DCAF Project Assistant – Africa Programme , Geneva
The Geneva Centre for the
Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF) is an International Foundation
promoting good governance and reform of the security sector. DCAF
conducts research on good practices, encourages the development of
appropriate norms at the national and international levels, makes policy
recommendations and provides in-country advice and assistance
programmes. A Project Assistant is required for our Africa programme.
Project Assistant (100%) – Africa Programme
DCAF's Africa Programme aims to contribute to the good governance of the Security Sector in Sub-Saharan Africa and to build expertise in the area of security sector reform and governance. DCAF seeks a Project Assistant to support its work on operationalising the programme in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Eligible applicants must be Swiss or EU citizens, or hold a valid work permit. Other requirements for this position are:
• Fluent written and spoken English and French • Proficient in writing and editing in English and French • Knowledge of issues of governance and/or security in Sub-Saharan Africa • Excellent academic research and analytical skills in social sciences or international law • Excellent organisational skills • Demonstrated ability to draft clear and concise communications • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in an international team • Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems and exercise initiative
Further desirable characteristics for this position are:
• Familiarity with research and policy concerning security studies • Experience in web-based communication
Project Assistant (100%) – Africa Programme
DCAF's Africa Programme aims to contribute to the good governance of the Security Sector in Sub-Saharan Africa and to build expertise in the area of security sector reform and governance. DCAF seeks a Project Assistant to support its work on operationalising the programme in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Eligible applicants must be Swiss or EU citizens, or hold a valid work permit. Other requirements for this position are:
• Fluent written and spoken English and French • Proficient in writing and editing in English and French • Knowledge of issues of governance and/or security in Sub-Saharan Africa • Excellent academic research and analytical skills in social sciences or international law • Excellent organisational skills • Demonstrated ability to draft clear and concise communications • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in an international team • Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems and exercise initiative
Further desirable characteristics for this position are:
• Familiarity with research and policy concerning security studies • Experience in web-based communication
How to apply:
The Project Assistant will be
recruited for a period of one year for 40 hours/week. The position
commences on 1 November 2012. Candidates meeting the requirements are
invited to email or post their CV with a cover letter addressing the
selection criteria:
Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF)
Administrative Assistant, Operations III
P.O. Box 1360
CH-1211 Genève 1
E-mail: africa.programme@dcaf.ch
Re: Research Assistant
Applications must be received, by post or e-mail, by 10 October 2012. Interviews will take place in the second half of October. For further information on DCAF, please visit our website: http://www.dcaf.ch.
Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF)
Administrative Assistant, Operations III
P.O. Box 1360
CH-1211 Genève 1
E-mail: africa.programme@dcaf.ch
Re: Research Assistant
Applications must be received, by post or e-mail, by 10 October 2012. Interviews will take place in the second half of October. For further information on DCAF, please visit our website: http://www.dcaf.ch.
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