Grant & Compliance Manager Programmes Collapse

Starting date: Mid June 2026

(38 hours/week) – Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands (remote work is not possible for this position).

Please note: Candidates must have a valid residence and work permit for the Netherlands to be considered.

Who we are

Free Press Unlimited’s mission is to ensure that independent news and independent information are available and remain accessible to everyone, especially to people living in countries where (press) freedom is absent or restricted. By supporting local media professionals and journalists, Free Press Unlimited helps ensure that people have continued access to the information they need to survive and to develop. Free Press Unlimited aims to create and expand freedom of expression by promoting press freedom and media diversity.

About the role

As Grant & Compliance Manager Programmes, you are responsible for ensuring that donor-funded programmes, with a strong focus on Latin America, are implemented in line with contractual, financial, and compliance requirements. You act as the link between programme teams, finance, and donors, ensuring that projects are delivered effectively, transparently, and in compliance with all relevant rules and agreements.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure donor compliance throughout the project cycle while supporting practical and effective programme implementation 
• Support proposal development, including budgets, results frameworks, and risk assessments in close collaboration with programme teams 
• Monitor budgets and financial expenditure, and proactively identify and address deviations 
• Coordinate high-quality donor reporting (financial and narrative) and ensure audit readiness and compliance with requirements 
• Manage grant documentation, contracts, and compliance processes in a structured and accessible way 
• Act as a sparring partner for programme teams on donor rules, risks, and implementation challenges 
• Support and strengthen internal processes, systems, and tools for grant and compliance management 

What we are looking for

We are looking for a structured, detail-oriented, and proactive professional who is comfortable working at the intersection of programmes, finance, and compliance. You are able to maintain oversight in a complex environment and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality, while also supporting collaboration across teams.

In addition, you bring:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in grant management, compliance, or project management in an international environment 
• Strong knowledge of donor regulations, compliance frameworks, and audit requirements 
• Experience with budget monitoring, financial reporting, and project cycle management 
• Ability to translate donor requirements into practical implementation guidance 
• Strong analytical and organisational skills with attention to detail 
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders 
• Fluency in English and Spanish. French is an asset
• Experience working in or with Latin America is required.
• Affinity with media development, journalism, or freedom of expression is an advantage 
• A proactive and solution-oriented working style

What we offer

We offer you the opportunity to contribute to a special mission. You will work in an exciting and challenging international working environment of 50 active committed colleagues who work both from home and in a nice office in the heart of Amsterdam. We are curious about your talents and your social drive to work with us on our mission.

We provide:

• A temporary contract from June 2026 to January 2027 (maternity cover).
• A gross monthly salary between €4.900,00 and €6.766,00 depending on experience (based on full-time employment).
• 8% holiday allowance 
• An excellent pension scheme 
• 25 days of paid leave per year 
• A vitality allowance 
• Fresh fruit at the workplace 
• Two additional public holidays of your choice 
• Laptop 
• Reimbursement of travel and home office expenses

Interested? 

We would love to hear from you. Please send your English CV and short cover letter (both in PDF format) no later than May 8, 2026 to Tamara Lunacek (HR Officer) via vacancies@freepressunlimited.org

For questions about the content of the position, you can contact Tamara Lunacek at lunacek@freepressunlimited.org

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.

Free Press Unlimited is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We believe diversity strengthens our work and improves our impact.

An assessment and screening will be part of the selection process.

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