Programme Coordinator, Europe
Center for Global Development
Full-time
On-site
London London
Job Opportunity with CGD Europe
The Center for Global Development (CGD) is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit policy research organisation in Washington, DC and London, UK (CGD Europe) that focuses on the issues and institutions that are critical to inclusive development. Since its creation in 2001, CGD has earned a global reputation as a highly effective “think-and-do tank.” Through rigorous empirical research and active engagement with the global policy community, we focus on the policy intersections of low- and middle-income countries and the governments, institutions, and corporations that can be partners in delivering greater progress.
CGD Europe seeks a full-time Programme Coordinator for its Europe Programme. The Programme Coordinator will report and provide high quality administrative and programmatic management support to Catarina Afonso dos Santos, Senior Programme Manager, but will also work closely with the two Co-Directors Mikaela Gavas and Ian Mitchell, as well as other CGD associates and fellows.
The successful candidate will have strong grant and project management, organizational, administrative, and writing skills, plus an interest in international development and ability to communicate well with partners. The incumbent must be able to exercise discretion, good judgment, and significant initiative, while operating with little supervision.
Responsibilities include:
Programme management
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:
This is a full-time position based in London, and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Applicant should submit a CV and covering letter, outlining how they meet the requirements of the role.
The role would based in London and the post-holder would be expected to spend a minimum of three days a week in the office. One of these days is set by the Europe team programme directors, currently Wednesday; and there is a monthly face-to-face all-office team lunch, usually on Tues, Weds or Thursday.
- Job title: Programme Coordinator, Europe Programme
- Location: London, UK
- Salary: £ 32,550 per annum
- Posting date: 03 July 2025
- Closing date: 17 July 2025 @ 10:00 AM BST
The Center for Global Development (CGD) is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit policy research organisation in Washington, DC and London, UK (CGD Europe) that focuses on the issues and institutions that are critical to inclusive development. Since its creation in 2001, CGD has earned a global reputation as a highly effective “think-and-do tank.” Through rigorous empirical research and active engagement with the global policy community, we focus on the policy intersections of low- and middle-income countries and the governments, institutions, and corporations that can be partners in delivering greater progress.
CGD Europe seeks a full-time Programme Coordinator for its Europe Programme. The Programme Coordinator will report and provide high quality administrative and programmatic management support to Catarina Afonso dos Santos, Senior Programme Manager, but will also work closely with the two Co-Directors Mikaela Gavas and Ian Mitchell, as well as other CGD associates and fellows.
The successful candidate will have strong grant and project management, organizational, administrative, and writing skills, plus an interest in international development and ability to communicate well with partners. The incumbent must be able to exercise discretion, good judgment, and significant initiative, while operating with little supervision.
Responsibilities include:
Programme management
- Supporting the two programme co-directors and senior programme manager on grant management, including tracking progress of outputs, deliverables and results, and tracking expenditure and processing expenses for the Europe programme.
- Setting up internal milestones and monitoring project deliverables against contractual requirements, namely on Salesforce.
- Contributing to the production of narrative and financial reports to donors and supporting the preparation of grant proposals, as necessary.
- Assisting with the management of contracts with consultants for commissioned work.
- Managing shared programme folders and ensuring programme knowledge is easily accessible.
- Supporting the Senior Programme Manager in drafting contract specifications and carrying out due diligence on partners in collaboration with colleagues in CGD Europe’s Finance and Operations Team.
- Assisting with communications outputs and development of products, events and materials.
- Liaising and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Performing other duties as necessary in support of team’s program administration.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:
- Undergraduate degree in a related field required.
- 1-2 years professional experience in supporting the organization of large, complex programs, ideally in international development cooperation.
- Experience of producing donor narrative and financial reporting.
- Proven ability to manage multiple and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while exercising good judgment.
- Familiarity and interest in global development.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are a necessity.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in English, a second European language would be desirable.
- Strong experience with Microsoft Office/365, including MS Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Salesforce/database management desirable.
- Poise and can-do attitude. Comfort working independently, with small groups, and with senior staff. Ability to advance projects with hands-off supervision.
- Must have the right to live and work in the UK.
This is a full-time position based in London, and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Applicant should submit a CV and covering letter, outlining how they meet the requirements of the role.
The role would based in London and the post-holder would be expected to spend a minimum of three days a week in the office. One of these days is set by the Europe team programme directors, currently Wednesday; and there is a monthly face-to-face all-office team lunch, usually on Tues, Weds or Thursday.
CGD/E is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and celebrates fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. All persons will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, parental status, veteran status, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation.