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Job Title: Liberia Fellowship

Posting Date: 04/08/2009

Deadline Date: 04/27/2009

Starting Date: 06/01/2009

Description:
The Government of Liberia, working in cooperation with the JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc. (JSI) and the Center for Global Development (CGD), is seeking professionals to serve as Fellows working in various Ministries in Liberia for one year beginning in summer 2009. The role of the Fellow will be to provide senior Liberian government officials with effective support in the realms of policy, speechwriting, ministerial coordination and administration (particularly in areas related to economics and finance). Liberians are especially encouraged to apply. You can discover more about it and read bios and blogs of the current fellows at: [http://www.cgdev.org/section/initiatives/_active/scottfellows.]

Benefits:

Those selected will be fellows of JSI, a leading international public health organization, but will report on a daily basis to the relevant government official. They will receive a stipend of $35,000 with a $500 monthly housing allowance, international health and evacuation insurance, and will be expected to work in Monrovia for one year. In addition, the program will provide an economy class round trip ticket. Fellowship assignments will begin in June 2009. Fellows will be expected to complete a short paper on their experience by the end of their assignment. .

How to Apply:

The application process is being managed by JSI (not by CGD). Applicants should submit a cover letter of no more than two pages describing key qualifications, areas of expertise and career objectives, along with a CV/resume by close of business Monday, April 27, 2009 to: Sharon Rocco, Program Manager, JSI, srocco@jsi.com. Please indicate Liberia Fellow Application in the subject line.

JSI and CGD are committed to attracting and maintaining a diverse and dedicated workforce. Minorities, women and developing country nationals with I-9 employment status are encouraged to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Fellows responsibilities will vary from position to position and will depend on the specific senior official with which they work, but generally will include:
o Coordinating and communicating within the Ministry/Agency, across other government agencies, and with major international agencies;
o Providing research, analysis and advice to the senior official on selected substantive policy issues;
o Drafting policy papers;
o Drafting talking points, speeches, letters, notes, correspondence, etc.;
o Taking notes and keeping records of meetings, and ensuring follow-through by key personnel on policy decisions;
o Helping the senior official to manage his/her schedule, set priorities among commitments, and delegate responsibilities where possible;
o Assisting in building the capacity of a Liberian to assume similar responsibilities over time; and
o Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants should have

A strong familiarity with the history, culture and political-economic environment of Liberia.
A graduate degree in economics, public policy, finance or other related development fields and one year of related experience, or a bachelor degree with at least three years of related experience.
Superior oral and written communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff, government officials, and the public.
Outstanding organizational skills, be flexible, reliable and able to handle multiple tasks under tight time constraints.
Ability to work behind the scenes in a supportive role.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 04/27/2009.

No phone calls please.
Principals only please.

JSI is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to workplace diversity. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. M/F/H/V/D