Chemonics seeks a senior advisor to the Rwanda Law Reform Commission for the USAID/MCC-funded Rwanda Justice Strengthening project in Kigali. A major project focus is reform to improve the effectiveness of the legislative process and to increase public participation and accountability. This will entail support for the newly created Law Reform Commission through the provision of an advisor to the commission for a period of four months (March - June 2011) to help the new commissioners and staff get off to a well-grounded start. It will also entail holding a series of three training seminars that encourage reaching out to civil society in the setting of commission goals and procedures and encourage speedy action on legislative change in areas that will improve Rwanda's scores on the MCC Voice and Accountability indicators.
We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Responsibilities include: Work with the secretary-general, the chair, and the members of the commission. Organize and deliver an orientation seminar for the commissioners (Seminar 1). Develop a manual of operating policies and working procedures for the commission. Organize a seminar to train the commissioners and the staff on the adopted procedures (Seminar 2). Develop a process to consult the public. Assist the commission to adopt internationally understood best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in law, public administration, or other relevant area. Minimum five years of experience as a commissioner or as senior staff in a law reform commission or similar public body. Experience as a commissioner or secretary-general in a law reform commission or similar institution (e.g., ombudsman for a human rights commission), in a highly political environment preferred. Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity. Experience organizing training seminars as a team leader. Excellent communication skills. English proficiency required; French fluency a plus.
TO APPLY: Please submit CV and cover letter with the position title in the subject line to RwandaLRC@chemonics.com no later than February 4, 2011. No phone calls please. Finalist will be contacted.
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We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Responsibilities include: Work with the secretary-general, the chair, and the members of the commission. Organize and deliver an orientation seminar for the commissioners (Seminar 1). Develop a manual of operating policies and working procedures for the commission. Organize a seminar to train the commissioners and the staff on the adopted procedures (Seminar 2). Develop a process to consult the public. Assist the commission to adopt internationally understood best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in law, public administration, or other relevant area. Minimum five years of experience as a commissioner or as senior staff in a law reform commission or similar public body. Experience as a commissioner or secretary-general in a law reform commission or similar institution (e.g., ombudsman for a human rights commission), in a highly political environment preferred. Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity. Experience organizing training seminars as a team leader. Excellent communication skills. English proficiency required; French fluency a plus.
TO APPLY: Please submit CV and cover letter with the position title in the subject line to RwandaLRC@chemonics.com no later than February 4, 2011. No phone calls please. Finalist will be contacted.
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