Niger: Resident Director (Chief of Party): Niger

Summary

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) seeks a Resident Director (Chief of Party) to oversee political party development and legislative support programs in Niger. NDI's political party program is designed to increase the responsiveness to citizen priorities of political party leadership by increasing participation and inclusion of marginalized groups, notably women and youth. The legislative strengthening program aims to strengthen the capacities of members of the National Assembly to legislate on extractive industries, compliance with international norms and standards in human rights, and protection of women's rights; and increase government oversight. The resident director/chief of party will design and implement training workshops, hands-on learning sessions and public forums. S/he would also provide technical assistance to Niger's political parties and the National Assembly through regular consultations. Interested candidates should have strong leadership and management skills, significant political and legislative experience, and relevant professional experience managing projects in the sectorial areas noted above. Fluent French is a prerequisite and living and working experience in West Africa is highly desirable. This position is based in Niamey, Niger and allows adult dependents only.

The Resident Director/Chief of Party will report to NDI's Regional Director for Central and West Africa, based in Washington, D.C.

Salary is commensurate with experience, and includes a generous benefits package. Position is available as of April 1, 2016 and subject to USAID approval.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

? Oversee the implementation of NDI's programs in Niger, including the planning and coordination of activities to increase political parties' responsiveness to citizens and to strengthen the legislative functions of the National Assembly;

? Establish and maintain working relationships with Nigerien legislators, and political party and civil society leaders and activists;

? Manage a diverse team of staff and provide technical assistance, as needed, to NDI partners on policy and platform development for political parties and legislative roles and responsibilities;

? Oversee program spending and manage the reconciliation of program expenses, ensuring adherence to NDI and donor financial rules and regulations;

? Provide day-to-day management and professional development of national staff and international consultants, and ensure that program activities are effectively completed;

? Ensure the timely submission of program materials, including work plans and regular reports that evaluate political developments in Niger, measure NDI program impact and collect results and high-quality data;

? Liaise regularly with NDI's DC-based teams to ensure well-timed support for program activities and compliance with NDI and donor policies;

? Represent NDI to Niger government officials, political and civic leaders, and to the US Embassy, USAID and other donors, and local and international non-governmental organizations.**Required Skills and Experience**

? Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline, graduate degree preferred;

? Minimum 14 years' experience working in political environments or international development; experience working with political parties and legislatures strongly preferred;

? Ability to share skills and experience with others as a trainer and/or advisor;

? Demonstrated capacity to build and maintain relationships with senior political and civic leaders;

? Strong managerial, interpersonal and cross-cultural skills;

? Exceptional analytical and communication skills; fluent French (oral and written) is required;

? Sound political and negotiation skills;

? High degree of organization and initiative;

? Ability to live and work in a challenging political environment; experience working or living in West Africa is highly desirable;

? Solid experience in all aspects of program management, including office operations, financial and human resources management;

? Knowledge of international funding agencies' processes and practices; experience managing USAID-funded programs highly preferred, and

? Working knowledge of PC-based word processing and spreadsheet applications; experience with Google Apps (Gmail, Calendar, Google Drive, G+, etc.) strongly desired.

NDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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