TRAINING FACILITATOR FOR NATIONAL ELECTORAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
Location : Kigali,
RWANDA
RWANDA
Application Deadline : 18-Dec-12
Type of Contract : Individual Contract
Post Level : International
Consultant
Consultant
Languages Required : English French
Starting Date : (date when
the selected candidate is expected to start) 14-Jan-2013
the selected candidate is expected to start) 14-Jan-2013
Duration of Initial Contract : 18 days
Expected Duration of Assignment : 18 days
Background
Since the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsis, Rwanda
has undertaken various governance reforms aimed at re-enforcing good governance
and electoral democracy. Credible, peaceful and transparent elections are the
foundation of democratic governance and sustainable development. Through
elections citizens freely exercise their right to choose who should govern and
the kind of policy options that will shape and influence the type of society
they want. However for elections to be credible, transparent and peaceful, the
institution that is vested with the mandate to conduct them must have the
capacity to administer elections and be perceived to be independent,
professional and efficient. From 2001, the National Electoral Commission of
Rwanda has prepared and managed electoral cycles namely: 2001-2006 and 2008 and
2011 involving both local and national elections. Currently, it is also
planning another cycle running from 2013-2019.
has undertaken various governance reforms aimed at re-enforcing good governance
and electoral democracy. Credible, peaceful and transparent elections are the
foundation of democratic governance and sustainable development. Through
elections citizens freely exercise their right to choose who should govern and
the kind of policy options that will shape and influence the type of society
they want. However for elections to be credible, transparent and peaceful, the
institution that is vested with the mandate to conduct them must have the
capacity to administer elections and be perceived to be independent,
professional and efficient. From 2001, the National Electoral Commission of
Rwanda has prepared and managed electoral cycles namely: 2001-2006 and 2008 and
2011 involving both local and national elections. Currently, it is also
planning another cycle running from 2013-2019.
Throughout these electoral processes, UNDP and
other development partners have supported the Commission in building its
election management capacities to enhance the culture of free and fair
elections. In particular, UNDP has in the past supported the Commission to
train its election staff in the BRIDGE modules through its Inclusive
Participation in Governance (IPG) project.
other development partners have supported the Commission in building its
election management capacities to enhance the culture of free and fair
elections. In particular, UNDP has in the past supported the Commission to
train its election staff in the BRIDGE modules through its Inclusive
Participation in Governance (IPG) project.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the National
Electoral Commission (NEC) of Rwanda in collaboration with the Governance team
of UNDP Rwanda, the International Trainers shall facilitate the Training of the
National Electoral Commission Commissioners and senior staff on election
administration and procedures. This training will aim to:
Electoral Commission (NEC) of Rwanda in collaboration with the Governance team
of UNDP Rwanda, the International Trainers shall facilitate the Training of the
National Electoral Commission Commissioners and senior staff on election
administration and procedures. This training will aim to:
Strengthen the capacity building of the NEC for a
successful implementation of the democratization process in Rwanda;
successful implementation of the democratization process in Rwanda;
Reinforce the infrastructure and organizational
capacity in planning, management, monitoring and evaluation of electoral
processes
capacity in planning, management, monitoring and evaluation of electoral
processes
Competencies
Facilitation and communication skills;
Results driven, ability to work under pressure and
to meet required deadlines;
to meet required deadlines;
Excellent mentoring capabilities;
Cultural and gender sensitivity; and Diplomatic
skills.
skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- University degree in a relevant field, such as
public administration, law, or political science;
Experience:
- At least 10 years of relevant work experience
in the area of elections and training; - Knowledge of election administration issues;
Knowledge in the area of democratic governance; - Excellent analytical skills;
- Excellent training,
- Experience in election administration and
observation in an African setting is an added advantage.
Language:
- Excellent written and spoken English, with a
working knowledge of French being an added advantage
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity
in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups,
indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to
apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups,
indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to
apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 18 December 2012
