The Blavatnik School of Government is dedicated to improving global governance and public policymaking. We achieve this through teaching, research, and engagement with leaders and practitioners. Our school is located in an award-winning building in Oxford and offers a collaborative and dynamic environment. We organize various events and talks with guest speakers, and provide social activities for staff members such as coffee mornings, Halloween events, and holiday parties.

As an employer, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and offer a range of benefits including a contributory pension scheme, generous annual leave, family leave schemes, childcare services, cycle loans, discounted travel options, and access to social and sports clubs. We also provide opportunities for remote working. For more information about job opportunities at our school, please visit our jobs page.

We are currently seeking a talented Project Officer to join the Learning from the Right Project. This project aims to engage leading thinkers on the political right in conversations and publish an edited volume to enhance civic and political education in universities worldwide. Reporting to the Project Director, the Project Officer will be responsible for financial and administrative tasks, project management, ensuring high-quality delivery, budget monitoring, handling external inquiries, organizing meetings and events, and contributing to the project’s online presence. This is a part-time position (0.8FTE/30 hours per week) and has a fixed-term contract until December 31, 2024.

To be successful in this role, you should have an undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as political philosophy, political science, economics, law, or public policy. Proficiency in project management, meeting deadlines and budgets, and delivering high-quality outcomes is essential. We value a flexible and proactive approach to work, self-motivation, resilience, and the ability to adapt to changing needs. Strong problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and numeracy skills are also important, as well as familiarity with financial data.

To apply for this position, please upload your CV and a supporting statement as PDF files, indicating your name and the document type in the filename. Additionally, provide details of two referees as part of your online application. The deadline for applications is 12:00 noon (UK time) on Monday, January 22, 2024