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We seek a dynamic Director to head a new cross-cutting program to promote organizational learning, evaluation, and knowledge sharing. The Director reports to the Executive Director.
The LEAP Director provides strategic vision and leadership on internal monitoring and evaluation efforts; staff and grantee learning and training initiatives; and the integration of the organizational values into the work environment and product.
The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa promotes vibrant, tolerant democracies in the region by awarding grants, developing programs, and bringing together diverse civil society leaders and groups.
Responsibilities
Tracking Impact
Develop and apply criteria to measure the effectiveness and outcomes of OSIEA programs through the use of the Appreciative
Inquiry (AI) evaluation methodology to improve performance
Staff Learning and Training
Promote an office environment that encourages innovative thinking and knowledge sharing.
Organize regular all-staff trainings and identify learning opportunities for staff on an individualized basis.
Create learning opportunities to improve network program collaboration.
Integrating the Organizational Values
Lead innovative initiatives to uphold and integrate the organizational values into the performance of duties and tasks on a daily basis to foster healthy inter-office communication
Grantee Learning and Training
Support program staff to incorporate capacity building and institutional strengthening components into grant making.
Oversee a grant portfolio to oversee these aspects as well as to support opportunities for promising young leaders
Qualifications
Relevant advanced degree and proven commitment to the protection of human rights in the Eastern African region
Knowledge of the Appreciative Inquiry methodology of monitoring and evaluation
Experience in capacity building and organizational development
Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse array of people
Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
Ability to manage multiple liaisons within OSIEA and the larger Open Society Foundations network in a fast paced environment
Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
Integrity, diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
Willingness to travel as needed
For more information: www.soros.org/initiatives/osiea
Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package
No phone calls, please. Only successful candidates will be contacte
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