Country: Kyrgyzstan
Closing date: 10 May 2016
Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and Nations in Transit. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.
Position Summary
The Project Director will assist in directing and implementing Freedom House's USAID-funded program in coordination with the Kyrgyzstan human rights community to strengthen the capacity of human rights activists and groups to help the government take action to address human rights issues. This position is based in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan and reports to the Vice President for Programs and the Eurasia Program Manager. Freedom House is seeking to fill this role as soon as possible, as the program has less than a year left.
Minimum Qualifications
- Prior experience in former Soviet Union is required
- Program management and subgrant supervision experience is required
- Mastery with MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint is required
- Bachelor's degree in political science, international relations, or related field is required
- Minimum 8 years of experience working with civil society and/or human rights with a minimum of 5 years in a project and/or organizational management and leadership position
- Advanced ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is required. Knowledge of Russian strongly preferred
- Experience in Civil Society capacity-building and/or Rule of Law is a preference
- Demonstrable/excellent track record of management of grants from international or bilateral donors is required; track record of management of grants under US Government projects and experience with USAID grants and funding are preferred
- Knowledge of US Government grant (FAR/CFR) requirements and regulations are preferred
- Outstanding track record in mentoring and managing diverse staff and organizations and transferring skills and knowledge
- Ability to develop excellent relationships with the human rights community, including the Government of Kyrgyzstan, donors, civil society, activists, international organizations, and others; demonstrable experience working with the human rights community and international NGOs
- Strong knowledge of human rights principles and mechanisms, and understanding of democracy promotion
- Ability to advocate human rights issues for policy recommendations to government representatives with diplomatic skill
- Proven success in managing and building a diverse range of external partnerships
- Multiple country work experience is required
- Excellent negotiation, conflict prevention and resolution skills, as well as the ability to lead and build consensus, cooperation, and coalitions among individuals with competing interests
- Strong abilities in project conceptualization, project design and planning, and report writing are preferred
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
- An advanced degree (human rights, law, political science, international relations or another relevant field) strongly preferred
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- All areas of program management including development and implementation, financial management, staff supervision, general oversight of daily office management, public relations, advocacy, and building and maintaining partnerships with local civil society
- Oversee grant management programs, assuring that all assistance provided under the award is technically sound and appropriate
- Managing and supervising the work of the project team and establishing trust and strong rapport/mentorship
- Design and manage implementation of human rights education programs
- Manage planning for advocacy delegations to international fora
- Conceptualize and help design program strategies and activities
- Provide training, technical assistance and advice to government entities and civil society organizations
- Develop innovative, strategic advocacy initiatives to promote support for human rights in Kyrgyzstan
- Manage the monitoring and evaluation process, and writing of program reports to ensure timely completion of program objectives
- Proactively seek out new funding opportunities, including funding with new donors
- Promote collaborative initiatives for rights defenders
- Represent Freedom House before counterparts in country and abroad, and the donor community
- Other duties as assigned
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
Essential functions are typically performed in an office setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and that other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time.
How to apply:
Qualified and Interested Applicants
Qualified candidates must complete an online application and submit a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary.
https://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc05/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=FREEHOUS&cws=39&rid=257
This vacancy is open to those candidates with relevant permits to work in Kyrgyzstan.
No relocation costs will be covered by Freedom House.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
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