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The
National Democratic Institute (NDI) is an International nonprofit, Non-partisan
organization working to support and strengthen democratic institutions
worldwide through citizen participation, openness and accountability in
government.
Senior Program Officer - Technology
NDI is launching a web-based technology platform that provides space for Somalis in and outside of the country to interact, share ideas, and gather information.
This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will manage the early development phases of the program.
He/she will be responsible for program administration; developing advertising and outreach strategies; identifying sources of information; writing reports and proposals; managing contracts; as well as building and maintaining relationships with Somali partners, donors, and media groups.
Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in a related field; at least 5 years experience with international organizations, media, advertising agencies or technology providers; excellent translation and interpretation skills from English to Somali and Somali to English; and computer literacy and familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and blogging sites.
This position is temporary from September through December 2011 with a possibility for extension.
Program Officer
This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will be responsible for implementing activities in his/ her programmatic area and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the program.
This will include facilitating technical assistance; coordinating administration and logistics; managing staff and consultants; building and maintaining relationships with partners; ensuring the effective monitoring and evaluation of programs, progress and outcomes.
Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in international relations or related field.
A minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in international development, community organizing, political campaigns, organizational development, or legislative affairs; exceptional writing skills; excellent translation and interpretation skills from English to Somali and Somali to English; computer literacy; and ability to do political analysis required.
Interested candidates should submit their application to kssadmin@ndi.org.
The deadline for applications is 2nd September, 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Senior Program Officer - Technology
NDI is launching a web-based technology platform that provides space for Somalis in and outside of the country to interact, share ideas, and gather information.
This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will manage the early development phases of the program.
He/she will be responsible for program administration; developing advertising and outreach strategies; identifying sources of information; writing reports and proposals; managing contracts; as well as building and maintaining relationships with Somali partners, donors, and media groups.
Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in a related field; at least 5 years experience with international organizations, media, advertising agencies or technology providers; excellent translation and interpretation skills from English to Somali and Somali to English; and computer literacy and familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and blogging sites.
This position is temporary from September through December 2011 with a possibility for extension.
Program Officer
This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will be responsible for implementing activities in his/ her programmatic area and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the program.
This will include facilitating technical assistance; coordinating administration and logistics; managing staff and consultants; building and maintaining relationships with partners; ensuring the effective monitoring and evaluation of programs, progress and outcomes.
Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in international relations or related field.
A minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in international development, community organizing, political campaigns, organizational development, or legislative affairs; exceptional writing skills; excellent translation and interpretation skills from English to Somali and Somali to English; computer literacy; and ability to do political analysis required.
Interested candidates should submit their application to kssadmin@ndi.org.
The deadline for applications is 2nd September, 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
