Advocacy Specialist, Uganda Rights of Rule of Law Activity Vacancy at IREX International in Kampala,Uganda

Post:Advocacy Specialist, Uganda Rights of Rule of Law Activity, Uganda
Organization:IREX International
Country:Uganda
Location:Kampala, Uganda

General Information
Location: Uganda
Division: Media, Technology and Civil SocietyReports To: Chief of PartyDate Posted: 10/7/2013Application Deadline: 11/1/2013

Position Summary
IREX seeks an Advocacy Specialist to assist in implementing an expected USAID-funded rule of law program in Uganda. The program goal is to empower Ugandans to demand and assert their rights, and help increase the capacity of duty bearers to provide rights. The project will address three major areas: supporting an independent judiciary; fostering advocacy; and advancing the flow of information, including through media.

The position is contingent on funding.

Duties & Responsibilities

    Responsible for the provision and oversight of technical direction and assistance in support of improved technical, financial, and human resource capacity of participant civil society organizations

    Promote effective advocacy for promotion of human rights and equal access to justice

    Support both state and non-state efforts aimed at upholding both human rights and rule of law

    Support civic efforts as a viable check on usurping of human rights and rule of law

    Develop and maintain effective collaborations with program partners and key stakeholders

    Represent IREX and support its organizational development

Qualifications

•     A bachelor's degree in law, political science, social policy or in a related social science discipline
•     A minimum of 3 years' experience in advocacy and civil society engagement with a particular focus on building the capacity of indigenous community groups in advocacy and engagement
•     Must have at least 2 years of technical experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders including the judiciary, CSOs, and adjudication institutions in a developing country
•     Demonstrated experience in civil society engagement in Uganda
•     Demonstrated team player with visionary leadership
•     Experience working with USG supported projects
•     Experience in mentoring, coaching and skills transfer
•     Excellent representational and communication skills, written and oral proficiency in English
• Closing Date: Friday, 01 November 2013

How to Apply
http://unjobs.org/vacancies/1381202506581