Democracy, Governance and Stabilization Specialist – Libyanjobs

Job Overview

Position Summary:

DT Global is implementing a contract supporting USAID programs in the MENA region. Under this contract the Democracy, Governance and Stabilization (DGS) Specialist will support USAID/Libya’s Democracy, Governance and Stabilization (DGS) Team.

Primary Responsibilities:

OngoingThe Specialist will assist the DGS team by undertaking tasks including but not limited to the following:

Assist DGS project managers to review implementing partner products and track performance of project(s) against the terms of the contract/agreement/grant;
Assist DGS project managers to conduct monitoring and evaluation of program implementation, associated expenditures, and progress of project(s);
Assist with organizing meetings, developing briefing materials and drafting event reports for USAID/Libya, Libya External Office (LEO), and other stakeholders;
Provide periodic analysis of policies, trends and current events in Libya that may affect USAID’s democracy, governance and stabilization programming;
Attend meetings with USAID implementing partners as well as other donors and international organizations, and draft summaries or meeting minutes for USAID’s review;
Translate information from Arabic to English and English to Arabic as requested;
Track social media, television, print news and other relevant information streams, and providing USAID with perspective and recommendations based on emerging issues;
Assist DGS project managers with routine financial management tasks;
Assist the DGS team to develop outreach and briefing materials for internal and external consumption; and
Undertake occasional TOY travel to USAID’s MERP platform in Frankfurt, Germany as required.

M&E: The Specialist helps DGS staff in the collection and monitoring of performance data on an ongoing basis and prepares reports of program/project/activity progress for use within the USAID/Libya Mission and relevant USAID offices around the world.

Attend implementing partner events in Tunis, take notes and draft recommendations on how the train-ings/workshops could be improved;
Assist in maintaining the mission performance management plan (PMP);
Assist in the preparation and maintenance of activity-level monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) plans and ensure their effective use as management and information tools; and
Assist with preparation of and submission of data for annual and other reports to Washington DC, ensur-ing the quality and relevance of data.

Communication:

The Specialist will assist EGO staff to prepare various types of outreach materials and organize public events.

Prepare weekly updates, briefing papers, success stories, reports and press releases as assigned as well as specialized documents such as speeches, as needed;
Organize and coordinate public events related to USAID programs/projects/activities;
Provide interpretation, note-taking, and meeting readout support; and
Maintain knowledge of DGS project objectives, accomplishments, and development impacts to synthesize in writing or in briefs upon demand, especially for meetings, speeches, background papers and other USAID reporting requirements.

Policy Analysis:

The Specialist is expected to remain current on economic, political, and social trends within Libya, especially among Government of Libya (GOL) counterparts that influence the implementation and potential impact of USAID’s programs. To that end, the Specialist will support the DGS staff in analyzing the context as well as current and proposed GOL policies and assessing their potential impact on USAID development objectives.

Other Duties: The Specialist will perform other duties as assigned and as such, must be flexible.

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as, but not limited to, international development, and international politics;
At least Four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant work experience,
Which includes at least one (1) year working in a developing country experience;
Experience in stabilization or post-conflict environments, particularly with program and grants development in these environments;
Experience in contract/grant management;
Experience working in a multi-cultural environment with a diverse staff;
Excellent English language writing and oral communication skills;
Fluency in Arabic language writing and oral communication skills;
Experience coordinating the implementation of activities working on sensitive stabilization or political transition objectives with other stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

An advanced degree in a relevant field such as but not limited to International Affairs, political science, international development, international relations;
Interest and background in stabilization and transition programs;
Prior work experience in Libya

Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the work-place always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DT Global, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global, LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.

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