Work for democracy

Work for democracy

Our global workforce supports transformational change in governance worldwide. Through our work, we reduce corruption, tackle climate change, improve electoral integrity, and help more people contribute to decision-making. If you share our passion for supporting democracies to evolve, become stronger and make lives better, we’d love to welcome you to our team.
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Stronger democracies start with people

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30+

nationalities in our workforce

60%

of senior roles are held by women

95%

of staff say WFD makes a positive difference

Our current vacancies

Programme Coordinator - Serbia (August 2025)

An experienced Programme Coordinator is required to play an active role in developing WFD’s programme in Serbia.

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Why work with us?

We are a diverse, global organisation

WFD has staff around the world and in the UK, and our in-country teams lead our work with their local knowledge and wide-ranging expertise.

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We are determined to strengthen democracy

As threats to freedom grow, we’re more committed than ever to our mission to strengthen democracy worldwide. If you feel the same way, you’re in the right place. 

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We only succeed when you do

Our programmes are our people. Everything we do depends on our teams being able to thrive, so we pride ourselves on our supportive environment and benefits.

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Your wellbeing comes first 

Flexible and remote working. Wellbeing days. A warm and welcoming culture. At WFD, we make your wellbeing a priority – as we shape a positive future for democracy together. 

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A team of diverse talents

Our team brings people together across many time zones, languages and areas of expertise. Some have worked in organisations focused on governance and democracy. Many have not – but now use their skills at WFD, strengthening democracy to create positive change for people and our planet. We bring together experts in programme design and delivery, research, finance, operations and communications, along with specialists in gender and inclusion, parliaments, elections and more. Our team includes people at every stage of their careers, all united by a shared goal. 

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An inclusive place to excel

We know diversity is a strength, and we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities, people with a disability and people with gender diverse identities. We also recognise that people with protected characteristics often face challenges in the job market, and we are committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to work at WFD.  

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Supporting your work-life balance 

Everyone works best when work commitments fit alongside everything else that matters in life. We offer a range of flexible working options for many roles, including flexitime, compressed hours, remote working and part-time contracts. Most roles at WFD are also suitable for job sharing and this will be made clear in job adverts.  

 

 

Benefits and wellbeing

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you and your career grow. This is what you can expect:

Benefits in all locations 

  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Flexible and agile working options
  • Four wellbeing days each year
  • Generous annual leave allowance (in addition to public holidays)
  • Internal mentoring programme
  • Learning and development grant
  • Management development programme
  • Multiple additional leave options, including enhanced sick leave, enhanced parental leave, study leave and special leave
  • Performance related pay
  • Remote working allowance 

Variable benefits (depending on location)

  • Childcare vouchers*
  • Cycle to work scheme*
  • Eye test and spectacles vouchers*
  • Medical insurance benefit**
  • Pension scheme
  • Retailer discounts*
  • Season ticket loan scheme*
  • Sports club membership*  

*UK only 

** Non-UK 

Wellbeing support

Our support for wellbeing is growing all the time. It includes:  

  • Agile working opportunities in our locations worldwide
  • Confidential counselling as part of our Employee Assistance Programme
  • Medical insurance provision for staff outside the UK.
  • Wellbeing focal points – a first point-of-call for staff to discuss any concerns 

Our recruitment process

Wherever you are, it is straightforward to apply for vacancies at WFD.  

  • Apply online with your CV and covering letter through our PeopleHR system.
  • If you are shortlisted, we will ask you to join us for a panel interview, either online or in person. This might include a short presentation or task. We will work with you to find a time that suits.
  • We often follow this with a second interview, to get to know you better and give you a chance to meet our team.  
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As a Disability Confident employer in the UK, WFD is committed to equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities. This includes a guaranteed interview policy for candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and reasonable adjustments to remove potential disadvantages and barriers for candidates. We also support our colleagues by making reasonable adjustments throughout their employment with WFD. WFD is a Level 1: Disability Confident (Confirmed) Employer. Visit the gov.uk website to find out more about the disability confident scheme.

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We are accredited by UK Best Companies

This accreditation recognises our good levels of workplace engagement, and we continue to work hard to build on this and achieve even better for all of our people.

Do you have questions?

We hope we have covered everything, but our People team is here to help if you have any other questions about working for Westminster Foundation for Democracy. Contact our People team.

Complaints procedure

We want everyone who applies for a role at WFD to have a positive experience. If you are unhappy with any aspect of our recruitment process, however, you can raise a complaint by emailing our People and Culture Director. We aim to respond within 14 days. Email our People and Culture Director