Programme Manager Full-Time

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 acts as a catalyst for democracy building; by providing knowledge resources, policy proposals and supporting democratic reforms in response to specific national requests. It works together with policy makers, governments, UN organizations and agencies and regional organizations engaged in the field of democracy building.

International IDEA develops, shares and enables the use of comparative knowledge in its key areas of expertise: electoral processes,constitution building,political participation and representation, democracy and development and democracy assessments.
It also addresses the important issues of gender, diversity, and conflict and security as they relate to democracy.

International IDEA is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and works worldwide through offices in New York, Brussels, The Hague, Latin America, Africa and Asia.

International IDEA anticipates to manage a five-year programme “Support to Consolidation of Democracy in Mozambique” with funding from the European Union (EU) and co-funding from Austrian Development Agency (ADA). The programme aims to support consolidation of democracy by reinforcing the fairness, transparency and credibility of the electoral processes and strengthening capacities of the elected representatives and their democratic institutions. Interventions planned foresee to give support to the electoral cycles, also with a specific focus on gender participation.

The programme will constitute four interlinked components:

• i) Domestic observation;
• ii) Civic and voter education;
• iii) Electoral legislation reform; and
• iv) Capacity building of newly-elected representatives and their institutions/bodies.

The main function of the post is to serve as the Programme Manager for the Mozambique programme. In this role, the incumbent is delegated to act as the main focal point for programmatic work carried out in Mozambique. Under the supervision of the Head of Programme for Mozambique, and with programmatic and administrative support from the Finance and Administrative Manager for Mozambique programme, as well as the Africa and West Asia Regional Office in Addis Ababa, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads design, planning and implementation of Mozambique country programme activities in the areas of electoral processes, support to the Assembly of the Republic and other bodies, civic and voter education, youth and gender, in collaboration with the Head of Mission;
• Manages and coordinates country programme team, consultants and co-implementing partners for the programme;
• Performs representational duties as demanded by the position or as delegated, and manages visibility requirements by EU;
• Assesses and analyzes the political developments in Mozambique and consequently makes recommendations for update and revision of programme activities and initiatives;
• Provides specific expert advice to partners and programme staff as required;
• Monitors and manages the budget of his/her project(s) and sub-grants, to ensure compliance with donor requirements and International IDEA’s policies and procedures;
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of a network of key actors and stakeholders in Mozambique;
• Integrates a rights-based approach, gender and diversity perspective in programme planning and implementation of activities;
• Prepares programme-related reports, briefings and other updates on programme activities and developments based on donor requirements including contribution to revision and updating of programme documents;
• Actively manages risk in line with organisational risk management policies and procedures;
• Liaises with member states, donors, and other partners and stakeholders on programmatic activities.

General Profile

• Combines in-depth knowledge, acquired through academic achievements, excellent skills including managerial skills and relevant experience in their field;
• Manages assigned projects throughout the project life cycle, i.e. from strategic planning and project design, funding and budgeting to project assessment and accountability; leads meetings and discussions, supervises publications and input from external providers;
• Contributes to publications on their relevant subject; is recognized as a knowledge resource in his/her broad professional community;
• Possesses the intellectual leadership to integrate innovation into his/her field of expertise;
• Manages a team of contributors to the project, including staff members and possibly consultants;
• Fosters team-based activities in his/her unit; collaborates with other entities of the Institute;
• Acts as a model and mentor for colleagues;
• Expected to travel globally to any geographical area involved in his/her projects; and
• Follows internal procedures to ensure high standards of performance and compliance with Institutional guidelines.

Reporting Line

• Head of Programme

Programmatic Knowledge

• Has in-depth knowledge and extensive work experience in own discipline, combined with a good understanding of related disciplines in order to approach activities in a holistic manner.

Operational Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Has thorough understanding of relevant programmatic issues in the key geographical zone where his/her work is implemented;
• Is able to present his/her activities and represent the EU Programme effectively in all professional circles;
• Integrates a results-based approach into the design, management and evaluation of all his/her programmatic activities;
• Is active in the search for information on donors and partners, preparation of reports and project briefs, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, and all other activities related to resource mobilization and partnership building;
• Illustrates integrity, a collaborative spirit, a sense of achievement, and an understanding of risk management;

Functional Knowledge

• Possesses excellent knowledge and extensive work experience in own discipline (preferably related to elections, political participation and representation or constitution building) combined with excellent understanding of complexities of democratic transitions in order to approach programmatic activities in a holistic manner in the context of Mozambique.
• Demonstrates capacity in policy analysis and strategy development.

Leadership

• Manages a generally homogeneous team, sets team priorities and manages resources;
• Acts as a model and resource for colleagues.

Problem Solving

• Will solve complex challenges, approach issues with new perspectives, and analyze situations from a multitude of intervening factors.

Impact

• Has a clear impact on the programme development and delivery;
• Can also impact other teams and projects in related fields.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Liaises permanently to all internal and external stakeholders involved in his/her project; acts and is perceived as an initiator of relevant communication to solve issues;
• Drives projects and assignments through communicative personal energy and engagement;
• Can explain sensitive information with diplomacy, and build consensus;
• Is able to present his/her activities and represent International IDEA effectively in all professional circles.
• Excellent knowledge in written and oral English and Portuguese required. Any other widely spoken language in an International IDEA priority region (Arabic, French, Spanish) would be an asset.

Education and Experience

• University degree in social science, political science, international law, international development, peace and development studies or other relevant discipline;
• A minimum of six (6) years’ of relevant experience, including substantial experience working in field positions;
• At least three (3) years’ experience in management positions;
• Experience working in the field of democracy and governance in a developing country context, preferably within Mozambique, is advantageous.
• Experience in support to deconcentrated, decentralized institutions, as well as specific experience in electoral programmes, parliament work and electoral management bodies will be considered an asset.

Applying for this position

• Applications should be submitted no later than 9 September 2018;
• Two (2) year fixed term appointment;
• Start date as soon as possible;
• Please note as this is a local post, International IDEA will bear no costs relating to relocation of the selected candidate to the duty station. This position is open to those legally authorized to live and work in Mozambique.

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