Research & Elections Violations Manager

Job Profile/ Description Job Title Research & elections violations manager Department/Project Research & elections violations department Direct Supervisor ED Job Classification Level 4   1. Job Purpose: To detect track and document elections violations and provide action oriented research that promotes the compliance with elections international standards and best practices. 3. Key Result Areas:   a.      Development of a relevant and effective research & violations tracking strategy that contributes to the achievement of LADE’s vision and strategic goals: -          Assist in the development of LADE’s strategic plan -          Produce a draft program strategy and present to the ED & Board for approval -          Produce yearly action plan for his department and present to the ED for approval   b.      Design and develop project proposals (elections action oriented research & violations)  and assist the ED in discussing them with potential donors: c.       Oversee the implementation of elections research and violations tracking projects/activities and ensure the quality of the work carried out by his/her subordinates. d.      Manage the human resources of the department: -          Assist in the recruitment of the required human resources -          Provide new comers with the needed induction and assign tasks and responsibilities -          Conduct performance appraisal for the staff of the department and make recommendations -          Coach the staff and develop their capacities  e.       Assist in the executive management of LADE -          Participate at the LADE’s managers’ meetings and at Board meetings if requested by the ED -          Produce regular progress reports and other reports if required -          Assist in the organization of the general assembly and other LADE’s major gatherings -          Ensures the compliance with LADE’s  values, policies and procedures -          Assist in the creation of an enabling work environment 4. Minimum Qualifications: Education -          Master Degree in public administration, political science, NGO management or any related field. -          Fluency in written and spoken English, and Arabic ,French is an asset Experience -          At least 5 years of experience in action oriented research of which at least 2 in a supervisory position. -          Strong background & expertise in Electoral Law, Electoral Reform and Election Observation. Computer -          Expert in main computer applications (Microsoft Office Application…). Skills and personal traits -          Good Planning & organizing skills -          Ability to work under pressure -          Good leadership and communication skills -          Results oriented -          Commitment to LADE’s Identity &values