Country Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Montenegro.

📋 Description

• Conduct background investigations on individuals or organizations seeking support and provide recommendations.

• Participate in the evaluation of grant requests, encompassing content analysis, information validation, and reference checks.

• Guide applicants in refining their proposals for submission.

• Maintain communication with the donor community and share updates regarding donor support for Montenegrin civil society and independent media initiatives.

• Analyze ongoing European integration processes and their effects on democracy support and democratization efforts.

• Monitor initiatives supported by EED and offer regular feedback and evaluations.

• Ensure that funds are utilized appropriately and that activities are executed as planned.

• Provide technical assistance to beneficiaries as needed and when appropriate.

• Offer logistical support for EED Secretariat missions and interactions with Montenegrin grantees.

• Identify and engage with key stakeholders relevant to the EED mandate in collaboration with the EED Programme Team.

• Assist in evaluating narrative reports submitted by grant beneficiaries.

• Work under the direct supervision of the EED Programme Manager, with overall guidance from the EED Director of Programmes.

⛳️ Requirements

• Relevant professional experience, such as working with civil society organizations.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Montenegrin/Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian and English languages.

• Capacity to maintain complete confidentiality regarding all assigned tasks and associated documentation.

• Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, and tact when engaging with diverse groups of individuals.

• Capability to develop strong working relationships both internally and externally across all levels.

• High standards of personal and professional conduct.

• Ability to thrive in a multicultural environment.

• References that attest to suitability for fulfilling the assigned duties.

• Submission of a CV, motivation letter, and contact details for two referees is mandatory for application.

• The consultant must be based in Podgorica, Montenegro.

🏝️ Benefits

• Potential for contract extension.

• Competitive consultancy contract fee rate based on experience level.