The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe's (OSCE) Centre in Astana, Kazakhstan is pleased to inviteundergraduate students currently enrolled in universities from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan to submit applications for competitive selection to attend the OSCE Central Asian Youth Network Seminar, which will be hosted by the OSCE Centre in Astana and held on 4-6 September 2012 in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

The seminar will bring together promising students from Central Asian OSCE participating States to enhance their critical thinking skills and ability to think beyond the box about existing threats to security in Central Asia. The seminar also aims to stimulate creativity and encourage a co-operative approach among students from countries in the region. Seminar participants will be selected based on the quality of their application (particularly the critical review)1 and their community involvement.

CAYN alumni are also encouraged to apply. There are 10 funded places reserved for CAYN alumni. The candidates will be chosen based on their proposed substantive contribution to the event. But in any case, if you happen to be in Almaty at the time of the seminar, please feel free to join CAYN2012 (prior registration is required).

Successful candidates will be invited, all expenses paid, to attend the seminar in Almaty to participate in panel discussions, interactive exercises, and a simulation game with their fellow Central Asian students, CAYN alumni, and leading regional experts. We look forward to welcoming you to Almaty!

OSCE/CAYN2012 Student Application: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEZySzV1MXk0ZTVCdzBJaGI3N1ZNdlE6MQ

OSCE/CAYN2012 ALUMNI Application: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFFEMEtRT2swbmg3NFR6SV82N1NMVUE6MA#gid=0

DEADLINE: 13 June, 2012 (Earlier submissions are encouraged)

For more information on OSCE/CAYN activities, please visit:

http://www.osce.org/astana/69586,

https://www.facebook.com/groups/174026419859/ or contact vie email: osce.cayn2012(at)gmail.com

1How we evaluate your critical review: We expect a highly original personal perspective on the topic. We will look for an ability to challenge existing assumptions, a coherent presentation of arguments, a clear structure, and intelligent comments. Anti-plagiarism rules apply to all works received.

Cross-posted from: http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=30250 and from the Peace and Collaborative Development Network, http://internationalpeaceandconflict.org

For further information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=30250

CLIMATE CHANGE GOVERNANCE AND DEVELOPMENT EFFECTIVENESS ADVISOR
Location : Bangkok, THAILAND
Application Deadline : 10-Jun-12
Additional Category Environment and Energy
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-5
Languages Required : English
Starting Date (date when the selected candidate is expected to start): 01-Aug-2012
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 year

Duties and Responsibilities

The Climate Change Governance and Development Effectiveness Advisor will provide substantive and technical advice and advocacy regarding Climate Change Governance and Development Effectiveness and report to the Democratic Governance Practice Team Leader at the APRC. The Adviser will provide specific support for UNDP's policy and programming in two related areas: (i) strengthening UNDP's policy advice and technical support for the enhancing climate change governance at country levels; and (ii) applying development effectiveness principles and approaches to climate change finance and ODA.

Regional Policy Advisory/Programme Support-Delivery:

Provide policy and programming support to country offices and national stakeholders in the region to strengthen: (i) the governance dimensions of a climate change response, (ii) the effective delivery of climate finance; and (iii) the overall management of development finance:

Provide policy advisory support to the Country Offices, Governments and Asia Regional Governance Programme (ARGPII) as well as other relevant regional programmes on climate change governance and development effectiveness.
Support the implementation of innovative approaches to governance assessments and political economy analysis that inform country level climate change policy and programming.
Support analysis and provide advice on how governments and other stakeholders can best access sources of international climate finance that strengthen and use their own budgeting, planning and public financial management systems.
Support UNDP CO and governments in their facilitation of Consultative Groups and Round Tables and other policy forums to consider climate change finance and development effectiveness concerns and ensure that gender dimensions of climate change mitigation and adaptation are integrated in the agenda.
Have oversight of a P3 governance and development effectiveness advisor supporting work on development effectiveness services to government and country offices focusing on aid policy and implementation of the Busan commitments on development effectiveness

Research and Content Development:

The advisor will work with UNDP Country offices, UNDP APRC's Democratic Governance team, and across UNDP's practices at regional and global levels, to strengthen knowledge management on climate change governance and development effectiveness at the country level. To this effect the advisor will:

Lead the management of the multi-stakeholder climate change finance and development effectiveness community of practice and work across practices to ensure that this CoP adds value to and draws value from other CoPs in climate, development effectiveness and governance as well as gender for example.
Ensure innovative analysis, assessment and approaches to the governance of climate change and to the delivery of climate finance in line with development effectiveness principles is codified and shared within UNDP, with country partners and other developments partners in the region.
Work with the P3 development effectiveness to ensure knowledge products on development effectiveness and innovation in the implementation of the Busan commitments on development effectiveness are also shared.
Support country level monitoring of effectiveness of climate change finance and ODA in line with the Busan monitoring framework and country level development effectiveness monitoring mechanisms

Policy Development:

The advisor will support global policy development on climate change governance and development effectiveness by ensuring cutting edge innovations from the region are fed into HQ policy processes; and by ensuring UNDP's corporate policy and innovations at the global level are replicated in countries of the Asia Pacific. To this effect, the advisor will:

Facilitate country consultations and providing evidence and feedback to HQ in their leadership across international processes such as the Global Partnership on Development Effectiveness, the UNFCCC Standing Committee on climate finance and Rio +20 processes
Support RBAP in its oversight of country policy and programming that relates to climate change governance; climate change finance and development effectiveness
Ensure relevant RBAP and other bureau are consulted upon and involved in the design of policy research and guidance developed from the region.

Partnerships and Resource Mobilization:

The advisor will work with UNDP APRC's Democratic Governance team to strengthen its strategy, resource mobilization and programming with a focus on the governance of climate change and development effectiveness. Including by:

Leading resource mobilization on climate change governance and development effectiveness including as UNDP's lead advisor to the CDDE Facility, as a multi donor programme of support for governance of climate change and development effectiveness.
Lead DG team's contributions to the multidisciplinary APRC team on Governance of Climate Change and Development Effectiveness.
Develop strategic partnerships in democratic governance supporting APRC's goals of integrated approaches to development programming.

Advocacy:

The advisor will work within the DG team to ensure that the UN/UNDP approach to the governance of climate change and development effectiveness is understood and supported by the UN.

Support UNDAF roll outs in their consideration of climate change governance, climate finance and development effectiveness initiatives.
Support UNDAF roll outs as a facilitator and advisor on how development effectiveness relates to the UN.

For further information and to apply, please visit: http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=30250

The Truman National Security Institute's Intern Summer Springboard is a 5-week long leadership development program that arms a new generation of policymakers and politicos with a firm grasp of national security threats and challenges.

Participants learn:

Why political philosophy and security theory matter
Who serves in our military, and how it is structured
Why human rights make smart foreign policy
The tactics behind strategic communications
How to craft a persuasive and publishable Op-Ed
Critical challenges of nuclear weapons in the 21st century

WHEN
The Security Springboard meets from noon to 1 p.m. every Tuesday, July 10th to August 7th. Lunch provided.

WHAT
Weekly presentations led by the Truman Project's experienced trainers and recognized leaders in the national security community.

WHO
The Security Springboard is open to anyone with a summer internship in Washington and an interest in gaining exposure to the core tenets of strong, progressive national security. Participation will be capped at 100 participants. We especially welcome progressives from fields not traditionally tied to foreign policy and national security, but who seek to better understand it.

Find out more at www.trumanproject.org.

To apply, interns must:
1) Complete the application form available here.
2) Submit a resume and a brief essay (no more than 2 pages) explaining their interest in the Security Springboard and how they heard about the program to SecurityScholars(at)trumanproject.org.

Please use "Summer Intern Security Springboard 2012" as the subject of the e-mail.
Due to the abbreviated nature of the program and in the interest of building a cohesive class, attendees are required to attend each session, and "drop-ins" are not permitted. The program, including the lunch and reading material, is provided at no cost to the participants or their offices.

Article first published online: 28 OCT 2011
DOI: 10.1002/hpm.1108
Copyright © 2011 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Summary:
Fragile states need assessment of decentralized management capabilities, not just of the central level, to design capacity-building efforts focused on improving management. Improving the management capacity of health departments at the provincial or district level is just as critical as strengthening the central ministry in fragile states if a health system that effectively addresses the real health needs of the population is to be formed. This paper describes a management capacity assessment tool developed for use in fragile states. It uses a framework that describes six critical management areas: oversight and coordination; human resources; resource management; health financing; community involvement; and health information management. These core areas of health system management are assessed with regard to capacity in three core management functions: the capacity to plan, to implement, and to monitor and evaluate. The tool was applied to assess the management capacity of six counties in Liberia. The results helped differentiate the level of capacity of the different counties and clarify the actions required to strengthen the health system in the periphery. The assessment also allowed the prioritizing of county health offices with regard to the level of capacity building required to improve management. The tool also identified successes that can inform the design of future health programs in other county health offices. The tool can be applied to other challenging country situations to assess management capacity, which will help focus technical assistance to the health sector in fragile states.

Copyright © 2011 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide clinical case management and crisis intervention to include culturally and linguistically appropriate referrals for needed services and benefits including food, shelter, medical and mental health care, education, and safety, and other identified areas of need.
Conduct client intakes and develop individualized case management plans based on client assessments.
Collaborate with Ayuda's Legal Department to provide holistic services to clients.
Conduct outreach and trainings to providers and community members.
Participate and represent Ayuda in meetings with community partner organizations.
Maintain client case files, program statistics and monthly reports.
Coordinate and accompany clients to appointments as needed.
Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree required. BSW preferred.
Fluency in Spanish.
At least 2 years of experience in providing case management and/or direct services to children or youth. Experience working with children, survivors of domestic violence and/or trauma is desired.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of issues involved in working with diverse populations.
Strong commitment to serving, empowering, and advocating on behalf of Ayuda's low-income immigrant client base.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and part of a diverse multidisciplinary team.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience, plus a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental and life insurance.

TO APPLY: Please email the following resume, cover letter and 3 references to
Ms. Anne M. Garcia, LICSW, Social Services Director at: anne(at)ayuda.com. No phone calls please.

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom was created by the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 to monitor the status of freedom of thought, conscience, and religion or belief abroad, as defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and related international instruments, and to give independent policy recommendations to the President, Secretary of State, and Congress. The Commission is an equal opportunity employer.
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Administrative Internship

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom is now accepting internship applications for Summer Semester 2012.

Eligible candidates should have:
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Willingness to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Interest in human rights and foreign policy
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
Most internships are part-time (20-30 hours) and all are unpaid. Tasks will include regular office duties and occasional exposure to religious freedom activities on and around the Hill. The Commission does not provide housing or pay moving expenses, however, will do provide a transport stipend to cover the costs of commute to and from the Commission office.

To apply for an internship, please e-mail, fax or mail a resume, 3-5 page writing sample, 2-3 references and a cover letter explaining your qualifications and why you would like to intern at the Commission.

Internship Program United States Commission on International Religious Freedom
800 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 790
Washington, DC 20002
(PH) 202-523-3240; (FAX) 202-523-5020
(EMAIL) internship(at)uscirf.gov

MMEDIATE INTERNSHIP OPENING

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom was created by the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 to monitor the status of freedom of thought, conscience, and religion or belief abroad, as defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and related international instruments, and to give independent policy recommendations to the President, Secretary of State, and Congress. The Commission is an equal opportunity employer.

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Government Relations and Communications Internship

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom is now accepting internship applications for Summer Semester 2012.

Duties of the Government Relations and Communications intern may include the following:
• Attend and report on Congressional hearings;
• Attend meetings with Congressional Offices;
• Research actions taken by and platforms of Members of Congress and Congressional committees and organizations;
• Create daily press clips for distribution to USCIRF Commissioners and staff, as well as to select individuals at the White House and State Department;
• Track foreign policy statements, human rights legislation, and relevant policy publications;
• Help prepare materials for distribution to the public and press. This includes press releases, policy briefs, newsletters, and reports;
• Help organize and provide logistical support for events such as press conferences, public hearings, and speaking engagements; and
• Provide general administrative support as needed.

Eligible candidates should have:
• Be recent college graduates, college seniors or students enrolled in a graduate program, with an interest in government affairs, foreign policy or a related field;
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills;
• Excellent writing and editing skills;
• Willingness to work independently and with minimal supervision;
• Be familiar with Microsoft Office, including Excel; and
• Willingness to do administrative work.

Most internships are part-time (20-30 hours) and all are unpaid. Tasks will include regular office duties and occasional exposure to religious freedom activities on and around the Hill. The Commission does not provide housing or pay moving expenses, however, will do provide a transport stipend to cover the costs of commute to and from the Commission office.

To apply for an internship, please e-mail, fax or mail a resume, 3-5 page writing sample, 2-3 references and a cover letter explaining your qualifications and why you would like to intern at the Commission.

Internship Program United States Commission on International Religious Freedom
800 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 790
Washington, DC 20002
(PH) 202-523-3240; (FAX) 202-523-5020
(EMAIL) internship(at)uscirf.gov

Convocatoria
El Centro de Investigaciones de Política Internacional (CIPI) convoca a la XI Conferencia de Estudios Americanos, "América Latina y el Caribe en la geoestrategia mundial, procesos en curso y perspectivas", a realizarse del 21 al 23 de noviembre de 2012, en La Habana, Cuba. El evento contará además con otras dos actividades colaterales, el Taller "La integración y cooperación latinoamericana y caribeña. Los desafíos de una propuesta alternativa de desarrollo al neoliberalismo", que tendrá lugar un día antes, el martes 20 y el Curso de actualización "América Latina y el Caribe. Tendencias principales y perspectivas del escenario político regional", previsto del 26 al 30 del mismo mes.

Coauspician la XI Conferencia y las actividades colaterales el Instituto Superior de Relaciones Internacionales "Raúl Roa García", el Centro de Estudios Martianos, la Asociación Nacional de Economistas y Contadores de Cuba, el Centro de Estudios Hemisféricos y sobre Estados Unidos de la Universidad de La Habana y el Consejo Latinoamericano de Ciencias Sociales. Se espera la participación de destacados/as investigadores/as, profesores/as, también de representantes de partidos políticos, movimientos sociales y estudiantes.

Los ejes temáticos principales de la XI Conferencia de Estudios Americanos "América Latina y el Caribe en la geoestrategia mundial, procesos en curso y perspectivas" serán los siguientes:

1. América Latina y el Caribe en el escenario internacional, frente a la crisis y los problemas globales actuales. Balances y perspectivas.

2. Tendencias principales del mapa político latinoamericano y caribeño. Perspectivas económicas, políticas y sociales a corto y mediano plazo, correlaciones de fuerzas, actores gubernamentales y no gubernamentales en las dinámicas nacionales y regionales. Estudios de casos.

3. Integración, concertación y cooperación en América Latina y el Caribe. Políticas, resultados y escenarios futuros. Probables tendencias de sus relaciones con actores extraregionales (EEUU, UE, China, Rusia y otros)

4. América Latina y el Caribe en la geoestrategia mundial. Intereses, concertaciones y rivalidades. Principales desafíos.

5. Política Exterior y Seguridad Nacional de los EE.UU.: cambios y continuidad en las relaciones con América Latina y el Caribe. Perspectivas postelectorales.

Los interesados podrán inscribirse mediante el envío, por correo electrónico, al Comité Organizador de la planilla de inscripción que se adjunta, con los datos personales y un resumen de la ponencia que no exceda las 250 palabras, antes del 1º de octubre de 2012. Se solicita a los participantes además, el envío del texto completo de la ponencia antes del 1º de noviembre de 2012 con vista a su inclusión en las memorias del evento. La presentación oral de cada ponencia no deberá exceder los 15 minutos independientemente de la cantidad de páginas con que cuente la misma.

Los participantes en la XI Conferencia deberán abonar una cuota de inscripción individual de 100.00 CUC (peso cubano convertible), que harán efectiva en el momento de la acreditación, y que cubre la participación en la XI Conferencia, la documentación y almuerzos durante los días de sesiones del evento, así como el cóctel de despedida. Los estudiantes de pregrado que presenten la documentación correspondiente abonarán 60.00 CUC.

Quienes decidan acreditarse también en el Taller "La integración y cooperación latinoamericana y caribeña. Los desafíos de una propuesta alternativa de desarrollo al neoliberalismo" o en el Curso de actualización "América Latina y el Caribe. Tendencias principales y escenario político regional (2012 - 2016)", deberán hacerlo saber en la misma boleta de inscripción. En la primera de las dos actividades cada participante abonará 25.00 CUC, mientras que en el Curso la matricula será de 100.00 CUC, excepto para los estudiantes que pagarán sólo 60.00 CUC. Los participantes en la XI Conferencia y el Curso tendrán acceso libre al Taller.

El Comité Organizador se reserva el derecho de seleccionar las ponencias y paneles que conformarán el programa final de la Conferencia.
CONVOCATORIA XI_Conferencia.doc

Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs global policy area faculty 2011-2012:

(left to right) Ragui Assaad, Sherry Gray, Deborah Levison, Robert Kudrle, Dara K. Cohen, James Ron, and Greta Friedemann-Sánchez.

(not pictured) Steve Andreasen, J. Brian Atwood, Eric James, Robbin Johnson, Aine Seitz McCarthy, Guillermo Narváez, Chavanne Peercy, and Eric Schwartz.

For more information about this World Bank funded project, please see: http://blog.lib.umn.edu/gpa/globalnotes/2012/02/hhh-prof-ragui-assaad-receives.php

Click here (http://careers.state.gov/specialist/vacancy-announcements/iro) to read the vacancy and to start the Gateway to State online application process via USAJobs. The deadline to submit completed applications is July 06, 2012.

All potential applicants are strongly urged to read the entire Vacancy Announcement to ensure that they meet all of the requirements for this position before applying. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and at least 20 years old to apply, be available for worldwide service, and be able to obtain the necessary security, medical and suitability clearances.

Please visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for answers regarding the Foreign Service Specialist selection process. The forums can be found under Engage on the careers.state.gov website.

We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State.

U.S. citizenship is required. An equal opportunity employer.

The Ladd Hollist Service Award http://www.isanet.org/

At the 2005 Annual Meeting in Hawaii, the ISA Governing Council approved the creation of a new award to be called the Ladd Hollist Service Award, established as an annual ISA Award in recognition of his outstanding service and commitment to our Association. Ladd's personal ethics and strength of character helped build the reputation of and respect for the ISA in the world community of international scholars, and provided the ISA with a fundamental base of organizational stability and financial integrity. This award will be given in recognition of a member's significant volunteer contribution to the ISA.

The Norway House Midtsommer Celebration is an annual tradition celebrating the Going Viking spirit by honoring individuals of Norwegian heritage, who through their extraordinary accomplishments and adventuresome spirit, significantly advance the quality of life for others

2012 Going Viking Honorees:

Robert Bergland Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
Jim Brandenburg National Geographic photographer, environmentalist, author

Tove Dahl Dean, Skogfjorden - Norwegian Language Village & Knight of the First Class of the Norwegian Order of Merit

Skogfjorden - Norwegian Language Village 2012 Partner Organization

Evening Program:
5PM - Going Viking Patron Reception
5:30PM - Cocktail reception + auction
6:30PM - Dinner, program & honoree recognition

Reservations:
Individual Ticket - $130
Table of 10 - $1300
Going Viking Patron Ticket - $180 Going Viking Patron ticket includes private reception at 5pm, prior to event

Register Now! https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=mmysuzeab&oeidk=a07e5uk05wj3d0fdd09&oseq=a01htgku4s36i

Join the Celebration. This fundraising event raises money to build Norway House programs such as Peace Initiative and Edvard Grieg Society

For more details: www.norwayhouse.net

JOB DESCRIPTION:
IREX seeks applicants for an immediate opening for the position of Program Director of its Social Media | Social Action Program. The Program Director will oversee all management, operational and program activities. S/he will oversee the IREX Amman office and lead a small team of four program staff to provide trainings, technical assistance, sub grants and material/curriculum development to strengthen the ability of youth-focused civil society organizations in North Africa and Middle East region to use web and mobile-based technologies to increase positive civic engagement. Some regional travel may be required.

The Social Media | Social Action Program connects youth-focused NGOs across the Middle East region with technology tools useful for advancing their work and increasing civic participation. The program also helps these organizations build a catalogue of technology resources so that other organizations can benefit from their expertise. More information about SMSA can be found at: http://www.irex.org/project/social-media-social-action and its activities at http://anadigital.org/ This program is funded by the U.S. Department of State's Middle East Partnership Initiative whose mission is to create vibrant partnerships between America and the citizens of the Middle East and North Africa to empower them to build more pluralistic, participatory, and prosperous societies throughout the region.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Overall responsibility for coordination and implementation of program activities, including providing strategic guidance to staff and playing an integral role in the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of program activities as well as ensuring that program deliverables are being met
· Pursue options for new regional partnerships and activities within the program's mandate
· Maintain effective relations and coordination with IREX/USA staff and program partners including subgrantees, contractors, government liaisons and the donor
· Recruit appropriate consultants and negotiate terms and scopes of work in accordance with IREX policies
· Support and ensure that the work of staff and consultant training activities and training curricula are of high standard and are meeting program objectives
· Ensure that all fiscal and performance activities are in compliance with IREX policies and procedures & USG regulations.
· Provide supervision, mentoring and guidance to program staff and oversee IREX staff support to sub grantee staff

QUALIFICATIONS:
University degree in relevant field, masters preferred
Minimum 7 years experience in international development, preferably with some of that period focused on utilizing technology-based approaches to strengthening civic engagement
Strong Team Leadership skills and ability create a productive working environment for staff
Contextual understanding of the challenges and opportunities of strengthening t
Superior writing, editing and oral presentation skills, evidenced by professional experience and success
Strong organizational skills including ability to prioritize and multi-task
Demonstrated program management experience; field management experience preferred
Flexibility, and enthusiasm for IREX programs
Experience working in North Africa/Middle East preferred
Arabic skills strongly preferred

TO APPLY:
Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
EOE


Teresa Pritchett
Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
IREX
2121 K Street NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202 628 8188 ext. 150
Fax: 202 628 8189

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) would like to partner with prospective faculty at the UMN to support the One Health Initiative. This would apply to the seed grant opportunities and the Request for Proposals which are due June 11. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden our One Health collaborations on the international level.

We are compiling a list of interested faculty who may match an interest with our FAO colleagues. Please contact Carol Peterson (ctrefry(at)umn.edu) for more information. Below is a list of FAO individuals who are working in the One Heath arena

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TITLE: Public Education and Advocacy Coordinator- Africa
DEPARTMENT: International Programs
STATUS: Full-Time
SUPERVISOR: Regional Director- Africa
REGION/UNIT: Central Office
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA

SUMMARY OF PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Public Education and Advocacy Coordinator for Africa is responsible for lifting up the issues of peace and justice in Africa through education, advocacy and constituency mobilization. The coordinator develops strategies to influence thinking, policy and practice. Under the overall direction of the Regional Director for Africa based in Nairobi, he/she engages and collaborates with U.S. regional staff, the AFSC Office of Public Policy and Advocacy in Washington D. C., and the Quaker United Nations Office (QUNO) in New York on matters related to the continent. The coordinator keeps abreast of the relevant contextual realities, emerging issues and policy developments in the U.S. and Africa and coordinates the identification of thematic and/or geographic priorities. With the consent of his/ her supervisor, the coordinator attends external meetings and conferences, and speaks publicly on behalf of AFSC.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: The key responsibilities of the Coordinator include the following:
Program Development and Implementation

Within the framework of the approved plan, develop specific strategies and programs appropriate for achieving the goals and strategic objectives of the Africa Regional plan in the United States.
Plan, lead or coordinate campaigns, delegations, and speaking and study tours as approved in the strategies and in consultation with the Integration and Impact Department where necessary.
Work with the Public Policy and Advocacy Office, Integration and Impact Department, Africa Leadership Team and the QUNO Director and staff to develop strategies and carry out advocacy and diplomacy efforts.
Participate in external meetings and conferences to participate or facilitate discussion on priority issues associated with Africa.
Keep abreast of current political and security developments and contextual realities in the region, and research and produce analytical educational materials.
Produce education and communication materials such as Action Alerts, newsletters, and content for the website in consultation with the Communications Department and the consent of Africa team.
Organizational Support

Coordinate work with Communication Department (media, web and publication team) and serve as an information resource on African issues for AFSC staff members.
Monitor progress toward achievement of goals and objectives of strategies and programs, undertake regular evaluations to measure outcomes and impact and draw lessons to inform programs and decisions making.
Ensure that all assigned projects are carried out effectively and professionally and are consistent with the mission, goals and objectives of the AFSC.
Promote teamwork to achieve a common purpose and engage in continuous professional growth.
Adhere to all AFSC policies and procedures.
Decision-Making

With the overall guidance and consent of the Regional Director for Africa, coordinate consultations and solicit comments on key policy papers, advocacy strategies, media materials and public education plans.
Convene meetings on thematic or geographic issues related to Africa, facilitate discussions and input around possible initiatives or on how to address emerging problems.
Participate in the Africa Leadership Team and Regional staff meetings and education and nurture working relationships with program and management staff in the region.
Communications

Represent the viewpoints of the AFSC to all constituents.
Serve as the principal US contact on Africa issues and provide regular verbal and written briefings and updates to appropriate audiences.
Draft position statements, press releases, op eds, talking points, etc. and manage the process for review.
Maintain regular contact with regional team members in Africa and visit staff and programs on a regular basis.
Prepare and disseminate program and donor reports and newsletters; maintain Africa pages on AFSC web site. Respond to requests for public information.
Collaboration

Facilitate geographic and thematic collaboration among and between staff members throughout the AFSC and convene the Africa Policy Call (APC).
Actively seek opportunities to collaborate with organizations, professional groups, institutions, etc. that will expand the reach and maximize the effectiveness of the AFSC.
Administration

Formulate budgets for public education and advocacy work on Africa in the U.S and participate in the annual budgeting processes.
Participate in the development of strategies for obtaining funds for the region, including writing proposals for grants and identifying potential donors.
Maintain all financial records on program work and prepare financial reports for accountability.
Supervise interns and program assistants as required.

Qualifications

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EDUCATION: Graduate degree or the equivalent in social policy, peace studies, political science, international relations, law or a related field is required.

EXPERIENCE:

No less than three years work experience in the region related to international affairs and public policy, international development, and humanitarian crises, with recognized advancement.
Proven experience in policy analysis, research and advocacy work.
Demonstrated success in constituency outreach, community organizing and mobilization and public education.
Demonstrated experience and understanding of conflict resolutions, conflict transformation, reconciliation and peace building.
Ability to connect with diverse audiences, negotiate and to influence situations using tact and diplomacy--both internally and externally.
OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Commitment to the faith-based principles and guidelines that define the work of AFSC, including a commitment to nonviolence, equality and anti-oppression work and a belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Demonstrated high level of professional skill in written and oral communication in English. Fluency in French desirable.
Ability to persuade and motivate others and to gain the respect and attention of AFSC staff members and volunteers.
Ability to work well under pressure and adapt easily to changing situations and priorities.
Proven ability to reach out collaboratively to individuals, groups and organizations.
Ability to travel regularly, nationally and internationally, and to attend frequent evening and weekend meetings, working overtime as needed.
Excellent computer skills.
COMPENSATION: Salary Range 15 (Base $50,770) - Exempt - Comprehensive medical and hospitalization plan; term life, accident and salary continuation insurances, defined benefit pension plan, plus fringe benefits; participation in unemployment and worker's compensation and social security.

The American Friends Service Committee is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified persons are encouraged to apply regardless of their religious affiliation, race, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability.

The AFSC central office is a unionized workplace, represented by District Council 47 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO. This is a Bargaining Unit II position.

The American Friends Service Committee is a smoke-free workplace.

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