Project Officer

  • COMMONWEALTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT FORUM
  • Feb 24, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Project Officer Ref: CLGF/PO2026

Location: London

Salary: £35,950 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term

The Commonwealth Local Government Forum (CLGF), a membership organisation which promotes and strengthens democratic local government across the Commonwealth and encourages the exchange of good practice in local government structures and services, is seeking a Project Officer

The mid-level Project Officer will support the delivery, monitoring, and reporting of donor-funded programmes. Working with the Head of Programmes and the Programmes Team, you will play a key role in project coordination, financial reporting, compliance, and monitoring and evaluation.

Qualifications

  • Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Proven experience in project or programme support, ideally within international development or donor-funded environments
  • Strong organisational, financial administration, and reporting skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Desirable: EU-funded project experience; M&E knowledge; bid development experience.

How to apply:

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Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom

Closing date: Monday, 16 March 2026, 1700hrs

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.