POSITION AVAILABLE: REGIONAL PROGRAMME OFFICER

Search closes: June 10, 2011

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to [email protected]

The Open Society Foundations works worldwide to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.

We are seeking a Program Officer to promote state compliance with governance and human rights standards at the East African Community (EAC) and African Union (AU). The position reports to the directors of OSIEA and AfriMAP (OSF’s Africa Governance, Monitoring and Advocacy Project).

QUALIFICATIONS

• A proven commitment to the protection of human rights and knowledge of the EAC and AU mechanisms. Familiarity with civil society networks within Eastern Africa.
• Experience with research and writing for publication.
• Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically
• Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
• Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
• Integrity, diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Relevant advanced degree and/or extensive experience in human rights work

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the focal point for research, monitoring, and advocacy work pertaining to the EAC and AU, especially in relation to NEPAD and the African Peer Review Mechanism. Conduct relevant legal and policy analysis for internal and external audiences.
• Write and/or commission reports and advocacy documents. Oversee AfriMAP research and publications for the region. This will entail identifying and contracting researchers, reviewing and editing drafts, and organizing for publication of AfriMAP reports.
• Develop and support institutions and networks working on these issues through convenings and grant giving.
• Integrate the OSIEA organizational values into the performance of duties and tasks on a daily basis and participate in in-house working groups designed to uphold the values and foster healthy inter-office communication.

OSIEA promotes public participation in democratic governance and respect for human rights by awarding grants, developing programs, and bringing together diverse civil society leaders and groups.

AfrMAP monitors and promotes compliance by African states with AU standards of good governance, democracy, human rights and the rule of law.

For more information: www.soros.org

COMPENSATION: Competitive salary, with good benefits package

No phone calls, please.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.