International Resources Group (IRG) Jobs

Job Title: Governance, Civil Society, and Conflict Managements position

Closing Date: Saturday, 13 August 2011



International Resources Group (IRG) seeks candidates with significant experience in local government, civil society strengthening, and conflict management for anticipated USAID-funded programs in Uganda. We are looking for expressions of interest from qualified candidates interested in positions in the following focus areas:

Local Governance and Decentralization

Local/Municipal Governance Reform -- Administration and Management
Democratic Decentralization Policy Implementation
Service Delivery on agriculture extension, community health, education, natural resource management
Local/Municipal Government Financial Management/Budget Process
Fiscal Decentralization
Local Taxation/User Fees
Land Use Planning/Management
Public Expenditure Tracking Systems Civil Society, Community Development, and Media
Advocacy
Organizational Development
Civic Education
CSO Board Development
Civil Society Law
Community Media
New Media
Community-Driven Development (CDD)
Local Government Budget Monitoring Conflict Management
Conflict Management and Peace-building
Water Resources, Veterinary and Livelihood Strategies for Pastoral Communities
Land Rights and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Climate Change and Conflict Mitigation Qualifications:
Experience working on local government, civil society strengthening, and conflict management programs
Experience working on donor-funded development programs (USAID experience preferred)
Relevant and recent experience in Uganda and/or region (Horn and East Africa)
Experience in conflict/post-conflict environments
Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred (in relevant field)
Team player, willing to work closely with and under the direction of USAID
Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
Fluency in English required; knowledge of local languages highly desirable

How to apply: Please send a current resume and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and indicating availability to IRGAfricaExperts@irgltd.com. Place "Uganda-Various Positions" in the subject line. IRG is an international professional services firm that helps governments, the private sector, communities, and households manage critical resources to build a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous world. Since its inception in 1978, IRG has completed over 850 contracts in 140 countries, delivering high-quality, cost-effective services that promote positive economic growth, institutional and social change, and intelligent use of resources-human, physical, environmental, and financial. Please visit our website, www.irgltd.com, to learn more.

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