Programme Administrator

Overview

Guardian News & Media is now looking for a to provide administrative support to the Legacies of Enslavement programme team.

Legacies of Enslavement is a 10-year restorative justice initiative launched in response to the Guardian founders' links to transatlantic slavery. This position is a fixed-term contract for two years.

About the Role

• Support and document key project meetings.
• Organise travel bookings, including any visa or entry requirements and insurance for the team.
• Assist in day-to-day budget management, processing expenses, invoices, and payments to freelancers.
• Maintain the team's administration and operational processes, including programme contacts, engagements, and impact trackers.
• Work with the Programme Coordinator to support the Restorative Justice workstream, particularly in monitoring community engagement.
• Support the Scott Trust Bursaries and Mid-Career Fellowships workstreams.

About You

• At least three years of relevant administration experience.
• Experience supporting multiple individuals concurrently and those based overseas.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in working efficiently and effectively without supervision.
• Experience coordinating complex work projects, such as travel itineraries or cross-organisational schemes.
• Previous experience in a social or racial justice-oriented role is preferred but not essential.
• Experience with international programmes is a plus.
• A demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to this role is highly valued.

Guardian News & Media actively encourage applications from candidates who are Black, Asian, minority ethnic, or from other groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media. Guardian News & Media value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people and aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects Guardian News & Media's audience.

Many of Guardian News & Media's staff work flexibly, and Guardian News & Media will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits & Policies

• Six weeks annual leave per annum.
• Generous pension scheme: if you contribute 5%, Guardian News & Media will contribute 8-12% depending on your age.
• Life cover, income protection, sick pay, and eye tests are provided.
• Dental insurance is available.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave policies.
• Support for IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality.

Culture & Wellbeing

Guardian News & Media champion diversity of thought and strive to create an inclusive workplace. Guardian News & Media's employee forums provide platforms to foster this environment. Guardian News & Media offer tools to prioritise wellbeing, including free yoga and pilates, alongside a corporate gym membership and cycle-to-work scheme.

Learning & Development

Guardian News & Media encourage personal and professional growth, offering access to various tools and support for pursuing professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Guardian News & Media's Working Environment

Guardian News & Media take pride in Guardian News & Media's surroundings, offering versatile meeting rooms and vibrant communal areas. Guardian News & Media's canteen provides meals throughout the day, with lovely views overlooking Regent's Canal.