Political Parties Support Expert

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW 

The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), re-established by proclamation No. 1133/2011, is the constitutionally mandated body to conduct elections, organize referendum and regulate political parties in Ethiopia. NEBE is working to boost its’ institutional strength with a special focus on enhancement of human resource capacity. Accordingly, NEBE would like to invite applicants for Political Parties Support Expert position who meets the following requirements.

Required number:         One

Reports to:                     Head, Political Parties Affairs Department

Duty station:                  NEBE Head Quarter, Addis Ababa

Duration:                        Permanent

Salary:                             As per the organization salary scale (Competitive)

Job Summary

The Political Parties Support Expert is responsible for facilitate the registration of political parties and ensure activities of political parties are compliant with the legal framework.

Duties and responsibilities

Political Engagement:

• Establish and nurture relationships with political party representatives, fostering open lines of communication and mutual understanding.
• Act as a point of contact between the organization and political parties, addressing inquiries, concerns, and requests for collaboration.

Facilitate Dialogues:

• Organize and facilitate discussions, meetings, and workshops between the organization and political parties, promoting constructive dialogue and cooperation.
• Assist in mediating disputes or conflicts between political parties, promoting peaceful resolutions.

Information Exchange:

• Provide political parties with relevant information about the organization’s initiatives, policies, and activities.
• Gather insights from political parties on their perspectives, concerns, and suggestions, conveying this feedback internally for consideration.

Policy Analysis Support:

• Assist in analysing political policies, party platforms, and legislative proposals, providing valuable input and perspectives.
• Research political trends, public sentiment, and electoral dynamics, contributing to the organization’s understanding of the political landscape.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate with government agencies, civil society organizations, and international partners to facilitate joint initiatives and enhance political dialogue.
• Participate in forums and events representing the organization’s interests and perspectives.

Election Support:

• Provide support to political parties during election campaigns, ensuring fairness, transparency, and adherence to electoral regulations.
• Monitor electoral processes, political campaigns, and election-related developments, reporting findings to relevant stakeholders.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed records of interactions, agreements, and outcomes related to political party’s liaison activities.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and analyses on political engagements, contributing to organizational knowledge and strategic planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your line manager.

Specification:

Education and Work Experience: 

• MA or BA degree in Law, political Science, Human Rights, International Relations or any related field.
• 5 years for Masters or 7 years for Degree relevant Experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of international and local legal frameworks governing political parties and elections
• Knowledge of conflict resolution mechanisms
• Ability to document files scientifically
• Capacity to conduct research and briefs
• Knowledge of Ethiopia’s political context;
• Knowledge of the electoral cycle approach, election observation/electoral assistance is a must;
• Strong planning, communication and writing skills;
• Excellent computer literacy;
• Excellent working level of English and Amharic languages; in both writing and speaking;
• Not member of a political party.
• Enthusiastic team player;
• Ability to perform effectively under high pressure, hardship conditions and long working hours;
• Ability to work with senior management;
• Willingness to adhere to all principles of confidentiality;
• Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness;
• Good negotiation skills;
• Sound analytical judgment;
• Ability to prioritize work, multi-task and meet deadlines;
• High sense of integrity, have a strong ethical and moral principles, confidentiality and initiating sound judgment.
• An energetic self-starter with resilience, pace, interpersonal flexibility and comfort with ambiguity to succeed within the evolving and sometimes demanding context;
• Strong interpersonal skills and flexibility, responsibility, integrity, team work, self- motivation, preparedness to work off-time;
• Ability to work with result-orientated and efficient manner;
• Capacity to handle sensitive political issues with diplomacy and in a responsible and flexible manner;