability to lead, train, and influence teams across the organisation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, with other duties upon request: Compliance Review and approve proposal budgets for assigned funding opportunities. Review donor agreements and ensure terms are acceptable; support the Director of GCC in strengthening organisational risk mitigation practices. Advise staff on Internews' internal and donor rules across the project cycle. Work with Programme Officers and cross-functional teams on effective project start up, including inductions, adapting award procedures/templates, and ongoing staff training; conduct country visits when required. Collaborate with Finance to support successful programme audits. Maintain and update organisational data on institutional donor platforms (e.g., EU Transparency Register, IATI). Develop and maintain training materials and guidelines for at least one major donor; provide expert compliance guidance across GCC. Deliver inductions and training for new and junior GCC staff. Set up and maintain complete and up to date award records in line with donor and Internews requirements. Development At proposal stage, review and approve teaming agreements and NDAs with bid partners. Review and approve donor budget submissions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, compliance, and adequacy. Coordinate pre award due diligence for prospective donors. Review and negotiate donor agreements and modifications, managing associated risks. Establish and maintain proposal, award, and contract records within the award management system, including significant data entry. Procurement Management Advise staff on procurement requirements and maintain internal records for procurements under awards. Support development of compliant procurement plans. Lead and administer higher value procurements, including negotiating contractor terms. Draft and execute sub contracts and amendments in full compliance with donor and Internews policies. Troubleshoot contractual issues, prepare termination notices, and manage related risks. Prepare procurement documentation for audits and serve as point of contact for procurement audit processes. In all duties, uphold Internews' Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of Belonging, Dignity, and Justice. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Line manage GCC staff when assigned. Deputise for the Director of GCC as required. Lead award management for flagship programmes and advise programme teams and partners on donor compliance, budgeting, and agreement management. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required University degree in a relevant field or equivalent lived/professional experience. Extensive senior-level experience in award management within an international nonprofit or international development organisation. Demonstrated hands on experience interpreting and applying donor rules and compliance requirements (especially European Commission, FCDO, and SIDA) in real project implementation contexts. Proven experience managing procurements and negotiating contracts, including drafting and executing agreements and amendments in compliance with donor and organisational requirements. Experience preparing procurement documentation for audits and managing procurement related risks. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting compliance, contractual, and financial issues, and advising programme teams on practical solutions. Experience assessing and managing compliance and contractual risks across the project cycle. Experience using award management systems or structured grant/contract databases, including maintaining accurate award records and donor required data. Native-level proficiency in English (written and spoken). Strong writing and editing skills, with prior experience producing key work outputs such as proposals, budgets, reports, and trainings. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, including diplomacy, negotiation, cross-team collaboration, donor communication, and discretion with confidential information. Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with a demonstrated track record of applying critical thinking to complex compliance or award management challenges. Excellent time management and organisational skills, including the ability to handle shifting priorities in a fast paced or complex operating environment. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multicultural and remote teams; demonstrated leadership capacity. Flexibility to manage periodic shifts in workload and working hours. Experience mentoring or training staff on compliance, procurement, or donor related procedures. Experience leading cross functional processes involving both programme and operational teams. Preferred Prior experience living or working in a global majority country/region Proficiency in Russian (written and spoken). Experience with EU/UK funded projects (e.g., EC, FCDO) in complex environments. Experience developing internal policies, guidelines, or training materials related to compliance, procurement, or award management. Familiarity with Internews' operating environment, systems, or organisational approaches. Vacancy Timeline: Deadline for applications: 13 March 2026 (Note: This is a rolling recruitment process candidates might be invited for interview before the deadline) MISCELLANEOUS: Candidates must submit a succinct cover letter of no more than 2 pages explaining how they satisfy the requirements of the role, and a CV highlighting relevant experience. Successful candidate will also be asked to provide three professional referees, one of whom must be from their most recent employer. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of their position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position. This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore, a successful applicant must both be present in the UK for the duration of the assignment and be able to demonstrate their Right to Work in the UK in order to commence employment.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Compliance Officer About Internews Internews works globally to ensure people everywhere can access trusted, quality information that empowers participation, accountability, and healthier, more informed communities. For more than 35 years, in over 100 countries, we have strengthened local media, supported civil society, and helped millions of people access crucial information across issues such as health, governance, conflict, and the environment. We are an international nonprofit with administrative hubs in California, Washington DC, London, and Paris. Our teams represent a wide mix of backgrounds, identities, cultures, and lived experiences. We actively foster an environment rooted in dignity, belonging, justice, and flexibility. About the Role We are seeking a high-performing, experienced, and self-directed compliance professional to provide maternity cover within the Grants, Contracts & Compliance (GCC) department. This role requires someone who operates with excellence, independence, and sound judgement from day one-a person who is confident navigating complex donor rules, shaping risk mitigation strategies, and leading award management processes without needing extensive onboarding. We are seeking an experienced practitioner with proven applied experience, rather than a purely theoretical background. You will oversee the full lifecycle of European donor funded awards, ensuring rigorous contractual and regulatory compliance across Internews. Working closely with colleagues across Programmes, Finance, and Global Development, you will help maintain a culture where doing things right is prioritised over shortcuts. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise with major European donors (European Commission, Sida, FCDO), a proactive mindset, and the ability to lead, train, and influence teams across the organisation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, with other duties upon request: Compliance Review and approve proposal budgets for assigned funding opportunities. Review donor agreements and ensure terms are acceptable; support the Director of GCC in strengthening organisational risk mitigation practices. Advise staff on Internews' internal and donor rules across the project cycle. Work with Programme Officers and cross-functional teams on effective project start up, including inductions, adapting award procedures/templates, and ongoing staff training; conduct country visits when required. Collaborate with Finance to support successful programme audits. Maintain and update organisational data on institutional donor platforms (e.g., EU Transparency Register, IATI). Develop and maintain training materials and guidelines for at least one major donor; provide expert compliance guidance across GCC. Deliver inductions and training for new and junior GCC staff. Set up and maintain complete and up to date award records in line with donor and Internews requirements. Development At proposal stage, review and approve teaming agreements and NDAs with bid partners. Review and approve donor budget submissions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, compliance, and adequacy. Coordinate pre award due diligence for prospective donors. Review and negotiate donor agreements and modifications, managing associated risks. Establish and maintain proposal, award, and contract records within the award management system, including significant data entry. Procurement Management Advise staff on procurement requirements and maintain internal records for procurements under awards. Support development of compliant procurement plans. Lead and administer higher value procurements, including negotiating contractor terms. Draft and execute sub contracts and amendments in full compliance with donor and Internews policies. Troubleshoot contractual issues, prepare termination notices, and manage related risks. Prepare procurement documentation for audits and serve as point of contact for procurement audit processes. In all duties, uphold Internews' Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of Belonging, Dignity, and Justice. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Line manage GCC staff when assigned. Deputise for the Director of GCC as required. Lead award management for flagship programmes and advise programme teams and partners on donor compliance, budgeting, and agreement management. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required University degree in a relevant field or equivalent lived/professional experience. Extensive senior-level experience in award management within an international nonprofit or international development organisation. Demonstrated hands on experience interpreting and applying donor rules and compliance requirements (especially European Commission, FCDO, and SIDA) in real project implementation contexts. Proven experience managing procurements and negotiating contracts, including drafting and executing agreements and amendments in compliance with donor and organisational requirements. Experience preparing procurement documentation for audits and managing procurement related risks. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting compliance, contractual, and financial issues, and advising programme teams on practical solutions. Experience assessing and managing compliance and contractual risks across the project cycle. Experience using award management systems or structured grant/contract databases, including maintaining accurate award records and donor required data. Native-level proficiency in English (written and spoken). Strong writing and editing skills, with prior experience producing key work outputs such as proposals, budgets, reports, and trainings. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, including diplomacy, negotiation, cross-team collaboration, donor communication, and discretion with confidential information. Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with a demonstrated track record of applying critical thinking to complex compliance or award management challenges. Excellent time management and organisational skills, including the ability to handle shifting priorities in a fast paced or complex operating environment. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multicultural and remote teams; demonstrated leadership capacity. Flexibility to manage periodic shifts in workload and working hours. Experience mentoring or training staff on compliance, procurement, or donor related procedures. Experience leading cross functional processes involving both programme and operational teams. Preferred Prior experience living or working in a global majority country/region Proficiency in Russian (written and spoken). Experience with EU/UK funded projects (e.g., EC, FCDO) in complex environments. Experience developing internal policies, guidelines, or training materials related to compliance, procurement, or award management. Familiarity with Internews' operating environment, systems, or organisational approaches. Vacancy Timeline: Deadline for applications: 13 March 2026 (Note: This is a rolling recruitment process candidates might be invited for interview before the deadline) MISCELLANEOUS: Candidates must submit a succinct cover letter of no more than 2 pages explaining how they satisfy the requirements of the role, and a CV highlighting relevant experience. Successful candidate will also be asked to provide three professional referees, one of whom must be from their most recent employer. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of their position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position. This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore, a successful applicant must both be present in the UK for the duration of the assignment and be able to demonstrate their Right to Work in the UK in order to commence employment.
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is an independent organization that promotes freedom, independence, and pluralism in journalism and those who embody these ideals. Headquartered in Paris, with sections and bureaus in fourteen cities, including Berlin, London, Rio, Taipei, Tunis, Dakar, Prague and Washington, and a network of correspondents in 150 countries, the organisation has a strong capacity for international mobilization and advocacy and holds significant influence in the field. We are looking for our : Director of the London Office (UK) Your mission You will Report to the Director General of RSF, work closely with the international coordination team, and be assisted by a UK-based Advocacy officer. With the support of various departments at headquarters, you will be responsible for the office, developing the organisation's activities and reputation by defending and promoting press freedom and the right to reliable information in the region (UK). This will include the production of impactful publications, regular engagement with government and authorities, and managing projects with journalism stakeholders. Your main responsibilities will therefore be to : Serve as the Director of RSF's London bureau: Lead the development of the office and fundraise for the activities; Manage relations with the RSF UK board of directors and the RSF UK advisory board; Supervise a team and manage the day-to-day operations of the London bureau, including responsibility for bureau accounting and financial reporting. Monitor press freedom issues, publish press releases on press freedom violations in your area and propose relevant actions (proactive and/or corrective) Implement RSF's advocacy work with authorities, dealing with Government, international organisations, and media actors, and support the implementation of priority global campaigns, in accordance with the mandate of the organisation. Act as RSF's spokesperson in English and represent RSF for interviews, at external events and meetings. Lead public relations activity in the UK in collaboration with Paris headquarters (e.g. disseminating press releases, reports, and recommendations and making contributions to RSF's global initiatives). If relevant, develop capacity-building, training, and support programs for journalists and media outlets in difficulty Profile: You have significant senior experience as a journalist or association manager with a strong focus on fundraising ( trusts and foundations, high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners, or events). You are sensitive to issues of civil liberties, particularly freedom and independence of the press, and have a good understanding of international issues. You have management skills. You have in-depth knowledge of the issues in the UK and internationally You have excellent written and oral communication skills and are comfortable and experienced in public speaking for a range of audiences, including for international media outlets Your are persuasive and excellent interpersonal skills which enable you to develop and maintain a strong network amplifying the impact of RSF's operations. You are organized and rigorous, and enjoy working in a project-based environment. Your responsiveness and ability to work with a remote team will enable you to be valued as a key partner in the organization. You are fluent in English and French. Conditions Position based in London with policy of 2 days working remotely Permanent contract visa ability to work in UK is needed Available starting in March London (Full-time) - £60,000-£70,000, depending on experience. To Apply: Send your application, CV, and cover letter, specifying your availability, to , International Coordinator with the reference LONDON before March, 12. The interview and selection process will be conducted in coordination with the RSF UK Trustees and the RSF International Secretariat.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is an independent organization that promotes freedom, independence, and pluralism in journalism and those who embody these ideals. Headquartered in Paris, with sections and bureaus in fourteen cities, including Berlin, London, Rio, Taipei, Tunis, Dakar, Prague and Washington, and a network of correspondents in 150 countries, the organisation has a strong capacity for international mobilization and advocacy and holds significant influence in the field. We are looking for our : Director of the London Office (UK) Your mission You will Report to the Director General of RSF, work closely with the international coordination team, and be assisted by a UK-based Advocacy officer. With the support of various departments at headquarters, you will be responsible for the office, developing the organisation's activities and reputation by defending and promoting press freedom and the right to reliable information in the region (UK). This will include the production of impactful publications, regular engagement with government and authorities, and managing projects with journalism stakeholders. Your main responsibilities will therefore be to : Serve as the Director of RSF's London bureau: Lead the development of the office and fundraise for the activities; Manage relations with the RSF UK board of directors and the RSF UK advisory board; Supervise a team and manage the day-to-day operations of the London bureau, including responsibility for bureau accounting and financial reporting. Monitor press freedom issues, publish press releases on press freedom violations in your area and propose relevant actions (proactive and/or corrective) Implement RSF's advocacy work with authorities, dealing with Government, international organisations, and media actors, and support the implementation of priority global campaigns, in accordance with the mandate of the organisation. Act as RSF's spokesperson in English and represent RSF for interviews, at external events and meetings. Lead public relations activity in the UK in collaboration with Paris headquarters (e.g. disseminating press releases, reports, and recommendations and making contributions to RSF's global initiatives). If relevant, develop capacity-building, training, and support programs for journalists and media outlets in difficulty Profile: You have significant senior experience as a journalist or association manager with a strong focus on fundraising ( trusts and foundations, high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners, or events). You are sensitive to issues of civil liberties, particularly freedom and independence of the press, and have a good understanding of international issues. You have management skills. You have in-depth knowledge of the issues in the UK and internationally You have excellent written and oral communication skills and are comfortable and experienced in public speaking for a range of audiences, including for international media outlets Your are persuasive and excellent interpersonal skills which enable you to develop and maintain a strong network amplifying the impact of RSF's operations. You are organized and rigorous, and enjoy working in a project-based environment. Your responsiveness and ability to work with a remote team will enable you to be valued as a key partner in the organization. You are fluent in English and French. Conditions Position based in London with policy of 2 days working remotely Permanent contract visa ability to work in UK is needed Available starting in March London (Full-time) - £60,000-£70,000, depending on experience. To Apply: Send your application, CV, and cover letter, specifying your availability, to , International Coordinator with the reference LONDON before March, 12. The interview and selection process will be conducted in coordination with the RSF UK Trustees and the RSF International Secretariat.
Program Director, Fellowship Compensation: $115,000 - $160,000+ in the US; £75,000 - £90,000+ in the UK Location: London / San Francisco (preferred); New York or Washington DC possible. Application deadline: Sunday, March 8, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early if a strong candidate is hired. The Tarbell Fellowship is one of the most competitive journalism programs in the world. We select 20 fellows from 1,600+ applicants and provide fully-funded placements at Bloomberg, The Guardian, TIME, and MIT Technology Review. We're hiring a Fellowship Program Director to scale it during a critical period for AI reporting, leading the team that makes it happen. In your first year, you'll grow the program from 15 to 30+ fellows annually, with ownership of a $3.5M+ budget. Strong performers will have a clear path to Chief Programs Officer within 18-24 months, overseeing all talent programs with a combined budget of $8M+. This is a rare opportunity to build a global network of AI reporters with the knowledge and resources required to cover AI during a transformative period. About the Tarbell Center The Tarbell Center for AI Journalism supports journalism that helps society navigate the development and deployment of advanced AI. We provide funding and training to strengthen AI reporting at major news outlets. Since 2023, we've raised $20M in funding and supported 50+ journalists through fellowships, grants, and residencies. We're now entering a period of rapid expansion as we scale from a $4M budget in 2025 to $14M by 2027. Across our programs, we've supported a wide range of impactful reporting: Accountability reporting: Our journalists have broken corporate accountability stories about OpenAI's legal tactics against nonprofits and xAI violating its own safety policies . A recent investigation about Character.AI's failure to protect minors on its platform contributed to the company banning under-18s within a week of publication. AI policy coverage: Our reporters have produced expert policy analysis , revealed exclusive information about state-level AI policy developments, and investigated AI policy lobbying . Impacts from AI: Coverage of the impacts from current systems, ranging from the climate impacts to mass discrimination , and the emerging risks from frontier models, such as sabotaging shutdown mechanisms or helping engineer pandemics . Sensemaking: We've supported explanatory journalism that helps the public make sense of the circular funding deals , advancements in automating AI R&D , military integration , and developments in China . We believe journalism will be essential to helping society understand and respond to AI advancements in the coming years. By 2030, we aim to grow Tarbell into the leading institution supporting AI journalism globally - providing the funding and training needed to make that possible. About the role As Program Director, you'll lead the team behind our Tarbell Fellowship. The fellowship is in a strong position - $6.5m in secured funding, 25+ newsroom partnerships, and 1,600+ applications this year. We're now looking for an exceptional leader who can take this from 15 fellows to 30+ annually while maintaining the exceptionally high bar that has made the fellowship one of the most competitive journalism programs in the world. You'll own the fellowship end-to-end. That means setting the strategy, selecting the fellows, shaping the curriculum, and managing the team that executes it all. The Executive Director will be a thought partner, but the program is yours to run. What you'll inherit: A program that's achieved strong outcomes to date and is ready to scale 2x this year $6.5m in secured funding for the fellowship through 2027 Marketing and recruitment processes that recently attracted 1,600+ applications A team of 2 with experience spanning journalism, AI policy, and computer science Strong relationships with 25+ newsroom partners, including Bloomberg, The Guardian, and many morw A 3-month training curriculum, covering AI and journalism fundamentals Ideas for how to expand the fellowship in 2027 and beyond (e.g. adding a podcasting fellowship, a video/documentary fellowship, an editorial fellowship, a Substack fellowship) Strong performers will have a clear path to Chief Programs Officer within 18-24 months, overseeing the fellowship, residency, and future talent programs with a combined budget of $8M+. Responsibilities: Program strategy and leadership: You'll own the fellowship end-to-end. This means setting the vision, defining annual goals, and making the key decisions that determine whether the program succeeds. You'll work closely with the Executive Director as a thought partner, but the fellowship is yours to run. People management: You'll build and lead a growing team, starting with 2 direct reports, potentially growing to 5+ over time. This includes hiring, coaching, and developing your team members. "Hire the best, then invest" is a core operating value at Tarbell - you'll help your people develop into increasingly senior roles with greater responsibility. Fellow recruitment and selection: You'll design recruitment strategies to attract 2,000+ applications annually from top emerging journalists and AI talent globally. You'll lead our multi-stage vetting process-reviewing applications, evaluating writing samples, conducting interviews-and make final selection decisions. The top 0.1% of potential candidates should end up in our program; you'll ensure this happens. Training and curriculum: You'll oversee our 10-week AI Journalism Fundamentals course and week-long Bay Area Summit. This means shaping the curriculum, recruiting expert speakers and instructors, and continuously improving the program based on fellow feedback. Past speakers have included Jack Clark (Anthropic), Kevin Roose (NYT), Helen Toner (ex-OpenAI board), and senior reporters from the Financial Times, Bloomberg, and TIME. Systems and operations: You'll build scalable systems for recruitment, training, placement, and ongoing fellow support - ensuring the fellowship can grow from 15 to 30+ fellows without quality dropping. You'll create clear milestones, track progress, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Who we're looking for We're open to two distinct candidate profiles: deep expertise in journalism OR artificial intelligence. You need one, not both. Journalism profile: Substantial experience in professional journalism. You understand how newsrooms operate, what makes exceptional reporting, and can evaluate journalistic quality with rigor. You've likely worked at or closely with top-tier outlets, possibly as a senior editor. Ideally, you've trained journalists, and know how to turn people into world-class reporters. AI profile: Strong understanding of AI concepts (transformers, scaling laws, capabilities evaluations) and governance (responsible scaling policies, compute governance). Deep familiarity with the key players and debates in the AI landscape. Whichever profile you come from, you must demonstrate genuine interest and potential in the other domain. AI experts should show they understand what makes great journalism; journalists should show they can engage seriously with technical AI developments. We also expect: Leadership experience. 5+ years of experience managing high-performing teams. You have good judgment about people, can have difficult conversations constructively, and know how to build and lead teams through organizational change. Exceptional project management skills. You build systems that scale, maintain standards under pressure, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks. You might have honed these skills at a leading newsroom, a high-performing startup, a top consulting firm, or a fast-growing AI institution. Independent execution. You take ownership of complex programs and drive them forward without needing constant direction, even when that means doing difficult or unusual work yourself. Talent identification. You can quickly assess whether someone will succeed in a demanding role. You've led hiring rounds before, and have experience evaluating work against world-class standards. You know the difference between "good" and "excellent" and can articulate why. Clear communication. Your writing is concise and persuasive. You can represent the organization professionally in high-stakes situations with newsrooms and stakeholders. Mission alignment. You believe in Tarbell's mission to support journalism that helps society navigate the development and deployment of advanced AI. We care more about evidence of these criteria than a conventional resume. If your background is unusual but you can demonstrate these capabilities, we want to hear from you. Salary and location We'll offer a salary of $115,000 - $160,000+ in the US; £75,000 - £90,000+ in the UK based on experience and seniority. Our benefits include: 33 days of annual leave in total (including national holidays) 16 weeks of paid parental leave, increasing to 24 weeks after 3 years of service $5,000 per year in professional development funding Up to 5% employer contribution towards a standard pension/401(k) For employees based in the US: Platinum health, dental, and vision plans, with 95% of premiums paid for by Tarbell . click apply for full job details
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Program Director, Fellowship Compensation: $115,000 - $160,000+ in the US; £75,000 - £90,000+ in the UK Location: London / San Francisco (preferred); New York or Washington DC possible. Application deadline: Sunday, March 8, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early if a strong candidate is hired. The Tarbell Fellowship is one of the most competitive journalism programs in the world. We select 20 fellows from 1,600+ applicants and provide fully-funded placements at Bloomberg, The Guardian, TIME, and MIT Technology Review. We're hiring a Fellowship Program Director to scale it during a critical period for AI reporting, leading the team that makes it happen. In your first year, you'll grow the program from 15 to 30+ fellows annually, with ownership of a $3.5M+ budget. Strong performers will have a clear path to Chief Programs Officer within 18-24 months, overseeing all talent programs with a combined budget of $8M+. This is a rare opportunity to build a global network of AI reporters with the knowledge and resources required to cover AI during a transformative period. About the Tarbell Center The Tarbell Center for AI Journalism supports journalism that helps society navigate the development and deployment of advanced AI. We provide funding and training to strengthen AI reporting at major news outlets. Since 2023, we've raised $20M in funding and supported 50+ journalists through fellowships, grants, and residencies. We're now entering a period of rapid expansion as we scale from a $4M budget in 2025 to $14M by 2027. Across our programs, we've supported a wide range of impactful reporting: Accountability reporting: Our journalists have broken corporate accountability stories about OpenAI's legal tactics against nonprofits and xAI violating its own safety policies . A recent investigation about Character.AI's failure to protect minors on its platform contributed to the company banning under-18s within a week of publication. AI policy coverage: Our reporters have produced expert policy analysis , revealed exclusive information about state-level AI policy developments, and investigated AI policy lobbying . Impacts from AI: Coverage of the impacts from current systems, ranging from the climate impacts to mass discrimination , and the emerging risks from frontier models, such as sabotaging shutdown mechanisms or helping engineer pandemics . Sensemaking: We've supported explanatory journalism that helps the public make sense of the circular funding deals , advancements in automating AI R&D , military integration , and developments in China . We believe journalism will be essential to helping society understand and respond to AI advancements in the coming years. By 2030, we aim to grow Tarbell into the leading institution supporting AI journalism globally - providing the funding and training needed to make that possible. About the role As Program Director, you'll lead the team behind our Tarbell Fellowship. The fellowship is in a strong position - $6.5m in secured funding, 25+ newsroom partnerships, and 1,600+ applications this year. We're now looking for an exceptional leader who can take this from 15 fellows to 30+ annually while maintaining the exceptionally high bar that has made the fellowship one of the most competitive journalism programs in the world. You'll own the fellowship end-to-end. That means setting the strategy, selecting the fellows, shaping the curriculum, and managing the team that executes it all. The Executive Director will be a thought partner, but the program is yours to run. What you'll inherit: A program that's achieved strong outcomes to date and is ready to scale 2x this year $6.5m in secured funding for the fellowship through 2027 Marketing and recruitment processes that recently attracted 1,600+ applications A team of 2 with experience spanning journalism, AI policy, and computer science Strong relationships with 25+ newsroom partners, including Bloomberg, The Guardian, and many morw A 3-month training curriculum, covering AI and journalism fundamentals Ideas for how to expand the fellowship in 2027 and beyond (e.g. adding a podcasting fellowship, a video/documentary fellowship, an editorial fellowship, a Substack fellowship) Strong performers will have a clear path to Chief Programs Officer within 18-24 months, overseeing the fellowship, residency, and future talent programs with a combined budget of $8M+. Responsibilities: Program strategy and leadership: You'll own the fellowship end-to-end. This means setting the vision, defining annual goals, and making the key decisions that determine whether the program succeeds. You'll work closely with the Executive Director as a thought partner, but the fellowship is yours to run. People management: You'll build and lead a growing team, starting with 2 direct reports, potentially growing to 5+ over time. This includes hiring, coaching, and developing your team members. "Hire the best, then invest" is a core operating value at Tarbell - you'll help your people develop into increasingly senior roles with greater responsibility. Fellow recruitment and selection: You'll design recruitment strategies to attract 2,000+ applications annually from top emerging journalists and AI talent globally. You'll lead our multi-stage vetting process-reviewing applications, evaluating writing samples, conducting interviews-and make final selection decisions. The top 0.1% of potential candidates should end up in our program; you'll ensure this happens. Training and curriculum: You'll oversee our 10-week AI Journalism Fundamentals course and week-long Bay Area Summit. This means shaping the curriculum, recruiting expert speakers and instructors, and continuously improving the program based on fellow feedback. Past speakers have included Jack Clark (Anthropic), Kevin Roose (NYT), Helen Toner (ex-OpenAI board), and senior reporters from the Financial Times, Bloomberg, and TIME. Systems and operations: You'll build scalable systems for recruitment, training, placement, and ongoing fellow support - ensuring the fellowship can grow from 15 to 30+ fellows without quality dropping. You'll create clear milestones, track progress, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Who we're looking for We're open to two distinct candidate profiles: deep expertise in journalism OR artificial intelligence. You need one, not both. Journalism profile: Substantial experience in professional journalism. You understand how newsrooms operate, what makes exceptional reporting, and can evaluate journalistic quality with rigor. You've likely worked at or closely with top-tier outlets, possibly as a senior editor. Ideally, you've trained journalists, and know how to turn people into world-class reporters. AI profile: Strong understanding of AI concepts (transformers, scaling laws, capabilities evaluations) and governance (responsible scaling policies, compute governance). Deep familiarity with the key players and debates in the AI landscape. Whichever profile you come from, you must demonstrate genuine interest and potential in the other domain. AI experts should show they understand what makes great journalism; journalists should show they can engage seriously with technical AI developments. We also expect: Leadership experience. 5+ years of experience managing high-performing teams. You have good judgment about people, can have difficult conversations constructively, and know how to build and lead teams through organizational change. Exceptional project management skills. You build systems that scale, maintain standards under pressure, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks. You might have honed these skills at a leading newsroom, a high-performing startup, a top consulting firm, or a fast-growing AI institution. Independent execution. You take ownership of complex programs and drive them forward without needing constant direction, even when that means doing difficult or unusual work yourself. Talent identification. You can quickly assess whether someone will succeed in a demanding role. You've led hiring rounds before, and have experience evaluating work against world-class standards. You know the difference between "good" and "excellent" and can articulate why. Clear communication. Your writing is concise and persuasive. You can represent the organization professionally in high-stakes situations with newsrooms and stakeholders. Mission alignment. You believe in Tarbell's mission to support journalism that helps society navigate the development and deployment of advanced AI. We care more about evidence of these criteria than a conventional resume. If your background is unusual but you can demonstrate these capabilities, we want to hear from you. Salary and location We'll offer a salary of $115,000 - $160,000+ in the US; £75,000 - £90,000+ in the UK based on experience and seniority. Our benefits include: 33 days of annual leave in total (including national holidays) 16 weeks of paid parental leave, increasing to 24 weeks after 3 years of service $5,000 per year in professional development funding Up to 5% employer contribution towards a standard pension/401(k) For employees based in the US: Platinum health, dental, and vision plans, with 95% of premiums paid for by Tarbell . click apply for full job details
Provide high-level technical leadership for integrated Shelter-WASH planning, ensuring compliance with national and cluster standards. Lead the technical design review for all infrastructure, including shelters, water systems, and sanitation facilities. Ensure compliance with Afghan Building Code, ES/NFI guidelines, MRRD manuals, Sphere standards, and AHF requirements. Lead development of BoQs, engineering drawings, assessments, and quality benchmarks. Serve as the technical focal point for quality assurance, risk mitigation, and environmental safeguards. Conduct and supervise WASH needs assessments, including water source evaluations, sanitation coverage, hygiene behavior surveys, and beneficiary selection in coordination with clusters and local authorities. Provide technical oversight for new construction/rehabilitation of water supply systems, construction of sanitation facilities, and design/rollout of hygiene promotion campaigns. Supervise and guide two WASH Engineers, hygiene promoters, and community mobilizers, ensuring quality technical implementation and capacity building of staff. Ensure WASH/Shelter interventions mainstream protection, gender, disability inclusion, and environmental considerations as per AHF and Cluster standards. Coordinate with logistics, procurement, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery of WASH supplies, construction materials, and construction support. Monitor implementation closely through regular site visits, ensuring quality control, adherence to technical specifications, and accountability to beneficiaries. Actively represent IRW in WASH and ESNFI regional Cluster and relevant coordination forums at provincial and regional levels, sharing updates to avoid duplication and ensure harmonization. Prepare and submit timely technical and narrative reports to the Provincial Manager (administrative line) and Senior Program Officer (Shelter and Infrastructure) for technical oversight, ensuring compliance with AHF requirements. Ensure reporting is in line with AHF standards, including submission of 5Ws to the WASH Cluster, situation reports, progress updates, and donor-specific reporting formats. Provide inputs for donor reporting on indicators, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned; ensure timely documentation of success stories and case studies. Establish and maintain strong relationships with communities, CDCs, local authorities, and humanitarian partners to ensure acceptance, ownership, and sustainability. Support accountability mechanisms, including feedback and complaint response systems, to ensure transparency and beneficiary satisfaction. Integrate MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) systems into WASH interventions, ensuring regular data collection, beneficiary feedback, and documentation of learning. Collaborate with the MEAL team to ensure tracking of indicators, water quality monitoring, hygiene promotion monitoring, and evaluation surveys aligned with AHF and Cluster requirements. Prepare RH selection criteria and ensure to meet and adhere to donor and WASH cluster requirements. Perform other tasks assigned by line management (technical and administrative) relevant to enhancing the quality and effectiveness of the WASH response. qualification It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with Islamic values and principles as well as commitment to Islamic Relief World wide's vision, mission and core values. Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications (Bullet Points) Graduate from Civil Engineering Faculty or equivalent Degree in Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering. Understanding and ability to smoothly design water supply networks using Water GEMS, AutoCAD, and similar software tools. At least 3-5 years of proven technical supervision experience in WASH interventions, preferably in emergency/earthquake contexts. Fluency in English, both in verbal communication and writing. Previous successful experience implementing WASH projects funded by AHF/UNOCHA or other humanitarian donors. Demonstrated knowledge of WASH Cluster standards, water supply systems, sanitation infrastructure, and hygiene promotion methodologies. Strong experience in needs assessments, beneficiary targeting, and community mobilization in post-disaster contexts. High level of communication, interpersonal, representation, and negotiation skills. Experience in capacity building, supervision of engineers, and training delivery. Good understanding of cross-cutting issues including gender, protection, disability inclusion, and environment. Knowledge of safety and security measures in field operations. Key Personal Qualities (Bullet Points) Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage local communities. Ability to work in high-stress environments and meet deadlines. Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills. Commitment to Islamic Relief's values, vision, and humanitarian principles. Submission Guideline Interested and qualified national candidates should submit a cover letter explaining their motivation and an updated CV to the following link: The closing date for accepting applications is13 December 2025 Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered, and only short-listed candidates will be called for written test. Islamic Relief Worldwide - Afghanistanis committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women and persons with disabilities. Job Overview Announced date : Dec. 4, 2025 Number of Jobs: 1 Salary : As per company salary scale Contract Type : Fixed-term Contract Duration : 8 month Employment Type : Full Time Nationality : Afghan Minimum Education : Bachelor's Degree Organization Information Islamic Relief Worldwide Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is an international, non-profitable, non-governmental humanitarian relief organization with its head quarter in Birmingham, UK. It enjoys consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations and is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for International Red Cross and red Crescent Moments and NGOs in Disaster Relief. Islamic Relief has been working in Afghanistan for more than 23 years, providing emergency relief and implementing life-changing development projects for some of the most vulnerable people in the country. Islamic Relief set up our first Afghanistan office in 1999. Since then, IRA continued providing assistances in emergency relief, food security, livelihood, education, health, nutrition, shelter, orphan sponsorship, Ramadan and Qurbani programmes.
Feb 17, 2026
Full time
Provide high-level technical leadership for integrated Shelter-WASH planning, ensuring compliance with national and cluster standards. Lead the technical design review for all infrastructure, including shelters, water systems, and sanitation facilities. Ensure compliance with Afghan Building Code, ES/NFI guidelines, MRRD manuals, Sphere standards, and AHF requirements. Lead development of BoQs, engineering drawings, assessments, and quality benchmarks. Serve as the technical focal point for quality assurance, risk mitigation, and environmental safeguards. Conduct and supervise WASH needs assessments, including water source evaluations, sanitation coverage, hygiene behavior surveys, and beneficiary selection in coordination with clusters and local authorities. Provide technical oversight for new construction/rehabilitation of water supply systems, construction of sanitation facilities, and design/rollout of hygiene promotion campaigns. Supervise and guide two WASH Engineers, hygiene promoters, and community mobilizers, ensuring quality technical implementation and capacity building of staff. Ensure WASH/Shelter interventions mainstream protection, gender, disability inclusion, and environmental considerations as per AHF and Cluster standards. Coordinate with logistics, procurement, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery of WASH supplies, construction materials, and construction support. Monitor implementation closely through regular site visits, ensuring quality control, adherence to technical specifications, and accountability to beneficiaries. Actively represent IRW in WASH and ESNFI regional Cluster and relevant coordination forums at provincial and regional levels, sharing updates to avoid duplication and ensure harmonization. Prepare and submit timely technical and narrative reports to the Provincial Manager (administrative line) and Senior Program Officer (Shelter and Infrastructure) for technical oversight, ensuring compliance with AHF requirements. Ensure reporting is in line with AHF standards, including submission of 5Ws to the WASH Cluster, situation reports, progress updates, and donor-specific reporting formats. Provide inputs for donor reporting on indicators, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned; ensure timely documentation of success stories and case studies. Establish and maintain strong relationships with communities, CDCs, local authorities, and humanitarian partners to ensure acceptance, ownership, and sustainability. Support accountability mechanisms, including feedback and complaint response systems, to ensure transparency and beneficiary satisfaction. Integrate MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) systems into WASH interventions, ensuring regular data collection, beneficiary feedback, and documentation of learning. Collaborate with the MEAL team to ensure tracking of indicators, water quality monitoring, hygiene promotion monitoring, and evaluation surveys aligned with AHF and Cluster requirements. Prepare RH selection criteria and ensure to meet and adhere to donor and WASH cluster requirements. Perform other tasks assigned by line management (technical and administrative) relevant to enhancing the quality and effectiveness of the WASH response. qualification It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with Islamic values and principles as well as commitment to Islamic Relief World wide's vision, mission and core values. Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications (Bullet Points) Graduate from Civil Engineering Faculty or equivalent Degree in Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering. Understanding and ability to smoothly design water supply networks using Water GEMS, AutoCAD, and similar software tools. At least 3-5 years of proven technical supervision experience in WASH interventions, preferably in emergency/earthquake contexts. Fluency in English, both in verbal communication and writing. Previous successful experience implementing WASH projects funded by AHF/UNOCHA or other humanitarian donors. Demonstrated knowledge of WASH Cluster standards, water supply systems, sanitation infrastructure, and hygiene promotion methodologies. Strong experience in needs assessments, beneficiary targeting, and community mobilization in post-disaster contexts. High level of communication, interpersonal, representation, and negotiation skills. Experience in capacity building, supervision of engineers, and training delivery. Good understanding of cross-cutting issues including gender, protection, disability inclusion, and environment. Knowledge of safety and security measures in field operations. Key Personal Qualities (Bullet Points) Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage local communities. Ability to work in high-stress environments and meet deadlines. Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills. Commitment to Islamic Relief's values, vision, and humanitarian principles. Submission Guideline Interested and qualified national candidates should submit a cover letter explaining their motivation and an updated CV to the following link: The closing date for accepting applications is13 December 2025 Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered, and only short-listed candidates will be called for written test. Islamic Relief Worldwide - Afghanistanis committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women and persons with disabilities. Job Overview Announced date : Dec. 4, 2025 Number of Jobs: 1 Salary : As per company salary scale Contract Type : Fixed-term Contract Duration : 8 month Employment Type : Full Time Nationality : Afghan Minimum Education : Bachelor's Degree Organization Information Islamic Relief Worldwide Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is an international, non-profitable, non-governmental humanitarian relief organization with its head quarter in Birmingham, UK. It enjoys consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations and is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for International Red Cross and red Crescent Moments and NGOs in Disaster Relief. Islamic Relief has been working in Afghanistan for more than 23 years, providing emergency relief and implementing life-changing development projects for some of the most vulnerable people in the country. Islamic Relief set up our first Afghanistan office in 1999. Since then, IRA continued providing assistances in emergency relief, food security, livelihood, education, health, nutrition, shelter, orphan sponsorship, Ramadan and Qurbani programmes.
