Director of Programme, Finance and Linguistic Services

Council of Europe

Strasbourg, France

The Council of Europe brings together 47 nations across the continent, with a shared aim of advancing democratic principles for the protection of individuals. You will have a pivotal part to play in our mission, as you take responsibility for programme and financial issues across the Council and supervise the operation of our Linguistic services. 

Enjoying a high degree of responsibility and impact, you will contribute to the setting of programme priorities, assess their financial implications and act as our Treasurer. At the same time, you will be a trusted adviser to the Rapporteur Groups of the Committee of Ministers and liaise with external auditors. 

Educated to university degree level, you will possess an extensive track record (at least 12 years) in policy development and programme, budgetary or financial management, backed by real flair for conceptual thinking at a strategic level. Getting the most from teams will naturally be second nature to you, as will networking and negotiating at political and diplomatic level. Finally, you should be fluent in either English or French, and have good knowledge of the other language. 

Applications may be made in English or French via our website at www.coe-recruitment.com and should be submitted before midnight CET on 15 March 2013.