Global Artivism, a Global Majority-led movement dedicated to advancing justice through arts and culture, is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a 12-month remote independent contractor engagement. This is a unique opportunity to work fully remotely from anywhere in the world, with priority given to applicants from the Global South. The role offers a monthly fee of USD $2,500–$3,500 and the chance to contribute to a globally connected social justice initiative.
About Global Artivism
Global Artivism recognizes art and culture as powerful tools for social transformation. Led primarily by individuals and communities most affected by injustice, particularly across the Global South, the movement mobilizes artists, activists, and cultural workers to build a more just and sustainable world. The initiative promotes collaboration across regions and supports efforts addressing social justice, ecological integrity, and collective liberation.
Core Principles of the Movement
- Global Majority leadership and South-South solidarity
- Distributed power and fluid leadership
- Artists at the center of movement-building strategies
- Intersectional and community-centered approaches
- Trust-building before organizational scale
- Emergent and adaptive methods of working
- Transparency and accountability
The movement is governed by a Global Council composed of artists, activists, and movement leaders from different regions.
About the Project Manager Role
The selected Project Manager will serve as a key operational coordinator within the Movement Secretariat, working closely with the Operations Director and collaborating with internal teams, external consultants, governance leads, and fiscal sponsors. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy organizing complex systems, managing workflows, and supporting distributed teams across multiple time zones.
Key Responsibilities
Workflow and Project Coordination
- Track project deliverables and timelines
- Coordinate activities across multiple workstreams
- Maintain project documentation and records
- Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks
- Prepare meeting agendas, briefings, and status reports
- Manage the organization’s ClickUp project management environment
Contracts and Vendor Management
- Coordinate contracts for consultants, vendors, and partners
- Manage contract trackers and compliance requirements
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes
- Liaise with fiscal sponsors regarding contract administration
- Maintain vendor databases and relationship records
Financial Operations Support
- Assist with expense tracking and invoice coordination
- Support budget monitoring activities
- Maintain financial documentation
- Flag financial discrepancies when necessary
Systems and Tools Administration
- ClickUp
- Humaans
- Google Workspace
- Slack
- Shared organizational documentation systems
Candidate Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Experience coordinating workflows and operational systems within distributed organizations
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Experience handling contracts and vendor relationships
- Familiarity with digital collaboration tools
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong judgment and discretion when handling confidential information
- Commitment to the values and mission of Global Artivism
- Capacity to work independently as a contractor
Experience gained through grassroots organizations, community movements, cooperatives, and civil society initiatives is considered equally valuable to formal corporate or nonprofit experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working within international NGOs or social movements
- Knowledge of fiscal sponsorship models
- Familiarity with financial management platforms
- Experience supporting remote-first teams
- Multilingual communication skills
Compensation and Benefits
- Monthly fee: USD $2,500 to $3,500
- Flexible remote working arrangements
- Access to global networks of artists, activists, and cultural leaders
- Professional development opportunities
- Participation in movement learning spaces
- Opportunities to collaborate with international changemakers
Commitment to Global South Leadership
Global Artivism places significant emphasis on Global South and Global Majority leadership. The movement actively values lived experience, community organizing backgrounds, and grassroots leadership alongside formal professional qualifications. Applicants with experience in social justice movements, cultural organizing, advocacy, and community-led initiatives are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit an Expression of Interest through the official application process before the deadline. Applicants will need to provide:
- Personal and contact information
- Professional profile or CV
- Responses to motivation and values-alignment questions
- Confirmation of independent contractor status
- Country of residence and service provision
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 10 June 2026
- Shortlisted Candidates Contacted: By 11 June 2026
- Contract Start Date: June 2026
- Contract Duration: 12 months (renewable based on performance and funding)
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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For inquiries, contact the official organization directly. Do not send applications to GSO.
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