Senior Associate-MENA

Location:          New York, NY  

Sector:             Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://ictj.org

Experience:     Mid Career / Advanced  

Date Posted           Jan-13-2012 

Description

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The International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ) is an international non-profit organization specializing in the field of transitional justice. ICTJ works to help societies in transition address legacies of massive human rights violations and build civic trust in state institutions as protectors of human rights.
 
PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE:
ICTJ is seeking an experienced and energetic professional as Senior Associate for ICTJ’s Middle East and North Africa regional program. This Senior Associate position is to assist the Director with designing, conceptualizing and implementing in-country program work in the MENA region, particularly in the North African countries. Location for this position to be determined.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Work with the Director to establish strategies and work plans for MENA Programs, particularly for the North Africa region.
2. Responsible for supervising day-to-day field operations in the North Africa region by managing issues of substance, policy, fundraising and strategy and providing ongoing guidance and programmatic advice to the relevant staff in the region.
3. Assess new developments and requests for intervention, and makes recommendations to the Director on the capacity to execute work and expand activities.
4. Liaise and cultivate relationships with current and potential donors. Draft funding proposals and budgets as well as monitor and report on implementation.
5. Liaise and cultivate relationships with government representatives, international and civil society organizations and other partners in the region.
6. Act as ICTJ's spokesperson in advocacy and media work as delegated, by attending events and conducting public speaking engagements.
7. Responsible for managing and developing ICTJ’s Arabic website and newsletter as well as other MENA-related online material in collaboration with ICTJ’s Communication Unit.
8.  Review all substantive materials and public documents before they are distributed.
9. Handle research and writing by identifying research issues and themes emerging from country work and ensures results of major research projects are integrated into country work.
10.  Liaise with the other units within ICTJ to ensure proper consultations and collaboration take place between country and thematic work.
11. Assist the Director with financial management including establishing budget and monitoring expenditures; meeting the grant requirements; timely review and approval of financial reports and expense reports; and ensuring adequate controls exist over cash and other ICTJ assets.
12. Assist the Director with human resources management by ensuring that the vacancies are filled in a timely manner; resolving any personnel related issues; and ensuring that performance evaluation of staff are conducted.

Qualifications

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Advanced degree in international relations, law, political science or similar discipline is required. Advanced degree in international law is highly desirable.
Experience:  Minimum of 7 years relevant work experience, preferably in human rights, transitional justice or international programs specializing in MENA region.
Related Skills or Knowledge:  Minimum of 7 years directly related work experience along with program and operational management experience. Must have a solid understanding of transitional justice and human rights work with a high degree of conceptual ingenuity and initiative. Must have strong research and analytical skills as well as the ability to solve problems and exercise good judgment. Must have experience developing policies and must be able to handle issues that may be critical and controversial in nature. Excellent oral, written and communication skills in English and Arabic are required. Proficiency in French is highly desirable. Experience in public speaking is highly desirable. Must have strong interpersonal and managerial skills and be able to work effectively under pressure. Experience in advocacy and good working knowledge of the international, regional and sub-regional media is highly desirable. Designing or teaching academic programs would be a significant advantage. Experience in fundraising and outreach is desirable. Proficiency in MS Office applications. Must be willing to travel internationally.
Location for this position to be determined. This position may be upgraded based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. 

Contact Details

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Application Instructions

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CONTACT: Please submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to jobs@ictj.org. Please include the job title “Senior Associate-MENA” in the subject line of the email. This vacancy announcement is open until position is filled. Review of applications will begin January 30, 2012. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Please, no telephone calls/faxes.


The ICTJ is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer strongly committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and internationally representative staff. Qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.
 

Finance Officer - Johannesburg

 

Location:          Johannesburg, South Africa 

Salary Range:   DOE 

Sector:            Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.freedomhouse.org

Experience:     Mid Career / Advanced  

Last Date To Apply       Feb-13-2012 

Date Posted                          Jan-18-2012 

Description

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Position Summary
The Finance Officer will oversee the finances for Freedom House South Africa programs in the region. This position is based in Johannesburg, South Africa and reports to the Project Director.

Some Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with programmatic objectives, financial obligations and reporting requirements according to grant agreements
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Maintain integrity and ensure accuracy of all financial data, including reviewing and posting entries to general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Review requests for funds to ensure requests are valid, and expenses are authorized
• Act as point of contact with program staff on all financial issues
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly back-ups of financial system
• Assist in preparation of internal and donor audits
• Oversee procurement of goods and services in accordance to donor and FH polices
• Oversee maintenance of inventory records
• Develop budgets for proposals
• Maintain and account for petty-cash, including handling, reconciliation, and reporting
• Process local staff payroll/allocation salary expenses
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business finance, economics, accounting or related field
• Minimum 6 - 8 years of experience with EU and USG funded programs
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of South African accounting and financial laws
• Mastery of MS Office Suite, and strong research and writing skills
• Knowledge of all accounting principles, GAAP and automated accounting systems
• Proven ability to effectively write daily correspondence, reports, maintain documentation, and complete required forms
• Strong ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and multi task to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
• Prior experience working in a finance or accounting department of an international organization preferred

Contact Details

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Email: recruiting@freedomhouse.org

Application Instructions

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Qualified and Interested applicants
We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) as well as desired salary to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing 2012-004 Finance Officer SA. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.


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Director of International Policy Relations

Location:          New York, NY  

Sector:             Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://ictj.org

Experience:      Advanced  

Last Date To Apply        Feb-10-2012 

Date Posted                    Jan-18-2012 

Description

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The International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ) is an international non-profit organization specializing in the field of transitional justice. ICTJ works to help societies in transition address legacies of massive human rights violations and build civic trust in state institutions as protectors of human rights.
 
PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE:
The rationale for this position is to promote the development of global policy on redressing and preventing severe human rights violations in ways that are consistent with holistic accountability solutions. The primary responsibility of the Director is twofold: 1) to serve as a substantive institutional focal point for ICTJ’s strategic engagement with senior level policymakers; 2) to support the work of ICTJ’s policy engagements at regional and national levels and to  utilize political analysis to inform contextual policy solutions.
The purpose of this role is to ensure that ICTJ remains a valued contributor of specialized technical expertise in effective responses to mass human rights abuse, coupled with in-country and research knowledge, to the high level development of norms and policy formulation in areas relevant to or affected by transitional justice. In addition to engagement in high-level policy circles, the policy relations unit also provides substantive input and support to ICTJ’s national-level presences as they develop policy advice related to specific transitional justice opportunities and processes.  This includes working closely with the President and Program Department to monitor and identify key policymaking opportunities to ensure ICTJ’s technical experts and local partners are well placed to provide substantive policy input to inter-governmental institutions such as the United Nations secretariat and agencies, regional bodies, and national government representatives engaged on global policy formulation around redress and prevention of mass human rights violations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

1. In consultation with program and research departments, develop strategic institutional policymaking priorities that will advance the impact of ICTJ’s work. This will involve identifying 2-3 priority areas per year.

2. Coordinate the integration of prioritized policymaking work into ICTJ’s programming, research and donor relations, including to:
   1. advise the President and other ICTJ staff of the opportunities to present ICTJ’s substantive and technical work to relevant international policymakers.
   2. work with relevant units in ICTJ to maintain an overview vision for maximizing the high-level impact of ICTJ’s knowledge and expertise.
   3. Support linkages between ICTJ’s national-level policy and technical advice and the development of policy at the regional and international levels, with particular attention to reflecting the needs and interests of victims in policy development.

 

3. Establish and maintain relations with selected senior policymakers in substantive areas related to transitional justice, including international, regional, and relevant national organizations. This includes representing ICTJ at relevant policymaking events and speaking engagements.

4. Engage in organizational work, such as participating in staff meetings and retreats; draft funding proposals or funding reports for the program and its specific planned activities in conjunction with the Development Unit.

5. Coordinate strategic gatherings and consultations of policymakers to advance specific transitional justice aims, both at the international level and related to particular national contexts. 

Qualifications

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:  A Master’s degree in humanities, law, international affairs, public policy, or related field of social science is required.
Experience:  10 years relevant experience, including direct experience working on transitional justice issues at a policy level, such as with a bi-lateral or multi-lateral institution, international development agency or government foreign ministry.
Related Skills or Knowledge:   Must be familiar with transitional justice and other current issues of international affairs, and have a demonstrated commitment to the field.  Project and program management experience is required.  Strong oral and written communication skills are required, including public speaking experience.  English language skills at professional level required; knowledge of other languages at a professional level is highly desirable. Must have strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of cultural differences; willingness to engage in substantial international travel. Excellent organizational skills and adept at multi-tasking; high level of professionalism and attention to detail; ability to work well under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines. Proficiency in MS Office applications. 

Contact Details

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Application Instructions

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 CONTACT: Please submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to jobs@ictj.org. Please include the job title “Director, International Policy Relations” in the subject line of the email. Deadline to apply is 02/10/12. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Please, no telephone calls/faxes.

The ICTJ is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer strongly committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and internationally representative staff. Qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.