IFES Bangladesh – Vacancy Announcement

IFES is an international, nonprofit organization that supports the building of democratic societies. IFES promotes democratic stability by providing technical assistance and applying field-based research to the electoral cycle in countries around the world to enhance citizen participation and strengthen civil societies, governance and transparency. Founded in 1987 as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, IFES has developed and implemented comprehensive, collaborative democracy solutions in more than 120 countries. Currently we are seeking a Senior Electoral Advisor for IFES Bangladesh. 

Position Title: Senior Electoral Advisor

Scope of Work:

  • Provision of high quality of technical advisory services on the full range of legal, technical and operational issues relating to elections - for example, legislation, voter registration, voting and counting processes and election operations;
  • Responsible for liaison and outreach to the election commission, the constitutional court and civil society groups to ensure the delivery of technical assistance;
  • Effective coordination and management of sector activities to achieve established project outputs and targets;
  • Contributing to progress reports including bi-weekly and quarterly reporting
  • Monitor all developments in the electoral environment, conduct research, analysis and report on electoral, political and programmatic issues;
  • Facilitate external networking for IFES Bangladesh and maintain ongoing excellent  relationships with all relevant electoral stakeholders;
  • Represent  IFES Bangladesh at external events with regard to electoral and political issues;
  • Travel as required; and
  • Undertake other duties as directed by the Chief of Party.

Requirements:

  • At least 10-15 years or comparable of experience of working in an international environment, ideally with significant experience in implementing democratic governance projects;
  • Experience with electoral sector projects, including technical knowledge of electoral assistance and electoral sector needs;
  • Direct experience from working in the Election Commission of Bangladesh strongly preferred;
  • Fluency in English and Bangla, both written and oral;
  • A high level of self-motivation and ability to work within a fast-paced environment;
  • Strong analytical skills;
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to make independent decisions;
  • A degree in political science or related field.

Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should submit a CV, cover letter detailing qualifications for the position (no more than one page in length), and name/contact details of two (2) referees to ifesbdvacancy@gmail.com, with SEA-01 in the subject heading. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: October 5, 2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone inquiries please.