Liberties is hiring for an Executive Director

The organization is seeking an Executive Director to steer its next chapter — implementing and strengthening its mission, foster partnerships and expanding influence.

The Executive Director of Liberties will be responsible for executive leadership. including strategy development, programmatic coordination, and operational and financial oversight.

Candidate profile

• Visionary leadership: demonstrated ability to inspire and lead a diverse multi-located team.
• Knowledge of policies in civil society and human rights in the EU sector: clear understanding of the stakeholder relationships and relevant institutions and previous engagement with EU policy on civil society and human rights.
• Success in fundraising and financial leadership: extensive experience and proven record in building strategic partnerships with diverse funding sources, from foundations to institutional funders to individuals, along with the organisational insight to oversee and sustain the financial health of the organisation.
• Coalition and network builder: demonstrable leadership in supporting and nurturing movements and networks at senior levels.
• Strategic thinker: strategist and advocate able to identify key opportunities and threats and inspire colleagues and allies to make change happen.
• A master communicator: demonstrated ability to adequately represent the organization in all forms and all media platforms also in highly demanding situations with the help of the Comms Team. Recognize the power and importance of delicate communications style in building relationships and championing the organization’s mission.
• Commitment to inclusion, diversity and well-being: deep understanding of and commitment to racial and gender equality and implementing fair practices and organisational culture. Experience in leading diverse international teams and fostering the well-being, inclusion and growth of team members. Astute in risk and crisis management, and well-versed in best practices with respect to safety and security.

Essential qualifications

• At least 5 years of leadership experience either as a single executive of a smaller organization or as a Head of department with a minimum of 10 people and substantial budget responsibility over €500,000 per annum within a bigger organization.
• Knowledge of the European civil sector, human rights and EU policy.
• Significant fundraising success and budget/financial management experience.
• Experience with capacity-building and regranting mechanisms.
• Graduate-level degree either in law, management, finance, or a related field.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a motivation letter to by 30 November 2025. Use the subject line “Executive Director – [Your Name]”. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.