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Project Director - Internet Access Project

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Project Director - Internet Access Project

Location:

Washington DC, USA

Closing date: 18 June 2012

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Program Management Unit Vice President, the Project Director performs high level tasks and directly manages the Internet Access Project, including fiscal oversight. In addition, the Director supports other programs within the Program Unit as requested.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may be assigned:

  • Oversee the management and overall programmatic development of the project.
  • Identify and develop new strategic partnerships and activities in target countries.
  • Oversee sub-grants to partner organizations, including budgets, workplans and reporting.
  • Coordinate communications and workflow among staff and partners.
  • Participate in meetings and facilitate communication with primary donor.
  • Prepare proposals/reports/budgets for primary donor (write, edit, proof, revise).
  • Oversee design, implementation and management of the project’s M&E framework.
  • Assist with programmatic development for future programs.
  • Research and develop new partnerships and funding opportunities.
  • Represent organization at various conferences and events.
  • Prepare correspondence and reports from local conferences and discussion panels.
  • Carry out research as assigned and in support of ongoing projects and new initiatives.
  • Promote greater collaboration with relevant organizations in the Internet Freedom sector.
  • Implement activities related to communication with the public and news media on program activities and accomplishments, as well as public relations.
  • Lead writing of additional proposals and reports as requested.


Qualifications

  • 5+ years programmatic experience or relevant advanced degree
  • Extensive grant proposal writing experience, and proven text-editing proficiency
  • Language proficiency a significant asset; other regional language skills helpful
  • Experience in developing or supporting programs
  • Experience with legal/regulatory issues and/or policy advocacy
  • Experience and understanding of the Internet Freedom sector
  • Previous work experience with DRL/USAID programs and projects
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills including diplomacy, tact, and the ability to negotiate
  • Excellent communication skills: speaking, writing, and listening
  • Proven ability to set priorities and manage time effectively
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Proven ability to work both independently and as an effective team member
  • Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple on-going assignments


Contact Details

Contact:
Hiring Manager
Email:
http://www.internews.org/jobs

Application Instructions

Please visit Internews' website to apply:

https://sj.tbe.taleo.net/SJ11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERNEWS&cws=1&rid=130

Or http://www.internews.org/jobs

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