Note that you must speak Russian *and* English for this job! (and please do NOT contact me for more info -- I do not have *any* further info)
Short-Term Consultant International Research and Exchanges Board (IREX) Location: Ukraine (Kiev) Closing date: 28 Dec 2006 Title: Short-Term Consultant Reports To: Regional Program Manager, Civil Society Division-Washington, DC Position Location: Kiev, Ukraine IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing leadership and innovative programs to improve the quality of education, strengthen independent media, and foster pluralistic civil society development. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of $50 million and a staff of over 500 professionals worldwide. IREX and its partner IREX Europe deliver cross-cutting programs and consulting expertise in more than 50 countries. IREX is seeking a consultant for a term of six months to support and oversee the development of several Technology for Development projects in Eurasia. This position will last from January 2007 until June 2007 and will will require residence in Kiev, Ukraine or Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES * Oversee the development of special projects that leverage telecenter resources to promote community development * Organize and consult on targeted trainings for government officials, NGO representatives, journalists and other targeted groups. * Guide full-time staff in developing workplans. * Follow-on to ensure implementation of workplans. * Compose reports and success stories detailing activities for target audiences. * Other related activities as requested by the Regional Program Manager. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS * University degree in a relevant field; Master's preferred. * Significant demonstrated experience in implementing civil society programming, especially with USAID and US Department of State. * Background in civil society, technology for development, and/or local governance development. * Experience developing and providing training to staff and civil society organizations. * Demonstrated managerial skills. * Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to negotiate with local and foreign experts, managers, and government officials to ensure the successful completion of project activities. * Excellent computer skills. * Fluency in Russian and English. * Relevant field experience in the Former Soviet Republics. Vacancies Contact Submit resume, cover letter, writing sample, and daily rate to: E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (please include CSD/IATP/MS in the subject line) or Fax: +1 (202) 628-8189 No phone calls please. Reference Code: RW_6VYKZH-61 _______________________________________________ DIGITALDIVIDE mailing list DIGITALDIVIDE@digitaldivide.net http://digitaldivide.net/mailman/listinfo/digitaldivide To unsubscribe, send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the word UNSUBSCRIBE in the body of the message.