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DEVJOBS List of Jobs – June 19, 2004
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There are 2 messages in this issue:
Message 1 - Care and Treatment Advisor
Message 2 - Job Vacancies from
AWID Resource Net
Care and Treatment Advisor
Posted by: Erica Plascencia <Eplascencia@comforce.com
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Mission - Kenya
GS grade equivalent: GS-14
The C&T Advisor serves as a member of the HIV/AIDS Team (SO8 team) and the Multi-sectoral HIV/AIDS Task Force. The incumbent manages a large share of the technical and administrative aspects of the new regional Strategic Objective for HIV/AIDS. The C&T Advisor will be responsible for technical assistance and the implementation of new contracts, grants and cooperative agreements that will be used to implement the new regional HIV/AIDS strategy.
1. Medical or nursing degree and Masters degree in public health or related discipline, with a clinical background.
2. Minimum of seven years experience in international public health programming and/or implementation.
3. Minimum of five years experience working in technical oversight, design and implementation of HIV care and treatment programs in developing countries. Prior work experience in east and/or central Africa would be advantageous.
4. Specialized knowledge and demonstrated expertise in the area of HIV treatment and care, including antiretroviral therapy, treatment and prevention of opportunistic infections; familiarity with HIV prevention, treatment and support programs in resource-poor settings; knowledge of clinical, ethical, policy and trade issues involved in HIV/AIDS programming in the region.
5. Strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
6. Excellent management, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
7. An understanding and knowledge of USAID regulations and procedures is preferred.
8. Ability to communicate in French is desirable.
9. This position requires security clearance at the secret level and applicants must be a U.S. citizen.
APPICATIONS: Interested candidates should forward their CVs, a letter of application and one example of a recent technical publication to Erica Plascencia at Eplascencia@comforce.com AND Ymelda Ramos at Yramos@comforce.com.
Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
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1) Regional Gender and Diversity Advisor (Horn, East and Central Africa Region) / Oxfam GB / Uganda / Deadline: June 25, 2004.
BACKGROUND:
Based in Uganda, this is an accompanied post on an open ended contract. Identity is a key driver of conflicts and social exclusion in the Horn, East and Central Africa (HECA) region. In particular, women in HECA are more likely to be disadvantaged than men in their social group in almost all respects. We believe that the only way to develop appropriate strategies for tackling poverty and suffering effectively is by ensuring that we are clear about the different ways that women and men from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds experience poverty and how different interventions will affect them. We need a Gender and Diversity Advisor to help our programme teams develop the right skills and Approaches to make this a reality.
PROFILE:
- You have substantial experience in a similar role and understand the key gender and diversity issues and the challenges related to addressing them.
- You have evidence of your professional competence in gender and diversity work.
- You can think strategically and apply this skill to develop and implement strategies for mainstreaming gender and diversity into relief and development programmes.
- Along with these leadership, analytical and planning skills, you are a practical person. You have a strong capacity to support others, including demonstrable success in helping women and men to understand and articulate the benefits of equality and implement steps to achieving it.
- You are comfortable with activities such as developing simple, culture-specific gender analysis tools. You have hands-on experience working with women and men to identify and address their issues.
- Naturally, you are a good communicator and negotiator. You will work in a way that understands and respects cultures and contexts, and you will motivate and inspire teams to work with you.
- If you were able to work in French as well as English, that would be a real advantage.
It is important that you are able to travel fairly frequently and for several weeks at a time.
TO APPLY:
If you would like to apply for this position, please prepare a brief application letter explaining why you are a suitable candidate, together with a CV including the details of two referees and a daytime telephone contact.
Send it to: Oxfam GB, Box 40680, GPO 00100, Nairobi, Kenya or by email to: hecajobs@oxfam.org.uk. Please mark the envelope or email "RGDA".
The applications must arrive by 25th JUNE 2004. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Website: www.oxfam.org.uk
(cross-posted from the development-gender list)
2) Director, Project on Gender, Justice and Human Genetics / The Center for Genetics and Society / Oakland, CA, USA.
THE PROJECT:
The Project on Gender, Justice and Human Genetics is a new program of the Center for Genetics and Society (CGS). The Project will work closely with an Advisory Committee consisting of social justice feminists who are concerned about the social and political implications of reproductive and genetic technologies.
CGS is a pro-choice progressive advocacy organization working for responsible societal governance of reproductive and genetic technologies.
The Director of the Project on Gender, Justice and Human Genetics will coordinate strategy, program, and message development aimed at building awareness of the implications for women and social justice of new and emerging reproductive and genetic technologies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
In consultation with the Associate Executive Director and an Advisory Committee that will be set up, the Director will develop the agenda and strategies of the Project on Gender, Justice and Human Genetics, and assume responsibility for their implementation. Specific duties will include:
-- continue and build on the collaborative partnerships that culminated in the feminist working meeting held in May in New York City, Gender and Justice in the Gene Age;
-- identify, develop, and maintain relationships with a wide range of women’s organizations, feminist academics, and key individuals, both domestically and internationally;
-- research and prepare fact sheets, public education materials, policy analyses, and related materials;
-- write and place articles in relevant publications and newsletters organize and conduct meetings, briefings, and conferences;
-- develop and deliver presentations to a variety of audiences develop and manage press relations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
We seek an experienced, motivated, and innovative individual with strong organizing and analytical abilities to develop this new program. Candidates must have experience with issues and constituencies related to women’s and reproductive health and rights, disability rights, and/or social justice. Candidates must have the ability to work both in policy arenas and coalition-building settings. Knowledge about reproductive and genetic technologies is a plus but not required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- successful experience in political, NGO, activist or similar organizations or campaigns;
- commitment to the core mission of CGS;
- ability to adapt to new tasks, organize resources, establish priorities, and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a small, fast-paced organization;
- strong speaking and writing skills;
- strong project management skills;
- strong computer and internet skills;
- willingness to travel.
TO APPLY:
Send resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and three references to Jesse Reynolds, Center for Genetics and Society, 436 14th St. #1302, Oakland CA 94612. Email (as attachment only, please) to: jreynolds@genetics-and-society.org.
Website: http://www.genetics-and-society.org/about/jobs.html.
3) Project Coordinator, Asia Pacific Gender Mainstreaming Programme/ UNOPS & UNDP / Kathmandu, Nepal / Closing date: June 21, 2004.
VACANCY DETAILS:
Vacancy Code: RAS/03/001
Project Title: Asia Pacific Gender Mainstreaming Programme (APGMP)
Duty Station: Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Under APGMP, UNDP will focus on rights of women in the countries and political spheres as guaranteed by CEDAW and other human rights treaties.
The regional Manager/Deputy Regional Manager of the UNDP Regional Centre in Kathmandu will provide general supervision to the incumbent, to take the lead in management of the project and provide substantive analytical policy and technical input toward achieving stated project objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage directly the implementation of the program including preparing and implementing project annual workplan, budget oversight, staff recruitment and assessment, monitoring and general administration in keeping with UNDP rules and procedures;
- Provide technical guidance to program partners in planning and implementing their respective activities, negotiate the contracts and ensure quality and timely outputs;
- The Program Coordinator will coordinate the implementation of the economics component, providing substantive capacity to the program in this area. Her/his responsibility will span planning the 3 year workpan of the component, recommending appropriate institutional base(s) for any or all of the activities, leading the implementation of policy research studies and directing and monitoring the activities of partners;
- Ensure effective coordination with other key partners like the UNDP Country Offices and UNDP’s various programs, UNIFEM and other key partners like UN-ESCAP, UN-DAW, ILO and others;
- Promote dialogue and discussion through convening of national and regional consultations;
- Identify and facilitate strengthening / establishment of networks and electronic mail groups to promote peer group learning and sharing of information and dissemination of policy;
- Develop sustained advocacy efforts to promote project outputs including working closely with media and other partners;
- Develop sustainable training programs at national and sub-regional levels;
- Work closely with UNDP Regional Policy and Program teams to develop UNDP cross practice in gender mainstreaming, and provide as required and requested policy advisory and capacity building support to country offices, and input into UNDP Global Policy and Knowledge Management and Dissemination policies and processes.
REQUIREMENTS:
-- Post-graduate degree in gender in development, or related studies, with a very strong focus on feminist economics, gender budgeting and women’s economic empowerment;
-- Minimum of 15 years experience working in or with developing countries on the above issues, with demonstrated capacity to work at both policy as well as grassroots levels. Strong ability to function at both policy and project implementations levels;
-- Strong networks with CSOs in the region;
-- Proven track record in managing technical cooperation, facilitating networks, building partnerships particularly with both government and civil society, mobilizing resources and advocacy;
-- Excellent interpersonal and cross
cultural communication skills, with understanding of Asia Pacific culture and
customs an advantage
-- Computer and internet literate;
-- Strong written and spoken English;
-- Women candidates are strongly recommended to apply.
TO APPLY:
Vacancy Code: RAS/03/001
Kindly submit CV by fax or email indicating position
applied to: Mr Hazman Abu Kassim, Operations Assistant (email: HazmanK@unops.org) or fax: +603-20875655. Closing date: 21 JUNE 2004
Website: http://www.unops.org.
4) Regional Coordinator / The Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law and Development / Chiangmai, Thailand / Deadline: June 30, 2004.
THE ORGANIZATION:
APWLD is a regional network of women's groups and individuals in the Asia Pacific, committed to enabling women to use law as an instrument of social change for equality, justice and development. It works for the promotion of women's human rights, as codified in UN international human rights instruments, including the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), and the Beijing Platform for Action.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manages the operations of the Secretariat and supervises the work of the Secretariat staff;
* Acts as spokesperson of the APWLD and represents the organization in international and regional formations, conferences and other fora;
* Ensures the preparation of the APWLD work plans, budget and reports for the review and approval of the Programme and Management Committee and the Regional Council;
* Primarily responsible for fundraising, including maintaining close links with donors;
* Sits as an ex-officio member in the Regional Council and Programme and Management Committee;
* Keeps the Programme and Management Committee and the
Regional Council informed of important
developments concerning the organisation; and
* Performs other functions that may be assigned by the Programme and Management Committee and Regional Council.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must be from the Asia Pacific region;
* Minimum of five years experience in development work and women's rights at regional level and the national level;
* Must have a degree in social sciences; degree in law or advanced degree in field of social sciences, human rights or women's studies is an advantage;
* Must be committed to the promotion of women’s human rights;
* Must have knowledge of international human rights and development issues in the Asia Pacific;
* Must have knowledge and skills in conceptualisation and planning of programmes as well as implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes;
* Skills in lobbying and advocacy an advantage;
* Must have leadership skills;
* Must have excellent command of the English language, both oral and written and be able to write funding proposals and programme reports;
* Must have good interpersonal skills, with ability to network and liaise in a multi-cultural environment, through various avenues (i.e. face to face and emails);
* Must have literacy in basic computer programmes such as word and excel;
* Must be able to travel overseas as required.
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should submit the following:
* resume;
* application letter that addresses the required qualifications;
* two reference letters.
These documents are to be submitted to: Sachee Vilaithong, Liaison Officer, APWLD, Santitham YMCA Building, 3rd Floor Rooms 305 -308 11 Sermsuk Road, Soi Mengrairasmi, Chiangmai, Thailand. Tel: (6653) 404613-4 Fax: (6653) 404615 Email: sachee@apwld.org
The deadline for applications is 30 JUNE 2004.
Only short listed applicants will be notified. The successful applicant must be able to relocate to Chiangmai within one month’s notice.
Website: http://www.apwld.org/jobvacancies.htm.
5) Programme Officer / The Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law and Development / Chiangmai, Thailand / Open until filled.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The main responsibility is to coordinate with the Task Forces or working groups in the planning and implementation of activities under the Women’s Participation in Political Processes and Labour and Migration.
* Reports directly to the Regional Coordinator in the first instance and to the Task Force members, Regional Council members, and Programme and Management Committee members as required;
* Assists in carrying out APWLD programme of action; conceptualises, implements, monitors and evaluates activities;
* Implements assigned programmes to include activities such as, conferences, consultations, workshops, seminars, training, campaigns research etc;
* Coordinates with the task forces and provides secretariat support for task forces meetings and approved task forces activities;
* Assists the Finance officer with the preparation of financial reports related to her programmes;
* Assists in the preparation of project proposals and budgetary requirements for donor agencies;
* Prepares reports and documentation related to her programmes;
* Facilitates with the Resource officer preparation of publications related to her programmes;
* Assists in preparing for Regional Council and Programme and Management Committee meetings;
* May represent APWLD in regional/international for a as approved by the Regional Coordinator.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Committed to the promotion of women’s human rights;
* Must have a degree in social sciences; degree in law or advanced degree in field of social sciences, human rights or women's studies is an advantage;
* Must have knowledge of international human rights and development issues in the Asia Pacific;
* Minimum of three years experience in development work and women's rights at the national level required, and at regional level is an advantage;
* Experience in working on issues related to labour and migration (L&M) and/or women’s participation in political process an advantage;
* Must have knowledge and skills in conceptualisation and planning of programmes as well as implementation, monitoring and evaluation;
* Skills in research, lobbying and advocacy an advantage;
* Must have excellent command of the English language, both oral and written; and be able to write campaign papers, program reports and project proposals;
* Must have good interpersonal skills, with ability to network and liaise in a multi-cultural environment, through various avenues (i.e.face to face and emails);
* Must have literacy in basic computer programmes such as word and excel;
* Must be able to work independently, and as part of a
team; and
* Must be able to travel overseas as required.
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should submit the following:
* resume
* application letter that addresses the required
qualifications
* two reference letters.
These documents are to be submitted to: Sachee Vilaithong, Liaison Officer, APWLD, Santitham YMCA Building, 3rd Floor Rooms 305 -308 11 Sermsuk Road, Soi Mengrairasmi, Chiangmai, Thailand. Tel: (6653) 404613-4 Fax: (6653) 404615 Email: sachee@apwld.org
For Programme Officer position we will continue to receive applications until the position is filled.
Only short listed applicants will be notified. The successful applicant must be able to relocate to Chiangmai within one month’s notice.
Website: http://www.apwld.org/jobvacancies.htm.
6) Executive Director // Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network // Montreal, Quebec, Canada // Closing date: July 01, 2004.
DESCRIPTION:
The Montreal-based Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network is one of the world’s foremost charitable organizations dedicated to the promotion of the human rights of people living with and vulnerable to HIV/AIDS, in Canada and internationally. We accomplish this through research, policy analysis, education, advocacy, and community mobilization.
The Executive Director is accountable to the Board of Directors of the Network, and works co-operatively with the Board to establish the Network’s goals, policies and strategic directions. He or she is responsible for the effective overall operation of the Network within the policy framework established by the Board, and for implementing the Network’s mandate.
The Executive Director is a member, and the leader of, the Management Team, and is expected to work co-operatively within that team. He or she is also a member of the Policy/Research Team on an as needed basis.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
* Advising and supporting the Board of Directors in its various roles, especially in formulating strategic directions, organizational plans, and developing policy;
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with other organizations, government agencies and funders;
* Acting as the Network’s primary spokesperson and representative with government agencies, community groups, and the media when appropriate;
* Overseeing the development and implementation of the annual work plan, and ensuring that production goals and the terms of contribution agreements are met;
* Maintaining the Network’s reputation for excellence;
* Securing adequate funding for the Network
and ensuring effective management of
financial resources; and
* Managing the Network’s human resources and ensuring it is a healthy and effective work environment.
REQUIREMENTS:
The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills; extensive experience in policy analysis and advocacy work in HIV/AIDS, human rights, or a related field; be driven by a passion for excellence and social justice; and have proven management and fundraising skills.
In addition, the ideal candidate must be comfortable dealing with multiple stakeholders, including senior government officials, NGO communities, and the private sector; and should be able to work in both of Canada’s official languages. Persons living with HIV/AIDS are encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY:
Please send a covering letter and detailed resumé by 1 JULY 2004 to: ED Hiring Committee, Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network, 417 St-Pierre Street, Suite 408, Montréal, QC H2Y 2M4. Fax: (514) 397-8570 Email: hiringED@aidslaw.ca
Website: http://www.aidslaw.ca/AbouttheNetwork/jobopportunities.htm.
7) Midwifery Training Advisor // GOAL // Saurimo/Luena, Angola.
DESCRIPTION:
GOAL have been operational in the East of Angola since 1994 and now have developed an integrated health programme with emergency primary health care, reproductive health interventions, HIV and malaria control programme.
The midwifery trainer is responsible for managing the reproductive health part of the programme in both Lunda Sul and Moxico. This work will involve the support of the two reproductive health clinics in Saurimo town and RH components of all PHC clinics. This role will primarily be one of training and support to the RH programme managers, developing modules for training and liaison with the MoH.
OVERALL OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION:
The key objective of this position is the formation and training of two teams of national programme managers and trainers who will be able to provide training and support to all supported health facilities, traditional birth attendant networks and MoH.
Contract Length: One year. This is an unaccompanied position. See detailed description of responsibilities at: http://www.goal.ie/jobs/ AngolaMid.shtml.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Midwife with two years experience – interest in training through experience is desirable;
* Overseas African experience or a clear understanding of the relevant issues;
* Portuguese desirable; Good written English;
* Willingness to travel and stay in remote areas.
TO APPLY:
If you feel ready for a new and worthwhile challenge and are looking for the chance to make a difference in the developing world, please forward a CV to: Personnel Department, GOAL, PO Box 19, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. OR e-mail us at: applications@goal.ie.
Interviews will be held in Dublin or London. Unfortunately GOAL cannot contribute to financial costs incurred when attending interview.
Website: http://www.goal.ie/jobs/AngolaMid.shtml.
8) Lecturer B/Senior Lecturer // The Institute for Women’s Studies, Lancaster University // Lancaster, UK // Closing date: July 02, 2004.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Ref.: A298.
The Institute for Women’s Studies seeks to appoint a Lecturer B/Senior Lecturer.
The person appointed will be expected to contribute to the research culture of the Institute and of the Faculty. This will include organising research events, seminars, workshops and conferences; making bids for funded research; and supervising PhD students. The person appointed is also expected to publish widely and to participate in national and international conferences and research events at Lancaster University and elsewhere.
The person appointed will teach on both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the Institute.
The person appointed will be expected to take on administrative responsibilities in the Institute. This will involve working in a team, liaising with assistant staff, and participating in Institute, Faculty and University Committees.
Learn more about this position and the Institute at: http://www.personnel.lancs.ac.uk (Ref: A298).
REQUIREMENTS:
We welcome applicants from those with a background in womens studies and gender studies, with a specialism in: development, postcolonial studies, critical race studies, international aspects of gender relations, transnational gender/sexuality studies, work and employment.
Applicants should have a good record of research and teaching and be able to supervise postgraduate students.
TO APPLY:
To apply, or to receive further information online, please visit: http://www.personnel.lancs.ac.uk or telephone the Personnel Department, quoting reference number A298, on 01524- 846349.
Please include a piece of your writing (a journal article or book chapter) with your application form, a covering letter of no more than two pages and a curriculum vitae.
Closing Date: 2 JULY 2004.
(cross-posted from Gainsnet@un-instraw.org)
9) Chair / Institute for Women’s Studies, Lancaster University / Lancaster, UK / Closing date: July 13, 2004.
DESCRIPTION:
REF: A299.
RESEARCH: The person appointed will be expected to contribute to and take a lead in the continuing development of the research culture of the Institute and of the Faculty. This will include organizing research events, seminars, workshops and conferences; making bids for funded research; and attracting PhD students. The person appointed is also expected to publish widely and to be active in organizing national and international conferences and research events at Lancaster University and elsewhere. They will be expected to contribute to the continuation of the Institutes top (6*)RAE rating.
TEACHING: The person appointed will teach on both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the Institute, including supervision of PhD students.
ADMINISTRATION: The person appointed will be expected to take on major administrative responsibilities in the Institute. This will involve working in a team, liaising with assistant staff, and participating in Institute, Faculty and University Committees.
Learn more about this position and the Institute at: http://www.personnel.lancs.ac.uk (Ref.: A299).
REQUIREMENTS:
The Institute welcomes applications from those with a background in women’s studies and gender studies, with a specialism in: development, postcolonial studies, critical race studies, international aspects of gender relations, transnational gender and sexuality studies.
Applicants should be senior academics who display academic leadership with excellent records of research, teaching and postgraduate supervision. Ideally applicants should be in a position to attract international research students and external research funding.
TO APPLY:
To apply, or to receive further information online, please visit: http://www.personnel.lancs.ac.uk or telephone the Personnel Department, quoting reference number A299, on 01524- 846349.
Please include a piece of your writing (a journal article or book chapter) with your application form, a covering letter of no more than two pages and a curriculum vitae.
Closing Date: 13 JULY 2004.
10) Senior Research Assistant/Research Analyst, Gender Task Force //The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) // Washington, DC, USA // Closing date: July 07, 2004.
SUMMARY:
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is seeking candidates with a strong background in gender research for a senior research assistant/research analyst position.
The successful candidate will work with the Gender Task Force to:
- build upon IFPRI’s strong work on gender and intrahousehold research,
- identify needs and opportunities for addressing gender issues in ongoing and new research at the institute,
- support the initiation of such new research by
reviewing and synthesizing literature under the supervision of a senior
research fellow, and
- help disseminate information about IFPRI’s work on gender to external and internal audiences.
The position is a one-year, fixed-term appointment, and is renewable depending on performance and funding.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters degree in economics, agricultural economics, sociology, anthropology, gender studies, or related field.
- Strong knowledge of gender analysis and research in developing countries, experience in literature review.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Capacity for working in interdisciplinary and multicultural teams as a team player.
- For research analyst level, progress towards a PhD or several years post-Masters’ degree experience is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Quantitative analysis and modeling skills,
- ability to work with minimal supervision,
- working knowledge of French or Spanish,
- experience in proposal development,
- field research in developing countries.
Women and developing country professionals are encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY:
Ref#: 04-123. Email as attached Word documents a detailed letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names of at least three references to: Email: IFPRI-HRLOCAL@cgiar.org Address: IFPRI, Human Resource Services, 2033 K Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006. DEADLINE: JULY 7, 2004.
Website: http://www.ifpri.org.
11) Development/Legislative Program Internship // The Women’s Edge Coalition // Washington, DC, USA // Deadline: June 18, 2004.
SUMMARY:
Days/Hours: 10-20 hours/week, semester commitment
UNPAID internship
The Women’s Edge Coalition’s Development/Legislative program advocates to ensure that U.S. development assistance reaches women as well as men in developing countries and raises awareness on these issues among the public. The Development/Legislative program monitors current U.S. programs and how they reach women and works with the Congressional leaders to provide accountability on how programs reach women and girls. The Development/Legislative program also works closely with the outreach and communications departments to educate and mobilize activists around global women’s issues.
The Women’s Edge Coalition has had much success with many interns. You will learn a lot and get a great reference. We invest a lot in our interns and you will have a high degree of responsibility and very high level of involvement in the organization.
SPECIFIC DUTIES include:
-· Researching and drafting materials on development issues.
-· Organizing Women’s Edge Coalition members for meetings with Congress.
-· Attending coalition meetings.
-· Tracking current legislation.
Current projects that interns may be involved in include:
-· Millennium Challenge Account
-· The Citizen’s Guide to Global Issues
-· Women and Afghanistan.
REQUIREMENTS:
All of the Women’s Edge Coalition Internships require:
-· Superior oral and written communication skills;
-· Excellent research skills;
-· Strong interest in international development economics, or political organizing for international women’s issues;
-· Enthusiastic and self-motivated work style with attention to detail;
-· Ability to work in the office at least 10 hours per week;
-· Interest and/or course work in international economics, development or women’s issues;
-· Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook;
-· Experience with Congress a plus.
TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter, resume and short writing sample to Phoebe Lee, Women’s Edge Coalition, 1825 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC, 20009. All materials must be received by Friday, JUNE 18, 2004.
For more information, please see: http://www.womensedge.org/pages/aboutus/jobs.jsp.
12) Policy Coordinator / Women’s Edge Coalition/ Washington, DC, USA.
DESCRIPTION:
The Policy Coordinator will be responsible for supporting all projects undertaken by the Development program. Specific duties include:
- writing policy materials;
- working with congressional staff;
- researching and tracking legislation directly related to Development Program activity;
- attendance, participation or facilitation of meetings with Women’s Edge Coalition members;
- attendance at briefings; and
- general support of the Development Program.
The Policy Coordinator will take the lead on one to two Development Program projects to be selected in conjunction with the Legislative Director. As the lead staff person, the Policy Coordinator will implement strategies that she/he has developed and presented to the Director. On these issues, she/he will be the primary liaison to related coalitions and Hill offices. When necessary, she/he will collaborate with Outreach, Communications and Fundraising staff.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants should have familiarity with the legislative process;
- experience working for a member of Congress preferred;
- strong written and verbal communication skills;
- the ability to juggle multiple projects;
- a sense of humor; and
- 1-3 years of work experience in related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (International Relations, Development Economics, Women’s Studies with an international focus, etc.) preferred.
TO APPLY:
To apply, please send hard copy of cover letter, resume, and professional writing sample to Nora O’Connell, Legislative Director, Women’s Edge Coalition, 1825 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC, 20009. No phone calls or emails please.
For more information on the Women’s Edge Coalition, visit our website www.womensedge.org.
(cross-posted from http://www.idealist.org)
13) Public Education Coordinator, Lesbian and Gay Rights Project / ACLU / New York, NY, USA / Open until filled.
BACKGROUND:
The Lesbian & Gay Rights and AIDS Projects of the American Civil Liberties Union seek committed and experienced applicants for the position of Public Education Coordinator.
The goal of the Lesbian & Gay Rights Project is equal treatment and basic respect for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people. This means even-handed treatment by the government, protection from discrimination in jobs, schools, housing, and public accommodations, and equal rights for lesbian and gay couples and families. The mission of the AIDS Project is to ensure that, as society responds to the changing nature of the HIV epidemic, it does not needlessly abrogate fundamental constitutional rights.
The Coordinator reports to the Projects’ Public Education Director and works closely with other staff on key areas of the Projects’ public education efforts.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- In consultation with Project’ Public Education Director, drafts and helps design the projects’ outreach materials and publications (print and electronic), and manages the production of those materials.
- Manages the Projects’ web pages, including working with the ACLU’s media relations and information technology departments to post press releases, legal documents and other materials as necessary.
- The Coordinator will also be responsible for developing plans for distributing materials to key audiences, maintaining inventory and assessing the need for new or updated materials.
- Manages production of the Projects’ annual report, including overseeing the drafting of the report, selecting and working with a designer to design the project, selecting a printer and managing production.
- Manages such other policy and education projects, and drafts such other materials as the Projects’ Public Education Director may from time to time direct.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven commitment to and in-depth understanding of LGBT issues and other civil liberties issues are essential as are strong writing skills, solid inter-personal abilities and an attention to detail.
- Three years in public education or related field with experience working with websites and web based materials and/or experience writing for a law or policy based organization is desired.
- A college degree is preferred, but not essential.
- Proven ability to work well under pressure yet think creatively and strategically is a must.
TO APPLY:
Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, at least one relevant writing sample and references to: Paul Cates, Lesbian & Gay Rights and AIDS Project, ACLU, 125 Broad St., 18th Floor, New York, NY 10004.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, which will not be before July 5, 2004.
Website: http://www.aclu.org.
(cross-posted from http://www.idealist.org)
14) Gender Specialist / International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) / Kathmandu, Nepal / Deadline: June 30, 2004.
DESCRIPTION:
The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) requires a Gender Specialist for its Gender Mainstreaming Programme.
ICIMOD, with its headquarters in Kathmandu, Nepal was established in 1983 to address challenges of economic and environmental development in the Hindu Kush-Himalayas (HKH): covering parts of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan.
Job location: Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration: Three years at regional offer scale
The professional will be based in ICIMOD’s Culture, Equity, Gender, and Governance (CEGG) Programme and will be responsible for achieving the following programme goals:
-to promote equitable representation of mountain women in decision making with a special focus on enhancing the political participation of women;
-to promote strengthened and equitable property rights for mountain women;
-to establish a global network of mountain women.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop programme strategies and proposals to achieve programme goals;
- Establish partnerships with a diversity of national, regional and global partners;
- Act as a focal point for gender and development within ICIMOD and mainstream gender into ICIMOD programmes;
- Mobilise financial resources for the programme;
- Guide, mentor and manage research, publications and products.
