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.

NDI has been active in Somalia since late 2005 and is expanding its programming
to build opportunities for broader citizen engagement in the democracy and
reconciliation processes in Somalia.

The Institute is seeking two local positions: Program Officer and Program
Assistant to assist in the implementation of programming for a four month contract.



Both positions require excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
to effectively interact with government personnel, members of donor
organizations, and policy makers.

Capacity to work both independently and as a member of a team; ability and
willingness to travel throughout East Africa including Djibouti and Somalia.

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 three (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.


Program Assistant

This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will
coordinate administration and logistics; build and maintain 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 one (1) year 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 November 7, 2011.

Please indicate the position you are applying for on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


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