Programme Officer – Research and Analysis 141 views0 applications

Context

The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) is an intergovernmental organization that supports sustainable democracy worldwide. International IDEA’s mission is to support sustainable democratic change by providing comparative knowledge, and assisting in democratic reform, and influencing policies and politics

International IDEA is managing a four-year programme to support Sudan’s transition to a democratic system of government, and to contribute to SDG 16 (responsive, inclusive, participatory, and representative decision- making at all levels) by improving the capacity of strategically civil society actors engage with citizens and the government of Sudan in a democratic and effective way, with an aim to resume a democratic and peaceful transition in Sudan

The project intends to contribute to these over-arching objectives by inspiring and supporting change processes undertaken by a Group of Eminent Sudanese, strategically chosen public interest groups (including civil society organizations (CSOs), thinktanks and research centres),

The Programme Officer – Research and Analysis will support in developing a research strategy and research agenda, and will provide research and analysis in accordance with the requirements for the project.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports the Programme Manager in developing a research strategy and research agenda for the programme;
• Conducts research on political systems in Sudan, political ideologies, foreign relations and government laws and regulations and analyses the effects on political, social, and economic transformation in Sudan;
• Writes policy papers, briefs, country profiles/case studies and op-eds/media articles on democratic trends and current challenges and opportunities for democracy;
• Builds and maintains collegial and collaborative relationships with academia, research centres and think-tanks. Coordinates production and dissemination of knowledge products including analytical and options papers.
• Engages with universities in Sudan to undertake analysis in conflict-affected areas of Sudan, with the aim of providing recommendations on promoting sustainable peace in affected areas.
• Maintains regular communication with the national and international partners and donors, and provides timely progress reports on programme activities;
• Leads internal planning for evidenced based research studies and data analysis, support the coordination of research related with both internal and external actors. Provide quality assurance support to all ongoing research schemes.
• Develops and implements outreach and dissemination strategies for the relevant global, regional, and national knowledge products and research outcomes.
• Monitors ongoing research schemes/activities and provides summary updates.
• Supports and provides all necessary information, resources and dats to the research works carried out by International IDEA and its implementing partners.
• Contributes to strategic planning for the Programme team and helps to define objectives and outputs.
• Contributes to monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the programme ensuring timely communication to the donors and to International IDEA Headquarters.

General Profile

• Requires in-depth knowledge, excellent skills and relevant experience in their field;
• Will contribute significantly to assigned projects all along the project life cycle, i.e. from project design and funding to project assessment; will lead meetings and discussions, supervise publications and review input from external providers;
• Has contributed to publications on the relevant subject; is recognized as a knowledge resource in his/her broad professional community; Has extensive and varied writing and editing skills;
• Can work with minimal guidance and supervision;
• Adds value to team-based activities in his/her unit; collaborates with other entities of the Institute;
• Acts as a model or mentor for less experienced colleagues;
• Can be expected to travel globally to any geographical area involved in his/her projects;
• Follows internal procedures to ensure high standards of performance and compliance with Institutional guidelines;
• Acts in accordance with International IDEA’ s core values; Respect, Integrity and Professionalism;
• Integrates a gender and inclusion perspective in all activities.

Reporting line

Programme Manager – Sudan

Education and Experience

• University degree in in Political or Social Science, Law, International Studies, Development Studies or any other related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years professional experience, preferably within the context of an international organization or NGO, working on qualitative research and policy analysis, in the field of democracy or human rights in the Africa and West Asia Region;
• Experience of working in the Horn of Africa, Arab region, Sudan and with transitional countries will be considered an asset.
• Previous experience in dealing with political transformation is an added advantage.
• Experience with donor funded projects will be considered an asset
• Fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is considered an advantage.

Terms of Contract:

• International Post
• One (1) year fixed term appointment
• Remuneration – EUR 4 728 NET per month + benefits

Applying for this position:

• Applications should be submitted no later than 23:59 (CET) 09 April 2023.
• Please note that all applications must be made in English.

Selection Process:

• Evaluation of qualified candidates will include a written test assessment and up to two (2) interviews.
• Candidates selected to proceed to the next stage of the process will be contacted once all applications have been carefully reviewed.
• All candidates will be notified on the status of their application via email once the process has been finalized

International IDEA is an equal opportunity employer which seeks to further diversify its staff in terms of gender, culture and nationality

Applying for this position:

• Applications should be submitted no later than 23:59 (CET) 09 April 2023.
• Please note that all applications must be made in English.