Proposal Summary:
The goal of the Strengthening Somali Governance (SSG) Project is to support the development of more effective and accountable Somali government institutions. SSG will: 1) improve the legislative, representative, and oversight functions of Somalia’s federal and state deliberative bodies; 2) improve the ability of targeted government institutions to carry out essential functions; and 3) increase citizen awareness of and engagement in government decision-making. This is a three year project, based in Somalia, with an anticipated value of U.S. $22-24 million.
The goal of the Strengthening Somali Governance (SSG) Project is to support the development of more effective and accountable Somali government institutions. SSG will: 1) improve the legislative, representative, and oversight functions of Somalia’s federal and state deliberative bodies; 2) improve the ability of targeted government institutions to carry out essential functions; and 3) increase citizen awareness of and engagement in government decision-making. This is a three year project, based in Somalia, with an anticipated value of U.S. $22-24 million.
**Please note: Somali nationals and diaspora are strongly
encouraged to apply.**
Position Summary:
The Civic Engagement Advisor will serve as the team lead
working with Somali civil society and media groups under SSG. S/he will oversee
capacity building of civil society organizations (CSOs) and media organizations
to promote citizen government interaction. By working with CSOs and media
groups, s/he will help create an environment for more accountable governance.
This is a full time position based in Mogadishu for the duration of the
project.
Responsibilities:
- Provide
technical guidance to increase citizen awareness of and engagement in
government decision-making.
- Design,
implement, and oversee capacity building of CSOs to gather and represent
citizen input, raise awareness, analyze, and advocate on behalf of
citizens.
- Oversee
education of citizens on their government, rights and responsibilities,
and ways to constructively engage government.
- Build
capacity of local media outlets to provide objective information on
government plans, policies, programs, deliberations, and activities.
- Contribute
to preparing work plans, monitoring and evaluation plans, and technical
and administrative reports.
- Coordinate
program activities with other relevant donor-funded projects to achieve
maximum impact.
Qualifications:
- At
least 5 years of relevant experience working with CSOs and media groups to
increase civic engagement.
- A
bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Demonstrated
expertise building capacity of CSOs and media groups, particularly in
conflict and post-conflict environments.
- A demonstrable
track record of achieving results.
- Excellent
oral and written English communication skills. Somali language skills
beneficial.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will
be contacted. No phone calls, please.
MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.
