Technical Program Manager accountable for delivery of CXM's client accounts at dentsu. Collaborates with client management and project teams across various service lines and practice areas.
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Hybrid Project Director – International Counter Violent Extremism Programme
Posted 5 months ago
About the role
- Project Director leading strategic communications programme focused on countering disinformation at Zinc Network. Managing teams and ensuring impactful delivery of the programme across Central Asia.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall strategic leadership, management, and technical direction for the programme, serving as the primary liaison with donor and partners;
- Lead the design and delivery of evidence-based communication interventions to counter disinformation and violent extremist narratives;
- Oversee the development of strategies, work plans, and results frameworks aligned with donor priorities and regional needs;
- Manage cross-functional teams – including strategists, researchers, creatives, digital specialists, and regional partners – ensuring effective collaboration and knowledge integration;
- Represent Zinc Network to government counterparts, civil society partners, and international stakeholders across Central Asia;
- Oversee project implementation, budget management, and risk mitigation to ensure timely and compliant delivery;
- Ensure consistent application of safeguarding, security, and ethical communication principles;
- Provide senior oversight on reporting, MEL, and donor engagement, ensuring delivery of high-quality outputs and learning;
- Contribute to thought leadership and knowledge sharing within the broader strategic communications and counter-FIMI community.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree, or equivalent industry experience in communications, international development, security studies, behavioural science, or a related field;
- Senior-level experience managing international, donor-funded programmes (FCDO, USAID, EU, UN, or similar);
- Proven record in delivering strategic communications, counter-disinformation, or CVE programming, ideally in fragile or sensitive contexts;
- Demonstrated experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams and managing complex budgets and compliance frameworks;
- Regional knowledge and professional experience in Central Asia, with understanding of political, media, and cultural dynamics;
- Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and partnership management, including with governments, civil society, and media organisations;
- Experience applying behavioural science and audience insights to design communication interventions;
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to rapidly changing operational environments;
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to donors and high-level stakeholders;
- Data-first mindset, with comfort using analytics, media monitoring, and audience insight tools to guide strategy and decision-making;
- Working proficiency in Russian or a Central Asian language is advantageous.
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