Senior Project Manager – Eyes On Russia

Centre for Information Resilience

. Manage delivery of the Eyes on Russia flagship open-source research project .

Posted 10/6/2026contractLondon • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement within complex, multi-donor environments. Proven ability to deliver impactful projects on time and within budget while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies.

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Project ManagementFinancial ManagementStakeholder EngagementRisk MitigationTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningFinancial ForecastingImpact ReportingRisk ManagementData CollectionBudget DesignProposal DevelopmentContract AdministrationMonitoring And Evaluation (MEL)Compliance Management

Soft Skills

Team MotivationRelationship BuildingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

UK Security Check (SC) Clearance

Industry Keywords

Open-Source ResearchDonor RegulationsCapacity-BuildingData ProtectionCyber SecurityAnti-CorruptionConflict SensitivityFragile SettingsUkrainian State InstitutionsMulti-Donor Programme

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage delivery of the Eyes on Russia flagship open-source research project
Design and operationalise project management mechanisms, including planning, progress tracking, risk management, reporting, and learning
Design team structure and roles to ensure appropriate expertise and resources for effective delivery
Oversee donor communications regarding budgets, expenditure, risk management, and contract administration
Design project budgets aligned with workplans, CIR cost-recovery targets, and donor approval requirements
Develop financial forecasts, oversee expenditure, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Collaborate with Project Leadership, technical staff, and the MEL team to develop and maintain a MEL framework, Theory of Change, Results Framework, and data collection and synthesis mechanisms
Generate solutions to strategic and day-to-day project delivery challenges while maximising impact, complying with donor regulations, staying within budget, and motivating staff
Ensure compliance with policies on data protection, cyber security, anti-corruption, safeguarding, conflict sensitivity, and the Code of Conduct
Support business development by identifying funding opportunities, building client relationships, and preparing proposals, bids, and tender submissions
Support hiring and recruitment through team planning, candidate assessments, interviews, and onboarding
Work within a multi-donor, multi-year programme with a globally distributed team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale projects to deadline, within budget, and with evidenced measurable impact
Substantial experience implementing projects funded by the UK government and knowledge of associated policies, regulations, and operating procedures
Strong understanding of project planning, financial management, impact reporting, and risk mitigation
Experience managing and motivating interdisciplinary and multinational teams
Experience building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including donors, beneficiaries, and partner organisations
Fluency in English
UK Security Check (SC) clearance, or eligibility to obtain it
Desirable: proven track record delivering research, capacity-building, or communications projects
Desirable: experience safeguarding investigators and ensuring data security during sensitive research
Desirable: contextual knowledge and experience
Desirable: experience working in Ukraine or with Ukrainian state institutions
Desirable: experience delivering projects in conflict-affected or fragile settings
CV with a brief note about availability and areas of expertise
Ability to work full time, 5 days per week, Monday to Friday
UK-based

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities to take on new challenges and grow skills and experience
Optional travel to Ukraine