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IRI is the premier international democracy-development organization. Our nonpartisan, nongovernmental Institute has performed high-impact work in more than 100 countries since 1983—in Africa, Asia, Eurasia, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, and the Middle East and North Africa—and currently has offices in 40 countries worldwide.
Background: The International Republican Institute (IRI) is a Washington, D.C. based nonpartisan, non-governmental organization dedicated to advancing democracy worldwide by developing political parties, civic institutions, open elections, democratic governance, and the rule of law. IRI provides technical assistance in the areas of political party strengthening, developing civic institutions and open elections, promoting democratic governance and advancing the rule of law.
In Sudan, IRI works with partners to enhance the responsiveness and accountability of governance institutions, improve political party inclusiveness and capacity to conduct issue-based, citizen-responsive campaigns, to enhance the participation of citizens, civil society, media and other stakeholders in electoral and political processes, and to promote citizen-centered governance in Sudan’s democratic transition.
IRI needs a local Program Officer to perform programmatic duties on a full-time employment basis.
POSITION: Program Officer
Job Summary: The Program Officer (PO) will oversee the development and implementation of IRI programs in Sudan in an efficient, timely manner and in line with the values of the organization. PO will work as part of the organization’s program team and assist in developing program strategy, drafting program reports and proposals, organizing and implementing program activities, conducting research and analysis, assisting in program monitoring and evaluation, and overseeing program and activity budgets. |
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Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required: Minimum Qualifications:
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Desired Competency and Experience:
A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
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HOW TO APPLY:
All applications must include a one-page cover letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV), and at least three (3) professional references.
CVs must be submitted via email to sudanjobs@iri.org with the subject line “Application, Program Officer, Sudan”. The closing date for applying is October 1, 2021; no further applications will be accepted after this date. If the applicant does not hear from IRI within two weeks of the closing date, application should be considered unsuccessful. Any possible questions will only be answered during interview, upon invitation. Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted.
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