Associate Reform Coordinator

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Associate Reform Coordinator

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

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Law

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6 years

Position

2020-01-28

2020-02-06

Required Skills

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Fields of study

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Full Time

Job Description

Agency

Government Agency

Title

Associate Reform Coordinator

Job ID

28421

Practice Area - Job Family

Democratic Governance - ELECTIONS

Vacancy End Date

(Midnight New York, USA)

11/02/2020

Time Left

15d 12h 11m

Duty Station

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Education & Work Experience

I-Master's Level Degree - 6 year(s) experience

Languages

Required:

Desired:

Amharic, English

Grade

SB5

Vacancy Type

Service Contract (SC)

Posting Type

External

Bureau

Africa

Contract Duration

One year with a possibility of extension

Background

Since 1995, Ethiopia has adopted a multiparty parliamentary system and a federal structure devolving power to nine regions and two city administrations. The Constitution established a bi-cameral parliamentary form of government with two houses. The framework of governance includes a system of political representation based on the holding of local (every 2.5 years) and nation-wide elections (every 5 years), and formation of a set of legislative institutions at all levels including, at the apex`, the two houses of the national parliament (the House of Peoples Representatives (HoPR) and the House of Federation (HoF).

Under the current constitution, the country held five general elections, the last being in May 2015. Among all elections, only the 2005 election was characterized by improved political space and competition between political parties.

Ethiopia has embarked on a path of reforms and political renewal. The government has systematically invested in the opening of the political space and has lifted many of the restrictions that were placed on political participation. The most notable development was the lifting of ‘terror labels’ of several previously outlawed political parties. The return of opposition parties has enriched the political debate and has been a clear indication of the Government and the Ruling Coalition to engage in open and more inclusive political process. This is expected to have direct bearing on the upcoming general elections planned for 2020.

The National Electoral Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has recently seen its leadership changed. The change of NEBE’s leadership reconfirmed the Government’s commitment to reform the institution and enhance its credibility within the political sphere but also among the general public. NEBE has faced reputational challenges and was heavily criticized for being biased and partial in conducting previous elections. Investment in the Board’s integrity, professionalism and effectiveness has been included in the policy priority areas that were captured in the ‘New Horizon of Hope’ document, issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) following the most recent Cabinet reshuffle.

In response to the request by the Government of Ethiopia and with the view to support the reforms and general elections, the United Nations has performed a Needs Assessment Mission (NAM), which confirms that conditions were favourable for the United Nations to design and activate an elections programme/project of support. UNDP supported the development of the ‘Supporting Elections for Ethiopia’s Democratic Strengthening (SEEDS)’, which was launched in June 2019.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions:

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Board Chairperson and in close cooperation with the UNDP’s Governance and Capacity Development Team Leader and the Chief Technical Advisor of the GDPP, the incumbent will be responsible for performing the following duties:

The Associate Coordinator will specifically focus on achieving the following key deliverables under the direct supervision of the Chairperson, and in close consultation with the Chief Executive Officer and other relevant technical staff both at the Headquarters and in the Branch Offices:

Duties and Responsibilities:

1) Support the Chairperson and more broadly the Board in developing a Roadmap and complementary strategies. These may include, among other things:

Follow up on the implementation of specific quick-win activities initiated by the Office;
Research, analysis and presentation of relevant information gathered from diverse sources;
Support in the preparation of reports, background papers, studies, concept notes, talking points and work plans;
Any other activity in support of the work of the Board, national and international experts as required.

2) Support the coordination of the Electoral Support Project:

The Associate Coordinator will work closely with the Board Chairperson, the Chief Executive Officer and the team of experts mobilized by NEBE and other stakeholders including UNDP to design and implement a comprehensive electoral support project. As such, s/he will be expected to:

Provide supportive service to the Board in leading the development of the Electoral Support Project, and ensuring consultative processes and broad base engagement are secured;
Facilitate the engagement of the Board members and team of experts with relevant national stakeholders, civil society actors, development partners.

3) Assist the Board Chairperson in the discharge of her roles and responsibilities particularly in relation to ensuring fair, free and credible elections. These includes:

Conducting information gathering, research and preparing briefs and drafting position papers;
Drafting materials related to justice sector reform and supporting the Chief Justice in ensuring communication on justice sector reform through correspondence, reports, notes, press-release, speeches;
Identifying stakeholders in support of the reform process, and maintaining contacts with Ethiopian stakeholders and external partners;
Any other activity as assigned by the Chairperson.

The Associate Coordinator is expected to have a high level of adaptability and flexibility to changes in the context. It is expected that s/he would adjust her/his deliverables to address competing priorities, as defined by the Chairperson.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UNs core values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the UN;
Displays cultural, gender, religious, racial, nationality and age sensitivity.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning.

Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture;
In-depth knowledge on issues of governance in general and election-related issues in particular;
Ability to effectively engage with senior officials and other external actors.

Development and Operational Effectiveness.

Result oriented: ability to apply results-based management and reporting;
Ability to analyse emerging trends, institutional and governance issues and present briefing notes;
Ability to manage multiple tasks and to respond to queries from external actors in a timely fashion;
Ability collect and organize data for evidence-based decision-making by the NEBE leadership;
Ability to effectively engage and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders.

Management and Leadership.

Focuses on impact and results for the client and responds positively to feedback and guidance;
Understands and applies appropriate team roles effectively and shows conflict resolution skills;
Consistently approaches work with energy and positive and constructive attitudes;
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
Builds strong relationships with clients and external partners and actors;
Remains calm, in control and diplomatic even under pressure;
Demonstrates ability to manage complexities and to deliver under pressure.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advanced university degree in political science, law, sociology, journalism/communications, management or related fields

Work Experience:

Six years and above experience in the governance and justice sector, in the media, public relations;
Proven experience of working in a multi-stakeholder setting, and capacity to coordinate projects;
Strong knowledge of Ethiopia’s governance landscape, legal system as well as the recent reforms;
Proven record and experience in drafting analytical reports, briefing notes, talking points, documenting meeting outcomes;
Experience in working with the United Nations is advantageous.

Technical Knowledge:

Excellent written communication skills in Amharic and English, including drafting and editing;
Excellent time management and ability to produce outputs as per agreed deadlines;
Ability to work seamlessly in a multi-cultural environment;
Ability to implement UNDP projects according to UNDP’s rules and regulations.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in Amharic and English languages - written and spoken.

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