<html> <head> <META HTTP-EQUIV="Content-Type" CONTENT="text/html; charset=us-ascii"> <meta name=Generator content="Microsoft Word 10 (filtered)"> <style>  </style> </head> <body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple> <div class=Section1> PROGRAM OFFICER, WOMEN'S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION, "Win with Women Knowledge Network" Summary The Women's Political Participation team is seeking a Program Officer to launch and manage the Win with Women Knowledge Network. The Knowledge Network is the next phase of NDI's Win with Women Global Initiative, focused on increasing women's leadership in political parties. This position requires exceptional skills and competency in two areas: Primary Responsibilities The Program Officer will be primarily responsible for the overall establishment and development of the on-line campaign and stimulating/moderating online discussions. Specifically, the Program Officer will: *  Design, develop, and moderate a global listserv "Network" addressing women's global political leadership. *  Lead the development of the on-line campaign to promote and expand participation in the Network, including active recruitment of new network members. *  Design, facilitate, moderate and stimulate active discussions on the global listserv. *  Monitor current international women's issues; incorporate topics into listserv discussions. *  Correspond with current and new Win with Women Network members to answer questions and build the network. *  Identify and compile resources and materials on women's political participation and assist team in cataloging resources. *  Maintain collaborative relationships with partner organizations, including international democratic development organizations, civil society organizations and transnational organizations, to encourage active participation in the listserv and initiative. *  Draft case studies based on information provided over the listserv. *  Provide research and other assistance to staff as requested. Secondary Responsibility - Technological Maintenance The Program Officer will secondarily be responsible for the overall technical maintenance of all aspects of the Network. Specifically, the Program Officer will: *  Enhance, update, and assist in the development of the website associated with the Network. *  Upload resources and materials on women's political participation to the website for participant reference and use. *  Maintain and update content on website. This position is linked to the existence of funding, and will be for a duration of less than one year. Qualifications   *  Bachelors Degree, preferably in international relations, political science, public policy or gender studies. Graduate degree preferred. *  Three (3) years relevant work experience in international development, community organizing, political campaigns, organizational development and/or legislative affairs. Additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted for educational requirement on a one-for-one basis. *  Work experience in women's issues, gender equity or related areas, particularly as they apply to international issues and/or politics. *  Living/working experience outside of the US preferred. *  Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to effectively interact with all levels of staff, US and foreign government personnel, members of donor organizations, funders and policy makers. *  Experience in program design and strategy, preferably related to women's political participation and/or international development. *  Excellent oral communication skills to effectively present information, respond to questions. *  Exceptional clear and persuasive writing skills, with little to no editing required. *  Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. *  Smooth multi-tasking among four or more responsibilities. *  Ability to analyze political work, to think innovatively and introduce new concepts. *  Varied computer skills, including database applications. Experience with Access databases preferred. Web design experience is a plus. *  Language skills a plus. 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. 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. DEADLINE: December 13, 2004 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>