Background

Democracy International (DI) is implementing the USAID-supported SUCCESS program which supports effective, representative and accountable governance in South Sudan. DI, in close collaboration with the School of Public Service (SPS) at the University of Juba, will implement a one year program to provide technical assistance to develop curriculum for NGO professionals which is practical and innovative. Through a partnership with SPS, DI is working to build and strengthen the skills of civil society professionals through an institutionalized approach to learning.

The mission of SPS is to build a cadre of skilled and dedicated public sector leaders. The School will offer certificate, diploma, and post-graduate degree programs catering to full-time professionals. Eventually, SPS also plans to offer programs in locations outside of Juba, as well as to provide specialized training including a track for CSO professional development.

Position

The STTA Curriculum Development Specialist will develop course materials, particularly case studies and practical exercises on at least three key courses to be offered at the SPS: (1) managing teams and people, (2) program evaluation and research, (3) project design and management, (4) leadership development, and (5) strategic planning. the case studies and exercise developed under this contract will be integrated into courses that already exist. The new materials developed via this contract are meant to augment, not replace, the existing courses and to increase the relevance of the courses to students from civil society.

This position will also be expected to plan, develop and produce the course materials within a specified timeline. The STTA Curriculum Developer will utilize best practices and adult learning principles to develop all instructional materials. The specialist is expected to work closely with University of Juba, School of Public Service personnel on design and delivery of the courses. The position will be co-located at the School of Public Service and will report to the SPS Director on all programmatic elements. Democracy International will provide administrative support to the specialist.

This short-term technical advisor (STTA) position will be based in Juba, South Sudan for a period of 3 months with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

Design

• Develop practical and engaging training materials (e.g., case studies and exercises) for adult learners. The materials should be relative to South Sudanese students and relate to the current development context in the country.
• Consult with faculty, staff and civil society groups when developing case studies and exercises to ensure relevance and effectiveness
• Train course instructors on the cases studies and exercises; also develop and deliver a comprehensive training program for instructors (through TOT) on best practices vis-à-vis teaching adult learners.
• In coordination with the instructors, pre-test the case studies and exercises with selected civil society individuals and make adjustments to the curricula before they are rolled out.
• In addition to developing exercises and case studies, help instructors develop/refine their courses and specific lesson plans to ensure they are suitable for NGO/CSO learners

Evaluation

• Develop and help implement a robust teaching quality assurance program tailored to Civil Society sector participants; train instructors on monitoring these aspects
• As part of that program, develop assessment approaches to evaluate the quality (including relevance and effectiveness) of course materials
• Develop and help implement a learner assessment approach that can measure learners’ understanding of the topic as it relates to civil society leadership

The current job description will be periodically revisited as needed to reflect current realities and project needs. Amendments can be added as required.

Deliverables

• Inception report – 2-3 page summary of consultant’s approach to achieving targeted deliverables
• 5 case studies/exercises (3 pages maximum- for each of the three courses listed above including accompanying materials, that will be integrated into the existing SPS courses)
• Instructor Guides to guide the delivery of the case studies/exercises
• Design and delivery of a 2 day workshop for instructors on the use of adult learning techniques, as well as on the developed case studies/exercises
• A 2-3 page summary report of the training including recommendations for follow-up.
• Pre-testing of case studies
• A 2-3 page summary report of the instructor assessment approach including recommendations for follow-up.
• A 2-3 page summary report of the learner assessment approach
• Final Report – 5-page maximum summarizing consultancy outcomes and recommendations for follow-up.

All deliverables should be developed in concert with the School of Public Service and submitted to Democracy International in a word document (font size 12) in line with deadlines outlined in the inception report.

Qualifications – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Technical Skills:

• Experience fulfilling responsibilities related to curriculum development, pre-testing, assessment, and instructor training
• Experience developing case studies and exercises. Experience developing courses similar to the following will be viewed as particularly valuable : (1) managing teams and people, (2) program evaluation and research, (3) project design and management, (4) leadership development, and (5) strategic planning (these are the five courses the incumbent will help design)
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Education, Organizational Development, or related fields (Master’s Degree preferred). Applicants with bachelor degrees in other fields will be accepted if they have experience developing and delivering courses and course materials in the area of civil society leadership development
• Knowledge of the East African region and its development, with an interest in South Sudan
• Knowledge of current instructional principles applicable to instructor-led learning programs; knowledge and experience applying adult learning principles
• Minimum 3 years demonstrated proficiency in designing courses and course materials

General Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment; good organization skills and time management skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Excellent oral and written English; excellent technical writing with strong proof-reading skills to produce error-free documents
• Ability to work well in teams; to build and maintain productive working relationships; to help colleagues succeed; and to promotes knowledge sharing
• Ability to analyze and proactively solve problems; seek out, evaluate, and synthesize information; offer alternative solutions; and exercise good judgment
• Ability to adapt to changing environments; resilient, positive, and flexible in the face of adversity

Because the incumbent will be working closely with the School of Public Service, s/he is expected to adhere to the School’s Core Values, found at www.SPS-UofJuba.org.

Interested candidates should prepare a 1-3 page cover letter outlining your interest in this position and list the three course curricula for which you are most qualified to develop.

Please submit cover letter with an updated CV which should include the applicant’s email address and telephone number, three professional references and their updated contact information to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/ no later than July 15, 2015. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Incomplete application packages will not be considered. The position is expected to begin as soon as a qualified candidate is identified.

Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

Primary Function:

The part-time Editor will be responsible for the oversight of all written materials—including proposals, applications, reports, professional articles, newsletters, website items, presentations, workplans, briefing documents, conference agendas, and other documents—to ensure the highest level of quality, accuracy, and professional presentation. He/she will make certain that all written work follows a uniform approach, including company style rules, to reinforce the brand identity of DI and to ensure the quality of DI written materials.

****Job Responsibilities****:

• Conceptualize, write, and edit written products to meet objectives of the assignment and the needs and requirements of the audience;
• Ensure publications and other written materials convey the style and message of DI;
• Ensure the accuracy of all written products;
• Copy edit and proofread content for both print and web in the most effective and timely manner, according to the AP Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style, and/or DI style guide;
• Edit documents to improve clarity, messaging, and alignment with DI brand and advise authors regarding changes in content, style, and organization;
• Meet project deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering, writing, review and approval;
• Maintain current knowledge of key editorial requirements and DI organizational goals;
• Maintain and update DI style guide;
• Educate, train and mentor colleagues about questions of writing style, usage, grammar and editorial judgment;
• Support timelines, compliance, and overall quality of all written materials;
• Stay on track to meet multiple and overlapping deadlines;
• Produce and review charts, graphs, tables, presentations, letters, and other documents as requested; and
• Organize, format, and design complex material, presentations, proposals, brochures, and other documents.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of experience in copy-editing and writing required;
• Demonstrated writing, editing and grammatical skills (writing samples required);
• Bachelor’s degree in related areas, such as English, Journalism, Communications, or Marketing required, Master’s preferred;
• Excellent copy-editing and proofreading skills;
• Familiarity with AP Stylebook and Chicago Manual of Style required;
• Strong commitment to editorial and content accuracy with a keen attention to detail;
• Background in international relief and development preferred;
• Strong computer skills, including experience with MSOffice, Adobe products, Photoshop, InDesign and web-based content management systems (Drupal, Wordpress), etc.;
• Self-starting team player able to set priorities and meet competing and demanding deadlines; and
• Exceptional organizational skills.

About DI:

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict-mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department, and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries.

DI is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and a writing sample to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Democracy International (DI) seeks Finance and Administration Director for its electoral reform program in Afghanistan, the Afghanistan Electoral Reform and Civic Advocacy (AERCA) project. Through AERCA, DI is working to support an Afghan-led electoral reform initiative and serves as a resource to Afghan stakeholders engaged in debate on and advocating for electoral reform, civic education, and increased electoral participation.

The specific responsibilities of the position include:

• Provide support to programmatic team and sub-grantees on issues of budget management, compliance, procurement, and documentation;
• Ensure compliance among DI staff and sub-grant organizations with all corporate and local DI and USAID policies and procedures;
• Ensure compliance with relevant Afghan tax and labor laws;
• Supervise program administrative, human resources, and financial staff. Manage and evaluate staff as necessary to ensure program success;
• Oversee capacity building of all staff in areas of management (i.e. finance, administration, compliance, procurement, etc.);
• Monitor budget, fund disbursal, and financial records to ensure that project expenditures are in compliance with DI and USAID policies and regulations;
• Oversee preparation and timely submission of field expense reports and field office wire requests to the home office;
• Review and oversee financial management and administrative procedures and recommend and oversee implementation of changes/improvements in procedures; and
• Contribute to the development of reports for the donor, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in public administration, international relations, public policy, political science, or a related field;
• Minimum of 7 years professional experience with three years in the administration of USAID-funded programs abroad;
• Experience working on similar programs in Afghanistan is desired;
• Demonstrated success in developing excellent collaborative working relationships with counterparts, including other implementers, local national staff, and donors; and
• Fluency in English required.

DI provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and CV to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is identified. DI will only contact candidates of interest.

About DI:

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries.

Job Responsibilities:

The Principal Investigator for the Impact Evaluation of a Countering Violent Extremism program will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the evaluation. The specific responsibilities of the position include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Communicating technical issues with the client;
• Developing and implementing the detailed impact evaluation methodology and tools;
• Managing and implementing the work plan and all related evaluation team activities;
• Conducting interviews and actively engaging in data analysis;
• Writing technical products (draft and final evaluation reports, Technical Briefs, PowerPoint presentations, etc.); and
• Presenting findings during in-briefings, out-briefings, and dissemination events.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• PhD in political science, sociology, international development, conflict and peacebuilding, or related area;
• Demonstrated experience and expertise designing and implementing rigorous project evaluations or similar analyses using randomized or mixed-method research approaches;
• Relevant subject matter expertise in violent extremism studies or a related field as demonstrated by professional publications, research, and/or peer-reviewed articles;
• Strong analytic skills related to conflict, peacebuilding, and conflict dynamics;
• Strong background in understanding how to assess conflict dynamics;
• Knowledge and application of USAID’s Conflict Assessment Framework as well as USAID’s Drivers of Violent Extremism is desirable but not required;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; and
• Strong organizational and team management skills.

DI’s recruitment for this position is contingent upon award.

DI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter at https://jobs.democracyinternational.com no later than August 5, 2015. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Civic Engagement Program Manager

Background

The USAID-supported Systems to Uphold the Credibility and Constitutionality of Elections in South Sudan (SUCCESS) program supports effective, inclusive, and accountable governance to inform an increasingly stable South Sudan. Through the provision of technical assistance, training, and material support, activities are designed to promote stakeholder participation in processes viewed as legitimate and representative of their aspirations. To achieve this goal, the SUCCESS consortium will work with a range of actors in South Sudan.

The Civic Engagement Program Manager will provide ongoing support to civil society organizations and foster positive civic engagement in South Sudan. The Civic Engagement Program Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the SUCCESS activities under the civil society engagement program component, to include grants management, capacity building and training for conflict mitigation, civic education, and advocacy. The Civic Engagement Program Manager will also provide mentorship and training, as needed, for all national staff. The position is full-time and will be based in Juba with travel in South Sudan, security permitting.

Job Responsibilities:

The specific responsibilities of the position include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Supervise day-to-day management of civil society strengthening activities and oversee activities of civil society desk officers and trainers;
• Manage a large grants program for local civil society organizations (CSOs);
• Provide technical expertise to build capacity of local CSOs for conflict mitigation, civic education, and advocacy;
• Support CSOs to promote women’s advocacy and leadership in political processes;
• Support civil society engagement with the peace process;
• Provide training and support to CSOs to engage on transitional justice;
• Provide technical assistance for civic education and public consultation campaigns to support engagement with elections and the constitutional review process;
• Provide support for CSO election monitoring activities, as needed;
• Liaise with donors, international organizations, and government actors, as needed;
• Supervise and mentor a staff of 10-15 national staff and multiple short-term international and local advisors; and
• Work in collaboration with internal project teams supporting political party, constitutional reform, and elections.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Advanced University degree in international development and law, political science, civil society, management or other relevant field;
• 10 years of experience in civic engagement and education activities, advocacy, civil society, institutional development or related technical areas;
• Minimum 5 years of experience working closely with consortiums and supporting governments in post-conflict situations;
• Minimum 5 years of civil society grants management experience;
• Experience in civil society outreach, relationships and partnerships in advancing organizational mission and recognizing opportunities for collaboration;
• Previous experience working with USAID funded programs is a plus;
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders;
• Professional fluency in English is required, Arabic language is an added advantage; and
• South Sudan knowledge and experience highly preferred.

DI provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please.

Democracy International (DI) seeks a Senior Anti-Corruption Advisor for a USAID-funded anti-corruption program in Afghanistan. Through this program, DI will support civil society and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA) entities to implement a range of activities to combat corruption in the public sector. The Senior Anti-Corruption Advisor will be the primary expatriate technical lead for the program.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Anti-Corruption Advisor’s major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing strategic vision and core support for DI’s efforts to implement effective anti-corruption activities;
• Assisting DI and its partners to identify the most appropriate domestic and international stakeholders at all levels within civil society and GIRoA to work with;
• Developing effective strategies for engaging partners to advocate for and implement reforms that can eliminate or reduce corrupt practices;
• Designing (and possibly facilitating) trainings for civil society organizations and GIRoA entities on anti-corruption monitoring and enforcement;
• Assisting DI’s team and its partners to identify points of entry within the public sector for reform and designing appropriate anti-corruption activities to engage in such areas;
• Assessing project effectiveness on an ongoing basis and making recommendations for improvement;
• Providing management supervision to local staff members;
• Overseeing compliance with USAID monitoring and evaluation (M&E) requirements and working with the M&E staff to effectively capture useful data;
• Assisting with the administration of DI’s office in Afghanistan, including report writing, financial management, and strategic planning;
• Assume position of Acting Chief of Party when COP is on leave.

Qualifications:

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience implementing anti-corruption programs;
• Experience living and working in post-conflict environments, preferably in Afghanistan;
• Experience working with and advising civil society groups and government officials;
• Experience acting as an interlocutor with local and national governments and international organizations;
• Experience managing a local national team;
• Professional fluency in English. Dari or Pashto speaking candidates will be favorably considered;
• An advanced university degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https//jobs.democracyinternational.com. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please. DI anticipates a start date of January 1, 2016 for this position.

Chief of Party, Afghanistan

Democracy International (DI) seeks a Chief of Party for a USAID-funded anti-corruption program in Afghanistan. Through this program, DI will support civil society and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA) entities to implement a range of activities to combat corruption in the public sector. The COP will be the primary representative and manager of all aspects of DI’s in-country presence. She/he will work closely with DI’s local and international partners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

The Chief of Party’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing overall management of the USAID-funded anti-corruption program, contributing technical expertise and providing overall direction for DI’s support to civil society and GIRoA entities;
• Supporting DI’s Afghanistan team and partners to implement program activities effectively;
• Managing all relationships with international organizations, donors, government representatives, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders;
• Managing and ensuring the effective operation of DI’s compound and offices including overseeing all international and national staff;
• Ensuring compliance among staff and partners with DI and USAID policies and procedures;
• Overseeing monitoring and evaluation of projects and the development of reports for donors;
• Reviewing and overseeing financial management and administrative procedures, as well as recommending and overseeing implementation of changes/improvements in procedures;
• Managing and evaluating performance of staff to ensure program success;
• Overseeing staff capacity-building.

Qualifications:

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience managing rule of law and governance programs, with extensive experience in anti-corruption;
• Experience implementing rule of law programs in challenging political and diverse cultural environments;
• Experience living and working in post-conflict environments, preferably in Afghanistan;
• Experience working with and advising civil society groups and government officials;
• Experience in all aspects of project management, including financial oversight, personnel management and development;
• Experience acting as a interlocutor with local and national governments and international organizations;
• Experience and demonstrated familiarity with USAID regulations and procedures – including the Federal Acquisitions Regulations;
• Professional fluency in English. Dari or Pashto speaking candidates will be favorably considered;
• An advanced university degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please. DI anticipates a start date of December 16, 2015 for this position.

Senior Program Officer, Business Development

Primary Function:

Democracy International seeks an experienced, highly motivated professional with a demonstrable record of success writing proposals and applications for international development programs, preferably for democracy, human rights, and governance programs, funded by USAID or the Department of State, and for supporting collaborative innovation efforts across a growing organization. S/he will provide business development expertise and support to cross-discipline and cross-functional teams in identifying and tracking opportunities, developing proposals, and refining DI’s business development systems and procedures to ensure the highest quality standards and competitiveness. S/he will also contribute to and support internal learning processes that improve DI’s business development practice, enhance the company’s value propositions, and leverage innovative, evidence-based results into new revenue and programming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Research, track and analyze new business opportunities, competitive intelligence, and DI’s competitive positioning within the marketplace for USG and other donor grants and contracts;
• Maintain accurate business pipeline and performance data to inform business development decisions and processes;
• Work with business development team to design and implement business development plans for proposals and applications;
• Provide business development expertise in positioning, capture planning and proposal preparation for specific opportunities;
• Serve as proposal coordinator, technical writer, or other lead role in proposal team, and participate in bid analysis and proposal review panels;
• Coordinate processes and communicate across DI project teams to ensure timely submission of high quality proposals that are responsive to donor requirements and applicable regulations;
• Ensure quality control across all proposals submitted to USAID and other donors;
• Represent DI with USAID in written and verbal correspondence as required;
• Work with appropriate staff to maintain data on past performance and corporate capacity, in order to provide timely information for proposal submissions worldwide;
• Contribute to, disseminate, and model the use of standardized business development processes and resources (training/capacity-building materials, guidelines, tools and templates, and online information); and
• Support and actively contribute to other corporate goals and priorities, as needed, including in thought leadership, innovation, and project management.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social sciences, such as international affairs, political science, or related field required;
• Five to seven years of relevant professional experience required;
• Demonstrated experience writing proposals and applications for international development programs, preferably funded by USAID or the Department of State;
• Experience and familiarity with technical and cost application requirements of U.S. Government RFAs and RFPs and funding mechanisms of non-USG donors highly desirable;
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication and negotiation skills;
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with and leading teams to produce deliverables under tight deadlines and of outstanding quality;
• Exceptional writing ability. Experience writing technical and management sections of proposals preferred;
• Strong analytical skills; and
• Experience in democracy, human rights, governance, and conflict-mitigation programming preferred.

About DI:

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries.

DI is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please.

Primary Function:

The Senior Program Officer, Research and Analytical Services will work on projects focusing on country and sector assessments, impact and performance evaluations, performance monitoring, program design, survey research, and applied research. The Senior Program Officer will support business development efforts in these areas.

Job Responsibilities:

The specific responsibilities of the position include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Support management of programs, including technical, administrative and financial oversight and oversight of consultants;
• Provide high quality technical and advisory support to field operations, including training and capacity building on tools and materials;
• Help ensure quality of evaluation and assessment reports and other written materials arising from research and analytical projects;
• Provide guidance and support to the assessment team, including programmatic and budget management activities, compliance, monitoring and evaluation, and documentation;
• Assist in recruiting, briefing, and deploying teams of DI staff members and consultants;
• Help identify opportunities for DI to expand work in research, evaluation and analytical services work;
• Assist in the business development and proposal process, including drafting proposals and applications for USAID, the U.S. State Department, and other funders.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in international development, economics, statistics, research methods, political science, public policy, social science, or a related field;
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive responsibility working on monitoring, evaluation, assessments, data analysis, and for international relief and development programs;
• Proven ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities;
• Experience in proposal writing and other business development efforts, including experience with USAID, strongly preferred;
• Demonstrated experience of successful teamwork and good interpersonal skills;
• Good presentation/facilitation skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; and
• Relevant computer software skills.

About DI:

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries.

DI is an equal opportunity employer.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please.

Democracy International (DI) seeks a Global Security Director to support current and future programs in both stable and transitional environments around the world. The Global Security Director will establish operational standards for safety and security based upon expertise in industry best practices. The Director will provide leadership on all security-related procurement, and hands-on support and training to project security managers and personnel. Working in coordination with the programmatic country teams and headquarters management the Global Security Director will ensure that DI’s employees around the world are provided with risk-management platforms which will enable them to deliver complex programs in challenging environments.

This is a full-time position based in DI’s home office in Bethesda, Maryland. All interested applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application.

Job Responsibilities:

The Global Security Director will be responsible for:

• Overall management of DI’s safety and security program;
• Evaluation of security practices and procedures in place to make recommendations for improvement;
• The development, training, and implementation of guidelines and procedures for safety and security measures to manage risks on projects worldwide;
• Periodic inspections and evaluations of safety and security protocol, systems and procedures of current projects to recommend ways to mitigate risk;
• Ensuring field staff are trained, knowledgeable of, and compliant with project and country specific security protocols;
• Ensuring compliance with USAID regulations and DI systems and procedures, including the security plan, communication protocols, and crisis response plan. Recommend updates to strengthen systems as needed;
• The drafting and development of country-specific security plans as part of the proposal process for new business, which includes:
• the identification of new risk factors or project specific exposure;
• establishing relationships with reputable firms and individuals operating locally or regionally; and
• assisting in developing safety and security implementation-oriented budgets;
• Identification of security personnel needs and roles, and recruitment of vacant positions;
• Development of Requests For Proposals (RFPs) for local and global security and operational services and evaluation of responses;
• Maintain relationships with partners and donor groups;
• Provide timely reports to senior management to keep them abreast of the security status and risks;
• Maintain regular communications with field staff, including updates on security issues or events; and
• Travel to post-conflict and high-risk environments for security assessments and reviews, training of field security personnel, and security operations set up.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• BA degree and a minimum of ten (10) years’ professional experience;
• Minimum five (5) years of overseas experience in post-conflict and/or high-risk environments;
• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory experience;
• Previous field experience managing global security operations for international company required;
• Extensive experience in setting up and managing safety and security systems and protocols and provide training to staff and partners;
• Demonstrated understanding of complex emergencies, related security concerns, and appropriate responses to such emergencies;
• Experience with USAID-funded programs as security personnel highly preferred;
• Ability to solve complex technical, managerial, or operational problems and evaluate options based on relevant information;
• Exceptional communication skills for explaining complex security concerns, policies, protocols, and procedures to senior management, employees, consultants, volunteers and consistently apply them at all levels;
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in challenging environments;
• Written and spoken fluency in English required;
• Willingness to travel to post-conflict and high-risk environments for extended periods of time and in some cases with minimal advance notice.

DI provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter along with three references at https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please.

Deputy Chief of Party, Somalia

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) seeks a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for its USAID-funded program in Somalia, Engaging Somalis in Peaceful Political Processes (ES3P) project. Through ES3P, DI will work to promote credible political processes in Somalia through the following three objectives: 1) increased citizen participation in political and electoral processes; 2) increased capacity of election management bodies (EMBs) and other relevant government bodies to administer credible elections and political processes; and 3) political party-sponsored promotion of inclusion and contribution to peaceful political processes. The DCOP will provide oversight of all program support functions including, but not limited to, administration, procurement, human resources, financial management, and regulatory compliance.
The position is based in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Responsibilities:

The Deputy Chief of Party’s major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Provide guidance and coordinate support to the civic engagement programmatic team, and sub-awardees, including identifying and promoting clear communications on issues of programmatic and budget management activities, compliance, monitoring and evaluation, and documentation;

· Oversee the administration of grants made under the civic engagement component of ES3P as necessary;

· Supervise technical staff to ensure effective implementation of administrative and financial procedures compliant with DI and USAID policies;

· Oversee the development and implementation of financial tracking systems and coordinate and monitor project budgets to ensure all expenditures are in compliance with DI and donor regulations and within the scope of the program’s long-term budget in coordination with the COP and Operations and Finance & Administration teams,;

· Ensure that timely cash flow analyses and projections are provided and accurate for internal management purposes and to the donor, as needed;

· Review and oversee administrative, procurement, and financial management procedures and recommend improvements as needed;

· Supervise the civic engagement team, administrative, operations, procurement, human resources, and financial staff, both expatriate and Somali;

· Oversee staff capacity-building across the program and provide evaluation and workforce management to ensure their continued growth;

· Represent DI externally at meetings, workshops, and other events;

· Develop regular reports and ongoing activity monitoring consistent with the requirements of DI’s cooperative agreement with USAID and with internal reporting requirements;

· Act as a key consortium liaison with Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and USAID offices in Somalia and Washington, DC in the areas of oversight, reporting, and compliance.

Qualifications:

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

· Minimum six (6) years of experience implementing democracy and governance programming, with significant experience in elections and political processes, civic engagement/civil society, governance, or institutional development, in a developing country context, of which two (2) years must be experience in a management role;

· Experience in fragile or post-conflict states, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa;

· Demonstrated capacity to develop solid working relationships with senior government officials, local governments, non-governmental institutions, and coordination with other donors;

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required;

· Demonstrated record of success in politically sensitive environments;

· Appropriate and relevant university degree with preference for an advanced degree;

· Fluency in written and spoken English.

Please note that DI’s recruitment for this position is contingent upon award.

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter at https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/ by November 13, 2015. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please. DI anticipates a start date of January 2016 for this position.

Chief of Party, Somalia

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for a USAID-funded program in Somalia, Engaging Somalis in Peaceful Political Processes (ES3P) project. Through ES3P, DI will work to promote credible political processes in Somalia through the following three objectives: 1) increased citizen participation in political and electoral processes; 2) increased capacity of election management bodies (EMBs) and other relevant government bodies to administer credible elections and political processes; and 3) political party-sponsored promotion of inclusion and contribution to peaceful political processes. The COP will be the primary representative and manager of all aspects of DI’s in-country presence. She/he will work closely with DI’s local and international partners and stakeholders.

The position is based in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Responsibilities:

The Chief of Party’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Providing overall management of the USAID-funded ES3P program, contributing technical expertise and providing overall direction for DI’s support to civil society and Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) entities;

· Supporting DI’s Somalia team and partners to implement program activities effectively;

· Managing all relationships with international organizations, donors, government representatives, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders;

· Represent DI externally at meetings, workshops, and other events;

· Managing and ensuring the effective operation of DI’s compound and offices including overseeing all international and national staff;

· Ensuring compliance among staff and partners with DI and USAID policies and procedures;

· Overseeing monitoring and evaluation of projects and the development of reports for donors;

· Reviewing and overseeing financial management and administrative procedures, as well as recommending and overseeing implementation of changes/improvements in procedures;

· Managing and evaluating performance of staff to ensure program success;

· Overseeing staff capacity-building.

Qualifications:

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

· Minimum ten (10) years of experience working on democracy and governance programming in developing countries, with experience in elections and political processes, governance, civic engagement/civil society, institutional development or directly related areas;

· Minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible management experience (which may be concurrent with the above ten (10) years of technical experience), with significant experience as a development professional administering donor-funded programs, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa;

· Demonstrated capacity to develop solid working relationships with senior government officials, local governments, non-governmental institutions, and coordination with other donors;

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required;

· Demonstrated record of success in politically sensitive environments;

· Appropriate and relevant university degree;

· Fluency in written and spoken English.

Please note that DI’s recruitment for this position is contingent upon award.

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter at https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/ by November 13, 2015. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please. DI anticipates a start date of January 2016 for this position.

Democracy International (DI) seeks a Trafficking in Persons Manager for the USAID-funded Youth and Gender Justice Project in Guatemala. This Project will complement the mission’s current rule of law and violence prevention projects by addressing the needs of victims of violence as well as the unique needs of juveniles in conflict with the law. This Project will focus on strengthening the capacity of the Guatemalan government to provide better services to juvenile offenders and victims, gender-based violence (GBV) victims, and trafficking in persons (TIP) victims.

Responsibilities:

The Trafficking in Persons Manager’s major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing strategic vision and core support for DI’s efforts to implement effective activities related to improving the Government of Guatemala’s response to TIP;
• Assisting DI and its partners in identifying the most appropriate domestic and international stakeholders at all levels within civil society and GOG to collaborate with;
• Developing effective strategies for engaging partners on a national, municipal, and community level;
• Developing and implementing systematic procedures to guide first responders in victim identification;
• Strengthening the Public Ministry’s model for investigation and prosecution of TIP cases;
• Designing and facilitating trainings for civil society organizations and Guatemalan institutions on TIP and the implementation of relevant legislation, with particular attention to forced labor, both at the national and local level;
• Assisting DI’s team and its partners in establishing and institutionalizing a national referral network for TIP victims and in developing a comprehensive communication strategy to raise public awareness surrounding TIP.

Qualifications:

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience working on trafficking in persons and related subjects;
• Experience in Guatemala and/or Latin America;
• Master’s degree in Gender/ Women Studies, social work, international affairs or other appropriate fields preferred or a Bachelor’s degree with additional years of work experience in the field;
• Experience managing a local national team;
• Experience working with and advising civil society groups and government officials and institutions;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including sensitivity to the needs of
  TIP victims and ability to work in Guatemala’s multilingual and multicultural context;
• Experience with USAID contracts and agreements;
• Professional fluency in English and Spanish; and
• Experience working with indigenous populations a plus.

This position is contingent upon donor award.

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/ by November 4, 2015. We will consider candidates on a rolling basis, so you are encouraged to apply early. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please.

Democracy International (DI) seeks a Manager for Gender-Based Violence Victims’ Services for the USAID-funded Youth and Gender Justice Project in Guatemala. This Project will complement the Mission’s current rule of law and violence prevention projects by addressing the needs of victims of violence as well as the unique needs of juveniles in conflict with the law. This Project will focus on strengthening the capacity of the Guatemalan government to provide better services to juvenile offenders and victims, gender-based violence (GBV) victims, and trafficking in persons (TIP) victims.

Responsibilities:

The Manager’s major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing strategic vision and core support for DI’s efforts to implement effective activities related to services for GBV victims;
• Assisting DI and its partners in identifying the most appropriate domestic and international stakeholders at all levels within civil society and Government of Guatemala to collaborate with;
• Supporting the expansion of specialized courts and free legal assistance to victims of GBV;
• Developing effective strategies for engaging partners to advocate for and implement reforms that can improve protection services for victims of GBV, including addressing the limitation of access of indigenous women to the justice system;
• Designing and facilitating trainings for civil society organizations and Guatemalan institutions on expanding and strengthening the legal and psychosocial services available to victims of GBV; and
• Assisting DI’s team and its partners in strengthening the national referral network and in raising public awareness surrounding GBV and its consequences.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience working on gender issues and related subjects;
• Experience in Guatemala and/or Latin America;
• Master’s degree in Gender/ Women Studies, social work, international affairs or other appropriate fields preferred or a Bachelor’s degree with additional years of work experience in the field;
• Experience working on victims’ services;
• Experience managing a local national team;
• Experience working with and advising civil society groups and government officials and institutions;
• Ability to organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including sensitivity to the needs of GBV victims and ability to work in Guatemala’s multilingual and multicultural context;
• Experience with USAID contracts and agreements;
• Professional fluency in English and Spanish; and
• Experience working with indigenous populations preferred.

This position is contingent upon donor award.

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/ by November 4, 2015. We will consider candidates on a rolling basis, so you are encouraged to apply early. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please.

Background

The USAID-supported Systems to Uphold the Credibility and Constitutionality of Elections in South Sudan (SUCCESS) program supports effective, inclusive, and accountable governance to inform an increasingly stable South Sudan. Through the provision of technical assistance, training, and material support, activities are designed to promote stakeholder participation in processes viewed as legitimate and representative of their aspirations. To achieve this goal, the SUCCESS consortium will work with a range of actors in South Sudan.

Job Summary:

The Director, Civil Society Programming will provide ongoing support to civil society organizations and foster positive civic engagement in South Sudan. The Director will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the SUCCESS activities under the civil society engagement program component, to include grants management, capacity building and training for conflict mitigation, civic education, and advocacy. The Director will also provide mentorship and training, as needed, for all national staff. The position is full-time and will be based in Juba with travel in South Sudan, security permitting.

Job Responsibilities:

The specific responsibilities of the position include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Supervise day-to-day management of civil society strengthening activities and oversee activities of civil society officers and trainers;
• Provide technical expertise to build capacity of local civil society organizations (CSOs) for conflict mitigation, civic education, and advocacy;
• Manage a large grants program for local CSOs;
• Support CSOs to promote women’s advocacy and leadership in political processes;
• Support civil society engagement with the peace process;
• Provide training and support to CSOs to engage on transitional justice;
• Provide technical assistance for civic education and public consultation campaigns to support engagement with elections and the constitutional review process;
• Provide support for CSO election monitoring activities, as needed;
• Liaise with donors, international organizations, and government actors, as needed;
• Supervise and mentor a staff of 10-15 national staff and multiple short-term international and local advisors; and
• Work in collaboration with internal project teams supporting political party, constitutional reform, and elections.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Advanced University degree in international development, political science, civil society, management or other relevant field;
• 10 years of experience in civil society, civic engagement and education activities, advocacy, institutional development or related technical areas;
• Minimum 5 years of experience working closely with consortiums and supporting governments in post-conflict situations;
• Grants management experience;
• Experience in civil society outreach, relationships and partnerships in advancing organizational mission and recognizing opportunities for collaboration;
• Previous experience working with USAID funded programs is a plus;
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders;
• Professional fluency in English is required, Arabic language is an added advantage; and
• South Sudan knowledge and experience preferred.

DI provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https://jobs.democracyinternational.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis in order to fill the position immediately. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please.

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) seeks an Electoral Management Specialist (EMS) for a USAID-funded Kenya Electoral Assistance Program (KEAP). With KEAP, DI will provide technical assistance and support for the preparation and conduct of Kenya’s 2017 election through the following four components: 1) support of key institutions, voter registration and education, and election coordination; 2) promotion of women and youth participation and inclusion; 3) domestic and international observation; and 4) dialogue, consensus building, and conflict early-warning/early response. The EMS is to support the Kenyan Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and other key institutions.

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Responsibilities:

The EMS’s major responsibilities are as follows:

· Provide expert knowledge on election administration and develop a working relationship with the IEBC and international organizations providing assistance to the commission;

· Consult with and advise the IEBC Secretariat on legal framework development and electoral policy reform;

· Observe the work of the IEBC and provide technical input to DI’s assessment of the commission’s performance in administering the electoral process;

· Meet with and build relationships with pertinent electoral stakeholders in order to further the mission’s understanding of the laws and regulations that govern Kenyan elections;

· Provide ongoing analysis of the technical and administrative issues related to Kenya’s elections and governance systems;

· Prepare reports and briefing materials for other members of DI’s core team, USAID, and other observer groups; and

· Oversee procurement of technology and supplies as necessary for all election-related program activities

Qualifications:

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

· Advanced University degree in international development, political science, management or other relevant field;

· Minimum ten (10) years of experience implementing democracy and governance programming, with significant experience in elections and political processes, coordinating with and supporting election management bodies;

· Experience in fragile or post-conflict states, preferably in Kenya/East Africa;

· Demonstrated capacity to develop solid working relationships with senior government officials, local governments, non-governmental institutions, and coordination with other donors;

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required;

· Demonstrated record of success in politically sensitive environments; and

· Fluency in written and spoken English.

About DI:

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https://[jobs.democracyinternational.com](http://reliefweb.int/https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/). We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please. Please note that DI’s recruitment for this position is contingent upon award.

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) seeks a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for a USAID-funded Kenya Electoral Assistance Program (KEAP). Through KEAP, DI will work to promote credible political processes in Kenya through the following four components: 1) support of key institutions, voter registration and education, and election coordination; 2) promotion of women and youth participation and inclusion; 3) domestic and international observation; and 4) dialogue, consensus building, and conflict early-warning/early response. The DCOP is to provide top-level oversight of all program support functions including, but not limited to, administration, procurement, human resources, financial management, and regulatory compliance.
The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Responsibilities:

The Deputy Chief of Party’s major responsibilities are as follows:

· Provide guidance and coordinate support to the civic engagement programmatic team, and sub-awardees, including identifying and promoting clear communications on issues of programmatic and budget management activities, compliance, monitoring and evaluation, and documentation;

· As necessary, oversee the administration of grants made under the civic engagement component of KEAP;

· Supervise technical staff to ensure effective implementation of administrative and financial procedures compliant with DI and USAID policies;

· In coordination with the COP and Operations and Finance & Administration teams, oversee the development and implementation of financial tracking systems and coordinate and monitor project budgets to ensure all expenditures are in compliance with DI and donor regulations and within the scope of the program’s long-term budget;

· Ensure that timely cash flow analyses and projections are provided and accurate for internal management purposes and to the donor, as needed;

· Review and oversee administrative, procurement, and financial management procedures and recommend improvements as needed;

· Directly supervise the civic engagement team, administrative, operations, procurement, human resources, and financial staff, both expatriate and Kenyan;

· Oversee staff capacity-building across the program and provide evaluation and workforce management to ensure their continued growth;

· Represent DI externally at meetings, workshops, and other events;

· Develop regular reports and ongoing activity monitoring consistent with the requirements of DI’s cooperative agreement with USAID and with internal reporting requirements; and

· Act as a key consortium liaison with the Government of the Republic of Kenya (GoK) and USAID offices in Kenya and Washington, DC in the areas of oversight, reporting, and compliance.

Qualifications:

Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

· Advanced University degree in international development, political science, management or other relevant field;

· Minimum eight (8) years of experience implementing democracy and governance programming, with significant experience in elections and political processes, civic engagement/civil society, governance, or institutional development, in a developing country context, of which two (2) years must be experience in a management role;

· Experience in fragile or post-conflict states, preferably in Kenya/East Africa;

· Demonstrated capacity to develop solid working relationships with senior government officials, local governments, non-governmental institutions, and coordination with other donors;

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required;

· Demonstrated record of success in politically sensitive environments; and

· Fluency in written and spoken English.

About DI:

Democracy International, Inc. (DI) provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 70 countries. DI is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to https://[jobs.democracyinternational.com](http://reliefweb.int/https://jobs.democracyinternational.com/). We will only contact those candidates who best meet our needs. No phone calls or additional emails please. Please note that DI’s recruitment for this position is contingent upon award.