Job Title: Technical Advisor – (Electoral Support)
Job ID: 35664
Job Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Organisation: United Nations Development Programme – UNDP Nigeria
Background:
Democratic governance is a concept that emerged from the principles that are based on the understanding that an effective system of democratic governance is one which is based on representative, equitable (across gender and other categories), transparent, accountable and inclusive institutions; a vibrant, responsible and capable media; and a dynamic civil society which is engaged in the political process. The overall goal of the Democratic Governance for Development Project (DGD) in Nigeria is to help develop the capacity of national and sub-national institutions, networks and processes, whether governmental or non-governmental, as a contribution to the further entrenchment of democratic governance in Nigeria.
Summary of key functions:
• Strategic advice on highly sensitive political elections and democratization issues to top level policy and decision makers, based on careful analysis and research;
• Project team leadership as Deputy Project Manager Programme Director;
• Manage the project component targeting electoral management bodies at federal and state levels and build relationships accordingly, notably by chairing and leading the relevant Sector Coordination Committee;
• Coordination with other partners, forge relationships, mobilize resources, liaise with UNDP New York and regional capabilities;
• Any other duties as assigned by the Project Director
Education:
• Advanced university degree (Masters or PhD) related to democratic governance and development, such as political science, economics and other social sciences.
Experience:
• Progressively responsible work experience of at least 10 years in democratic governance, including at least 7 years in electoral issues, dealing with: (a) electoral advisory work in different operational matters; (b) policy dialogue and advisory work;