JOB
OPPORTUNITIES WITH AN UPCOMING USAID-FUNDED
PROGRAM
IN KYRGYZSTAN
Apply
immediately, but not later than April 27, 2012
East-West
Management Institute invites applications for a number of positions as part of
a proposal for an upcoming five-year USAID-funded Kyrgyzstan Collaborative
Governance program that will work to foster effective collaboration between
civil society and Government of Kyrgyzstan to deliver services, resulting in a
more responsive and accountable government and credible, sustainable civil
society. These are long-term positions and offer generous benefits packages.
The assignments are expected to start in early September 2012.
DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY
Position Summary:
Deputy Chief of Party will assist
the Chief of Party with implementing Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance
Program.
Qualifications Requirements:
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Minimum of 6 years’ direct
management experience implementing governance and civil society programs;
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Demonstrated success managing and
leading technical and administrative teams for USAID funded projects;
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Advanced degree in Social
Sciences, International Development, Law, Economics or related field;
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Technical experience in areas such
as civil society, capacity building, governance, civic advocacy and
government accountability;
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Organizational wisdom and cultural
sensitivity;
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Demonstrated exemplary
communication and interpersonal skills;
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Familiarity with USAID's
reporting, procurement, and project management policies and procedures;
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Excellent team building and
interpersonal skills;
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Excellent oral and written
communication skills in Kyrgyz and Russian.
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Excellent oral and written
communication skills in English.
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GOVERNMENT LIASION ADVISOR
Summary of Position
Government Liasion Advisor will serve as facilitator between
Government of Kyrgyzstan and local civil society organizations for Kyrgyzstan
Collaborative Governance program.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
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Five (5) or more years of work
experience in facilitating cooperation between development programs and
Government of Kyrgyzstan at the central and local level;
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Good understanding of Government of
Kyrgyzstan’s institutions and civil society programs;
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Good understanding of civil society
and community development initiatives in Kyrgyzstan;
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Experience with working with international
donors, preferably USAID;
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills;
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Ability to work independently
without supervision and as a team player;
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Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz
and Russian and languages;
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Fluent in written and spoken
English;
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Advanced degree in Social Science,
Law or other related field preferred.
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CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Summary of Position
Capacity Development Manager will work on enhancing the
capacity and professionalism of Kyrgyz civil society for Kyrgyzstan
Collaborative Governance program. He/she will work with local established and
emerging civil society organizations, organizing mobile capacity building
events designed to address fundamental skills.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
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Five (5) or more years of work
experience working on capacity building with civil society organizations in
Kyrgyzstan;
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Good understanding of civil society
and community development initiatives in Kyrgyzstan;
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Experience working with
international donors, preferably USAID;
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Excellent organizational and
management skills;
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills;
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Ability to work independently
without supervision and as a team player;
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Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz
and Russian and languages;
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Fluent in written and spoken
English;
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Advanced degree in Social Science,
International Development or other related field preferred.
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HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERT
Summary of Position
Higher Education Expert will work on the creation of a
university level curriculum which will provide training for professional
workforce of civil society of Kyrgyzstan for Kyrgyzstan Collaborative
Governance program.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
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Five (5) or more years of work
experience working in the field of intersection of education and civil society;
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Experience designing educational
curriculum courses for non-governmental sector;
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Experience working with the Ministry
of Education of Kyrgyzstan;
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Good understanding of civil society
of Kyrgyzstan;
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Experience working with
international donors, preferably USAID;
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Excellent organizational and
management skills;
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills;
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Ability to work independently
without supervision and as a team player;
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Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz
and Russian and languages;
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Fluent in written and spoken
English;
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Advanced degree in Education, Social
Science, or other related field preferred.
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GENDER EXPERT
Summary of Position
Gender Expert will work on mainstreaming gender issues into
different activities of the Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance program.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
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Minimum five (5) years of experience
with mainstreaming gender issues into civil society and other programs;
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Thorough knowledge and understanding
of gender issues, including gender equality and women empowerment in
Kyrgyzstan;
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Good understanding of civil society
of Kyrgyzstan;
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Experience working with
international donors, preferably USAID;
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Excellent organizational and
management skills;
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills;
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Ability to work independently
without supervision and as a team player;
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Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz
and Russian and languages;
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Fluent in written and spoken
English;
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Advanced degree in Social Science,
Gender Studies, Human Rights or other related field preferred.
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GRANTS MANAGER
Summary of Position
Grants Manager will manage and monitor administration of
sub-grants to local Kyrgyz civil society organizations for Kyrgyzstan
Collaborative Governance program.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
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Minimum three (3) years of relevant
professional experience administering sub-grants;
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Ability to supervise and provide
assistance to sub-grantees;
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Knowledge and understanding of civil
society of Kyrgyzstan;
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Experience working with international
donors, preferably USAID;
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Excellent organizational and
management skills;
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills;
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Ability to work independently
without supervision and as a team player;
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Ability to travel extensively;
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Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz
and Russian and languages;
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Fluent in written and spoken
English;
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Advanced degree in Social Science,
Management or other related field preferred.
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MONITORING AND EVALUATION EXPERT
Summary of Position
Monitoring and Evaluations Specialist will work on
monitoring Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance program’s activities and
activities of sub-grantees.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
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Minimum three (3) years of experience
in design, monitoring and evaluation methodologies; field-based data collection
and analysis experience;
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Experience coordinating M&E for
civil society projects;
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Knowledge and understanding of civil
society of Kyrgyzstan;
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Experience working with international
donors, preferably USAID;
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Excellent organizational and
management skills;
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills;
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Ability to work independently
without supervision and as a team player;
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Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz
and Russian and languages;
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Fluent in written and spoken
English;
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Advanced degree in Sociology,
Statistics, Mathematics or other related field.
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FINANCE AND HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
Summary of Position
Finance and Human Resources Manager will supervise and be responsible for two main areas: 1) project and sub-grants related finances; 2) oversight of human resources issues.
Finance and Human Resources Manager will supervise and be responsible for two main areas: 1) project and sub-grants related finances; 2) oversight of human resources issues.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
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Minimum five (5) years of experience
in financial management for donor-funded programs, preferably USAID;
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Familiarity with Government of
Kyrgyzstan and US Government’s financial management and reporting requirements;
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Excellent organizational and
management skills;
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills;
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Ability to work independently
without supervision and as a team player;
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Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz
and Russian and languages;
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Fluent in written and spoken
English;
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Advanced degree in Finance,
Accounting or related field.
To
apply: Please send (i) a curriculum vitae,
(ii) cover letter, and (iii) contact information for three references to izlencyk@ewmi.org
and include “Collaborative Governance - Kyrgyzstan” in the subject line.
No phone calls please. EWMI will contact applicants for interviews or to
request additional information.
About EWMI: Founded
in 1988 as an independent, not-for-profit organization, the East-West
Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI), promotes the rule of law, civil society and
free market systems globally. EWMI provides training, technical expertise and
grants to foster sustainable reforms in government, business and civil society.
Working in partnership with grass roots groups, local governments and
international organizations, EWMI combines legal, civic and economic
initiatives to build just, prosperous and democratic societies.
