The Council of Europe Programme Office in Podgorica implements projects and programmes which aim to support Montenegro in fulfilling the Council of Europe standards in the field of human rights, the rule of law and democracy. You will be part of the team implementing the Project “Youth Initiatives for a Louder Voice against Discrimination and Hatred in the Western Balkans“1.This 36-month project, which is expected to start in January 2027, aims at supporting the beneficiaries in Albania, Montenegro and in Kosovo2 in addressing discrimination, hatred and racism at local level while promoting social inclusion – with attention to Youth from different groups at risks of marginalization.1Subject to the signature of the contract with the donor and the actual implementation period of the project.2All reference to Kosovo, whether the territory, institutions or population, in this text shall be understood in full compliance with United Nations’ Security Council Resolution 1244 and without prejudice to the status of Kosovo. As a Project Officer, you will play a key role in implementing the project’s activities related to Montenegro, as well as assisting in the implementation of the activities at regional level. More specifically, you will:contribute to the development of the project workplan and other relevant planning documents relating to Montenegro;contribute to the design, organisation, co-ordination, implementation and follow-up of project activities in Montenegro, in accordance with the project workplan and calendar of activities, in close co-ordination with the project team at headquarters (HQ) and in co-operation with local partners, stakeholders and consultants; report implementation difficulties and suggest adjustments as necessary;contribute to regional activities on anti-discrimination, combating racism and hatred, and promoting diversity, including by facilitating the participation of local stakeholders and ensuring timely follow-up on requests relating to the regional dimension of the project;establish and maintain working relationships with relevant national and international stakeholders, including public authorities, international organisations and non-governmental organisations, particularly those active in the fields of anti-discrimination, combating hatred, diversity and equality, with attention to the youth dimension;contribute to the preparation and drafting of project-related documents, including reports, terms of reference, briefings, speaking notes, speeches and meeting documentation, as well as editing, translating and proofreading documents in English and Montenegrin;contribute to the implementation of procurement procedures required for project activities, including the preparation and verification of purchase files, draft contracts and payment documents, and follow up on related expenditure in accordance with Council of Europe regulations and procedures and donor requirements;contribute to the visibility of the project by drafting web news items and press releases, organising visibility activities, disseminating information and providing input on publications;contribute to the efficient functioning of the Council of Europe Programme Office in Podgorica, regularly inform the Office management about project implementation and co-ordinate activities within the broader framework of the Office's work;co-supervise the work of the project assistant based in Pristina, in relation to the implementation of project activities.