Remote Support Officer job at CIVICUS

JOB ALERT: CIVICUS RECRUITMENT 2026

Organisation: CIVICUS
Position: Strategic Initiatives Support Officer
Location: Global alliance; remote collaboration experience required
Employment Type: Check the official job description
Date Posted: 9 October 2026
Application Deadline: 22 October 2026 at 11:59 PM SAST

ABOUT CIVICUS

CIVICUS is a global alliance of more than 15,000 members across over 180 countries. It works to defend civic freedoms, strengthen civil society, promote accountability, and amplify excluded voices, particularly those from the Global South.

ABOUT THE ROLE

CIVICUS is seeking a highly organised professional with excellent writing and editing skills to provide project and administrative support to its Strategic Initiatives workstream.

The successful candidate will support funder engagement, grant management, resource mobilisation, organisational strategy, annual planning, budgeting, knowledge management, evaluation, and learning. The role also includes supporting implementation of the Norad Civic Space grant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support funder engagement, grant management, and resource mobilisation.
2. Prepare and edit funder reports, correspondence, briefing materials, and knowledge products.
3. Support organisational strategy development, annual planning, and budgeting.
4. Assist with knowledge management, evaluation, and organisational learning.
5. Support the implementation of the Norad Civic Space grant.
6. Conduct research and synthesise information for different audiences, including funders, policymakers, and internal teams.
7. Help coordinate multiple projects, processes, and deadlines.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

1. A bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Gender Studies, Sociology, Political Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
2. At least five years of relevant professional experience, preferably in civil society, international development, or a similar setting.
3. Excellent written and spoken English, with strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
4. Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively with different audiences.
5. Strong organisational, research, analytical, and time-management skills.
6. Commitment to human rights and social justice.
7. Experience working remotely with internationally distributed teams.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management applications.
9. Experience supporting grant management or funder reporting.
10. Knowledge of civil society and civic space issues.
11. Knowledge of at least one additional UN language is an advantage.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must prepare:

1. A comprehensive CV outlining educational and professional qualifications, employment history, responsibilities, and relevant achievements.
2. A cover note of no more than one page explaining their motivation for applying.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

CIVICUS explicitly states that AI-generated CVs, résumés, and cover letters are not permitted. All application materials must be written by applicants themselves and accurately reflect their qualifications, skills, and experience. Applications containing AI-generated materials will not be considered.

Applicants are also advised to complete the online application form manually rather than using autofill.

HOW TO APPLY

Read the official vacancy announcement and submit your application through the links below.

Apply Online:
CIVICUS Careers Portal

Official Vacancy Announcement:
Strategic Initiatives Support Officer – Full Details

Download the Job Description:
Official Job Description PDF

SHORTLISTING NOTICE

Shortlisted candidates are expected to be contacted within three weeks after the application deadline to arrange interviews.

Application Deadline: 22 October 2026, 11:59 PM SAST