International IDEA is an intergovernmental organization that supports sustainable democracy worldwide. Its objective is to strengthen democratic institutions and processes. International IDEA is currently advertising the position of 'Programme Officer - Planning and Programming'
The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance — International IDEA is an intergovernmental organization that supports sustainable democracy worldwide. Its objective is to strengthen democratic institutions and processes. International IDEA acts as a catalyst for democracy building by providing knowledge resources, policy proposals and supporting democratic reforms in response to specific national requests. It works together with policy makers, governments, UN organizations and agencies and regional organizations engaged in the field of democracy building.
International IDEA’s notable areas of expertise are: electoral processes, political parties, constitution-building processes, democracy and gender and democracy assessments. International IDEA works worldwide. It is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and has offices in Brussels, New York, Latin America, Africa and Asia.
Programme Officer, Planning and Programming
Main functions of the post:
* To participate in the planning, programming, implementing, coordination and evaluation of IDEA’s activities in Africa; * To contribute to the development of IDEA’s thematic work, design, implementation and evaluation of Africa Programme work plans according to IDEA regulations and procedures; * To compile reports, information and analysis on political trends and challenges pertaining to IDE’s work in Africa.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the immediate supervision of the Regional Director of Africa and Middle East Programme, the incumbent performs the following duties:
1. Participates and contributes to the Africa Programme team tasks by providing input to the conceptualization, planning, implementation and evaluation activities to ensure the institutional consolidation of International IDEA;
2. Contributes to the design and implementation of Africa Programme work plans and budgets according to International IDEA procedures;
3. Assists in providing information for proposal preparations, budgeting and reporting as required;
4. Assists in the maintenance and development of relevant professional contacts and network of cooperation with those active in the field of democracy and governance assistance in Africa, including practitioners, policy makers, academics and the international community;
5. Liaises and works with all relevant local, national and international governmental and inter-governmental actors as requested;
6. Liaises and networks with Members States of partner organization of IDEA in the field as instructed;
7. Provides ideas and inputs into possible funding sources and funding approaches for agreed programme components within the Africa Programme;
8. Participates in fund raising activities and/or initiatives and/or negotiations where authorized in line with fund raising policies;
9. Actively integrates the gender perspective in planning and programming activities under her/his responsibility;
10. Carries out other duties as assigned by the Regional Director or any person designated by her/him.
Qualifications and skills
Level and type of formal education: * University degree in Political Science, Law, Sociology, Human Rights, Development or other equivalent discipline.
Professional experience: * Minimum of five (5) years-experience working within the field of democracy support or governance and preferably within one or several inter-governmental or international organizations; * Relevant field experience in any one of International IDEA's focus regions Latin America, Africa, Asia or the Arab World preferably in the areas of elections, human rights, democracy and governance would be an asset;
Functional competencies: * Good level of political maturity, personal initiative and creativity; * Possess knowledge of major international trends and development in the field of democracy and governance. * Ability to relate to and influence senior policy makers, Member States’ representatives etc; * Excellent analytical, drafting and problem solving skills; * Good organisational skills and efficiency-driven perspective; * Good negotiation, advocacy and communication skills, including public speaking, with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences; * Good sense of initiative, ability to set priorities and work under pressure with accuracy and dedication; * Proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas and to transfer knowledge and skills. * Ability to provide inputs for conceptualising strategies and designing programmes of work; * Relevant working knowledge of democracy and governance assessment and measurement tools and methodologies; * Ability to build and maintain broad networks of partners; * Ability to work both independently, with minimum supervision and in teams; * Excellent interpersonal skills; * High analytical capacity; * Ability to operate effectively in a multi-cultural environment and be Gender-sensitive.
Work relationships: * Ability to appreciate diversity and work as part of a team in such an environment; * Ongoing collaborative contact with International IDEA offices (national, sub regional, regional and HQ); * Liaises with partners and donors and coordinates fundraising proposals, budgets and contracts.
Supervisory responsibilities: * Occasional supervision of Assistanct Programme Officers, Research Assistants and/or Interns.
Language skills: * English: Fluent written and oral * Any other widely spoken language in an International IDEA priority region would also be an asset.
Computer skills: * Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, databases, internet and web search tools.
Criteria for Professional Performance
The incumbent of this post is expected to act according to a set of principles when carrying out her/his responsibilities as appropriate to their role, display the following characteristics:
1. Be a Facilitator of Change
2. Get Results/ Be Accountable and Proactive
3. Lead by Example
4. Be a Model of Integrity
5. Celebrate Diversity
6. Be a Team Worker/Builder
7. Strive for Success and Excellence
8. Plan and Organize Terms of Contract: Level VI Post. Two (2) Year Fixed Term Appointment.
Deadline for Applications: Applications should be submitted no later than 16 January 2011.
International IDEA is an equal opportunity employer which seeks to further diversify its staff in terms of gender, culture and nationality.
International IDEA is an intergovernmental organization that supports sustainable democracy worldwide. Its objective is to strengthen democratic institutions and processes. International IDEA is currently advertising the position of 'Programme Officer - Planning and Programming'
The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance — International IDEA is an intergovernmental organization that supports sustainable democracy worldwide. Its objective is to strengthen democratic institutions and processes. International IDEA acts as a catalyst for democracy building by providing knowledge resources, policy proposals and supporting democratic reforms in response to specific national requests. It works together with policy makers, governments, UN organizations and agencies and regional organizations engaged in the field of democracy building.
International IDEA’s notable areas of expertise are: electoral processes, political parties, constitution-building processes, democracy and gender and democracy assessments. International IDEA works worldwide. It is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and has offices in Brussels, New York, Latin America, Africa and Asia.
Programme Officer, Planning and Programming
Main functions of the post:
* To participate in the planning, programming, implementing, coordination and evaluation of IDEA’s activities in Africa; * To contribute to the development of IDEA’s thematic work, design, implementation and evaluation of Africa Programme work plans according to IDEA regulations and procedures; * To compile reports, information and analysis on political trends and challenges pertaining to IDE’s work in Africa.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the immediate supervision of the Regional Director of Africa and Middle East Programme, the incumbent performs the following duties:
1. Participates and contributes to the Africa Programme team tasks by providing input to the conceptualization, planning, implementation and evaluation activities to ensure the institutional consolidation of International IDEA;
2. Contributes to the design and implementation of Africa Programme work plans and budgets according to International IDEA procedures;
3. Assists in providing information for proposal preparations, budgeting and reporting as required;
4. Assists in the maintenance and development of relevant professional contacts and network of cooperation with those active in the field of democracy and governance assistance in Africa, including practitioners, policy makers, academics and the international community;
5. Liaises and works with all relevant local, national and international governmental and inter-governmental actors as requested;
6. Liaises and networks with Members States of partner organization of IDEA in the field as instructed;
7. Provides ideas and inputs into possible funding sources and funding approaches for agreed programme components within the Africa Programme;
8. Participates in fund raising activities and/or initiatives and/or negotiations where authorized in line with fund raising policies;
9. Actively integrates the gender perspective in planning and programming activities under her/his responsibility;
10. Carries out other duties as assigned by the Regional Director or any person designated by her/him.
Qualifications and skills
Level and type of formal education: * University degree in Political Science, Law, Sociology, Human Rights, Development or other equivalent discipline.
Professional experience: * Minimum of five (5) years-experience working within the field of democracy support or governance and preferably within one or several inter-governmental or international organizations; * Relevant field experience in any one of International IDEA's focus regions Latin America, Africa, Asia or the Arab World preferably in the areas of elections, human rights, democracy and governance would be an asset;
Functional competencies: * Good level of political maturity, personal initiative and creativity; * Possess knowledge of major international trends and development in the field of democracy and governance. * Ability to relate to and influence senior policy makers, Member States’ representatives etc; * Excellent analytical, drafting and problem solving skills; * Good organisational skills and efficiency-driven perspective; * Good negotiation, advocacy and communication skills, including public speaking, with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences; * Good sense of initiative, ability to set priorities and work under pressure with accuracy and dedication; * Proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas and to transfer knowledge and skills. * Ability to provide inputs for conceptualising strategies and designing programmes of work; * Relevant working knowledge of democracy and governance assessment and measurement tools and methodologies; * Ability to build and maintain broad networks of partners; * Ability to work both independently, with minimum supervision and in teams; * Excellent interpersonal skills; * High analytical capacity; * Ability to operate effectively in a multi-cultural environment and be Gender-sensitive.
Work relationships: * Ability to appreciate diversity and work as part of a team in such an environment; * Ongoing collaborative contact with International IDEA offices (national, sub regional, regional and HQ); * Liaises with partners and donors and coordinates fundraising proposals, budgets and contracts.
Supervisory responsibilities: * Occasional supervision of Assistanct Programme Officers, Research Assistants and/or Interns.
Language skills: * English: Fluent written and oral * Any other widely spoken language in an International IDEA priority region would also be an asset.
Computer skills: * Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, databases, internet and web search tools.
Criteria for Professional Performance
The incumbent of this post is expected to act according to a set of principles when carrying out her/his responsibilities as appropriate to their role, display the following characteristics:
1. Be a Facilitator of Change
2. Get Results/ Be Accountable and Proactive
3. Lead by Example
4. Be a Model of Integrity
5. Celebrate Diversity
6. Be a Team Worker/Builder
7. Strive for Success and Excellence
8. Plan and Organize Terms of Contract: Level VI Post. Two (2) Year Fixed Term Appointment.
Deadline for Applications: Applications should be submitted no later than 16 January 2011.
International IDEA is an equal opportunity employer which seeks to further diversify its staff in terms of gender, culture and nationality.