<html> <head> <META HTTP-EQUIV="Content-Type" CONTENT="text/html; charset=utf-8"> <meta name=Generator content="Microsoft Word 10 (filtered)"> <style>  </style> </head> <body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple> <div class=Section1> AFGHANISTAN: WOMEN'S POLITICAL PARTY SPECIALIST Summary NDI seeks a Women's Political Party Specialist, based in Kabul, to provide assistance to programs for supporting women's political leadership and candidate training in Afghanistan. This individual would work in close cooperation with and provide technical assistance to political party representatives to support emerging women political leaders in Afghanistan. The position requires travel within Afghanistan. Position is available immediately. Primary Responsibilities Programmatic:   Conduct training seminars and workshops for aspiring women candidates in advance of the spring 2005 elections on topics such as enhancing leadership skills, campaign planning, fundraising, negotiation, public speaking, networking, message development and constituency outreach.   Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with political parties and NGO partners.   Assist in developing networks for information and skills exchange between political party members, emerging women leaders, and international trainers.   Consult with political party representatives to develop mechanisms for increasing support for women within the party structure.   Develop and maintain relationships with the U.S. Embassy, U.S. Agency for International Development, the donor community, and other international and domestic organizations active in Afghanistan. Administrative:   Coordinate training activities and logistical arrangements for short-term trainers/ consultants.   Assist in planning conferences, seminars and other events.   Supervise local staff and foster their professional development.   Draft monthly reports to NDI/Washington that detail program activities and monitor and measure program results and political developments.   Manage and reconcile program expenses. Qualifications   Bachelors degree in international relations or related field.   A minimum of five (5) years of experience working to increase women's political participation, either through work with political parties, civic groups, or community outreach and organizing.   Proven political training and campaign training experience.   Proven ability to communicate skills and experience to others as a trainer, advisor, or consultant, including conference/seminar organizing and facilitation.   Strong written and oral communications skills. Computer literacy is required.   High degree of organization and initiative.   Experience in financial management and reporting.   Excellent staff and office management and interpersonal skills.   Knowledge of program evaluation techniques helpful.   Experience working or living in the region is desirable or a proven ability to adapt quickly to new cultures, both professionally and personally.   Knowledge of Dari or Pashto or another applicable language is highly desired but not required. Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa. Comments The Women's Political Party Specialist will be supported by local and international NDI program staff in Afghanistan, as well as NDI staff in Washington, DC. Salary is commensurate with experience. A generous benefits package is provided, including an in-country housing allowance. Application Instructions Interested applicants can <a href="http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/resp/grf?acctid=401">apply now</a> using our on-line resume tool. Refer to the exact position title in the cover letter, which should be pasted in the same entry field as the resume. No phone calls please  NDI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.   </div> </body> </html>