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• Sep 21

Programme Manager – Justice Sector Reform (100 %)

The Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF) is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. DCAF contributes to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms. It creates innovative knowledge products, promotes norms and good practices, provides legal and policy advice and supports capacity‐building of both state and non‐state security sector stakeholders.

DCAF's Foundation Council comprises 62 member states, the Canton of Geneva and six permanent observers. Active in over 70 countries, DCAF is internationally recognized as one of the world's leading centres of excellence for security sector governance (SSG) and security sector reform (SSR). DCAF is guided by the principles of neutrality, impartiality, local ownership, inclusive participation, and gender equality. For more information please visitwww.dcaf.ch

For our office in Tunis, we are looking for a highly motivated and qualified individual to be our next:

Programme Manager – Justice Sector Reform (100 %)

 

Location:                           Tunis, Tunisia

Starting date:                   As soon as possible

Duration:                           24 months, renewable

The role 

Under the supervision of the Head of Mission of DCAF Tunis, the Programme Manager is responsible for advancing justice sector reform in Tunisia by conducting outreach to relevant stakeholders and contributing to the implementation of DCAF’s country strategy for Tunisia, and by managing projects related to justice and detention reform and independent institutions.

Key areas of operation:

• Advance the implementation of justice reform projects, according to work plan and budget


• Evaluate any evolving need and contribute to the design and planning of new projects


• Maintain regular programme-related dialogue with relevant state and non-state actors


• Develop logical frameworks, work plans, budgets and monitoring and evaluation frameworks


• Organize workshops and training courses


• Report regularly to DCAF (Tunis and Geneva), the relevant authorities and donors

Your experience

• An advanced university degree in a subject of interest to our Centre


• A minimum of 8 years work experience in public sector reform or management, preferably within the fields of justice and prison administration


• Proven track record in managing projects, preferably in the MENA region


• Cooperation between field office and headquarter


• Excellent command of French (written and spoken), very good command of English; knowledge of Arabic is an asset

We offer:

• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience


• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people


• the chance to contribute to improving security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights

If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your applicationtoopmena@dcaf.chby 14 October 2018 with the subject heading ‘’PMJ2018’’, enclosing:

• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your relevant experience and what you can bring to DCAF


• a concise CV (maximum two pages)


• the completed DCAF Application Form

DCAF is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, age, disability, gender identity, religion, or ethnicity. 

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