Organization: International Republican Institute
Country: Nicaragua
Closing date: 03 Jun 2017
Every employee of IRI is responsible for carrying out the Mission of IRI, and demonstrating the core values in their day-to-day operations.
The International Republican Institute (IRI) is seeking an Innovation Specialist for the USAID Lifting Nicaraguan Voices program in Nicaragua. The purpose of this activity is to support the existence of an independent Nicaraguan civil society to effectively advocate for democratic principles, processes, and institutions. This position is contingent upon funding.
Position Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience working in advocacy or providing expert technical assistance to CSOs, preferably in Nicaragua or in the region
- Demonstrated knowledge of social innovation and ability to foster an environment for ideation, prototyping and production (Design Thinking).
- Business acumen to shepherd ideas from design stage through implementation, and ideally scaling a concept.
- Demonstrated ability to identify high potential impact ideas and opportunities and linking them with CSO partners, private sector and academia in solving development challenges.
- General knowledge and understanding of the Nicaraguan political context and sensitivities of working on development issues in Nicaragua.
- Expertise rolling out and analyzing effectiveness of initiatives that leverage multiplatform technologies is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills to maintain and build good relations with relevant partners and counterparts in civil society.
- Well organized, able to work independently, skilled at handling multiple tasks, diplomatic, and able to adhere to deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work in complex, politically charged, environments
- Fluent in Spanish (FSI 5/5) and it is preferred that the candidate is fluent in English (FSI 3/3).
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree; an advanced degree (Masters or PhD) is desirable, in International Development, Political Science, Public Administration, or other relevant field.
Primary Functions & Responsibilities
- Supports Chief of Party to roll out and analyze effectiveness of initiatives that leverage multiplatform technologies.
- Serves as liaison with local partners in the public and private sectors
- Manages and supervises the work of program personnel and subawardees/subcontractors
- Ensures that all assistance is technically sound, appropriate for the Nicaraguan context, and compliant with local laws and USAID regulations
- Oversees work planning, performance management, donor reporting, and strategic communications
- Preforms other duties as assigned.
How to apply:
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