idealist.org

(This is not a paid position. We provide accommodation and a
FCFA 50,000 living allowance only for the successful applicant)

Global Conscience Initiative was registered in 2004 as an independent non-profit association under the laws of the Republic of Cameroon. To continue the success achieved to date, Global Conscience is recruiting a Volunteer Program Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable management experience in a multi-cultural, grassroots NGO.

Key performance areas will include:
• Overall leadership and operational management,
• Oversee all programme run by the organisation including special projects,
• Strategic planning, framework development and budget planning
• Programme and personnel reporting to board
• Promote visibility and leadership of Global Conscience by encouraging and supporting the creation and maintenance of international, national and divisional networks working on peace, human rights, democracy and governance;
• Meeting with Judges and other officials of the Court, Inter-Governmental Organisations and government officials, as well as other key persons to promote Global Conscience's goals;
• Business growth and attracting new members;
• Developing partnerships and organising events and opportunities that benefit the organisation;
• Manage annual meetings and other initiatives in conjunction with partners;

Competencies
• Interpersonal, teamwork, cross-cultural awareness and stress tolerance, innovation and excellent communication skills, oral and written, English (French is a bonus)
• A few years of progressive responsible experience in management, advocacy and network building is an advantage;
• Knowledge and familiarity with the International, the African and the Cameroonian human rights systems;
• Familiarity with integrating legal and campaign strategies;
• Ability to interact with NGOs, government officials and intergovernmental organisations with professionalism, tact, diplomacy and cultural sensitivity;
• Skilled at prioritising, multi tasking and responding to changing priorities;
• Demonstrated experience in personnel and project management;
• Dynamism, self-motivation, independence; integrity, professionalism;
• Strong commitment to international justice.

Requirements
• A Degree in Law, International Relations or other relevant field; specialisation in Human Rights or Humanitarian Law would be an advantage;
• Willingness to take on a year contract, subject to renewal

How to Apply

Submit a relevant CV accompanied by one-page motivation letter in MS Word format to Samba Churchill, CEO of Global Conscience, via email at ceo@gcicameroon.org not later than 25 October 2009 .

If you experience any difficulties in submitting an application or have a question, please send an email to gci269@gmail.com