Job Description
Role:
Senior Programme Officer (Governance)
Reports to:
Programme Manager
Direct Reports:
None
Primary Accountabilities:
This position is responsible for the management and implementation of facilitating
enhanced interaction between regional Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and
networks/alliances and institutions in governance, in a manner that ensues the
achievement of the objectives set out in the Foundation’s strategic Plan and adhering to
its principles and approaches.
Key Accountabilities:
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Work with the Programme Manger to provide technical support in the
implementation and monitoring of work packages in respect to CSO
Governance Area (known as Outcome Area 3) in a manner that is responsible,
professional, financially sound, participatory, sensitive to local needs, culture
and politics and in accordance with Foundation policies and procedures.
Provides technical support specific to the development of effective CSOGovernance engagement processes outlined in Outcome Area 3 in the
development and preparation of annual work plans and budgets, key resultsbased reports, and additional reports in consultation with partners.
Works with the Programme Manager to assist with the contracting needs of
Outcome Area 3 or other third part/service providers. Ensures the complete
process is undertaken from drawing up Terms of Reference to contract
completion and shared logging.
Provides technical support and oversight in the design and delivery of key
activities to support the identification of strategic spaces for CSO-Governance
engagement within and beyond the Commonwealth and develop a plan of
action to support these engagement models in close consultation with the
programme team and technical advisors/consultants.
Works with the Programme Manager to assist with the contracting needs of
Outcome Area 3 or other third part/service providers. Ensures the complete
process is undertaken from drawing up Terms of Reference to contract
completion and shared logging.
Builds and maintains strategic and cooperative relationships with key CSO
leaders, partners, networks in each region of the Commonwealth particularly
in the Global South and engages these individuals and organizations on a
regular basis to gather their feedback and input to the planning,
implementation and tracking of results.
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Establishes and maintains contact with key regional governance institutions
across the Commonwealth as well as strategic global institutions and
platforms.
Contributes to the development of the Foundation’s monitoring and evaluation
framework, specifically those in Outcome Area 3, including monitoring and
evaluation strategies and systems to effectively capture and communicate
project results.
Ensures the cross cutting themes are integrated into the planning,
implementation and monitoring of programme activities
Common Accountabilities
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Works closely with the teams across the four Outcome Areas to contribute to
the Foundation’s commitment to build a culture of learning in Participatory
Governance through the implementation of a communication for development
policy.
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Supports colleagues in delivering the Foundation’s objectives, including assisting in
events and initiatives that fall outside the direct responsibilities of this post.
Represents the Foundation at meetings, functions and events, some of which may
occur outside normal office hours and may involve long-distance travel.
Performs any other reasonable duties and tasks as requested by the Foundation.
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Person Specifications
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Post graduate degree related to international development, development studies,
economics, social sciences, public administration, or democracy and governance
Extensive experience in Programme Management in an international development
organisation
Has worked in a developing country(ies) and has a good knowledge of international
development issues, trends and approaches
A sound understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, ideally Results
Based Management (RBM).
Field application at a national, regional or international level is essential.
A good understanding of civil society organizations and the field of participatory
governance. Experience in CSO-governance engagement processes an asset.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal and demonstrated skills in group
facilitation
Advanced computer skills, particularly MS Office (MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
Well-organised, resourceful with good planning and problem-solving abilities
A team player, flexible, quick-thinking and able to work well under pressure
Commitment to the Foundation’s vision, mission, values and goals
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