Deputy Head, Political Parties Affairs Department

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 Deputy Head, Political Parties Affairs Department position who meet 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

Deputy Head, Political Parties Affairs Department is responsible for፡-

  • Oversee the coordination and engagement with political parties, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and understanding of their perspectives and needs.
  • Providing strategic guidance to the organization's leadership and play a key role in fostering political inclusivity and democratic processes.

Duties and responsibilities

  1. Political Engagement:
  • Assist in establishing and maintaining relationships with political party leaders and representatives, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
  • Participate in discussions, negotiations, and initiatives that promote political stability, cooperation, and understanding.
  1. Policy Analysis:
  • Contribute to the analysis of political policies, party platforms, and legislative proposals, providing valuable insights to organizational leadership.
  • Research political trends, public sentiment, and electoral dynamics, supporting the organization's strategies and decision-making.
  1. Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with government agencies, civil society organizations, and international partners to enhance political dialogue, cooperation, and democratic governance.
  • Assist in organizing forums, conferences, and roundtable discussions to facilitate dialogue between political parties and other stakeholders.
  1. 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 the Head of Political Parties Affairs.
  1. Conflict Resolution:
  • Support in mediating disputes and conflicts among political parties, promoting peaceful resolution and political stability.
  • Contribute to providing conflict resolution training and resources to political parties to enhance internal dispute resolution mechanisms.
  1. Strategic Planning:
  • Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans for engaging with political parties, aligning activities with organizational goals and democratic principles.
  • Provide input and recommendations on political strategies, risks, and opportunities related to political parties’ affairs.
  1. Capacity Building:
  • Assist in organizing and conducting capacity-building workshops, training sessions, and educational programs for political party members, enhancing their understanding of democratic processes and governance.
  1. Reporting and Documentation:
  • Support in preparing reports, briefings, and analyses on political developments, party dynamics, and electoral processes.
  • Maintain accurate records of interactions, agreements, and outcomes related to political parties’ affairs.
  1. Budget and Resource Allocation Support:
  • Assist in planning and allocating resources, including budget requirements, for all operational activities at each election level and for referendums.
  • Support efficient resource utilization.

Specification:

Education and Work Experience: 

  • MA degree or PHD in in Law, political Science, Human Rights, International Relations or any related field.
  • 9 years for Masters or 7 years for PHD (4 years in leadership position)

Knowledge:

    • Sound knowledge of political systems, electoral processes, and political party dynamics.
    • Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex political situations and trends.
    • Excellent communication, negotiation, and diplomatic skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
    • Demonstrated leadership abilities and project management skills in political or civic engagement initiatives.

Know-How (Skills) (Technical competencies):

  • 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;

Behavioural competencies:

    • 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;

How to Apply

      INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO SEND NON-RETURNABLE:

  • Application letter that explains why you fit for the post and updated CV, and Three work related referees;
  • Application letter & resume should be saved by full name of Applicants.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further screening.
  • Those who are interested can only apply through the attached link                 
  •  https://nebe-election.org/apply  within 10 days from this announcement.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply!

Vacancy
October 24, 2024