The African Child Policy Forum (ACPF) is a leading, independent Pan-African Policy and Advocacy Centre on Child Rights, based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. ACPF was established with the conviction that putting children first on the public and political agenda and investing in their wellbeing are fundamental for bringing about lasting social and economic progress in Africa and its integration and participation in the world economy. ACPF’s work is rights-based, inspired by universal values and informed by global experiences and knowledge. ACPF aims to provide a platform for dialogue; contribute to improve knowledge of the problems facing children in Africa; identity policy options; and strengthen the capacity of NGOs and governments to develop and implement effective pro-child policies and programmes.
ACPF carries out and commissions a large volume of studies, surveys and publications on child rights and wellbeing and works closely with a large number of child rights organisations in Africa. It engages with African policy and decision makers to address policy and legal issues and promote action. It also organises conferences, symposiums and various kinds of meetings for policy makers and child rights activists on topical issues and themes.
ACPF is looking for a dynamic professional to fill the position of Senior Programme Officer, Children and the Law Programme.The Senior Programme Officer has a critical technical and implementation role in the organisation in terms of ensuring technical coherence and quality of the Programme’s work. He/ she contributes and supports the work carried out in the Law Programme ensuring that the work is relevant, innovative, and of high technical quality. The Senior Programme Officer also ensures that the work is managed and implemented effectively and in accordance with ACPF’s programme priorities and strategies.
The Senior Programme Officer, Children and the Law reports directly to the Programme Head, Children and the Law and in his/her absence, may act as the ‘Officer in Charge’ of this particular Programme as requested.
The successful candidate should meet the following basic requirements:
Qualifications/Education:
- Post-graduate university degree in Law, Social Sciences, International Development, Social Work, or other relevant degree;
- Post-graduate qualification in human rights or child rights will be an added advantage.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience in child legal or policy work, preferably in Africa;
- Experience in research and programme implementation on child justice.
- Experience and knowledge of research, policy and programme/project management.
Competencies:
- Commitment to mission, vision, values and principles of ACPF.
- Expert knowledge of the current trends and issues, as well as demonstrated skills and experience in disability.
- In-depth understanding of development, economic and social issues in Africa at continental, regional and national levels, particularly in relation to children.
- Understanding of the African Union and the UN mechanisms for child rights and children with disabilities.
- Shows pride in their work; takes initiative; takes responsibility for their actions, and demonstrates commitment to achieving results.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and extensive experience in research, analysis, synthesis and presentation of information;
- Demonstrated ability to link research with policy development and to link policy development with practice.
- Demonstrated skills in managing multi-disciplinary projects and prior experience of leading and managing a team.
- Speaks and writes clearly and effectively.
- Listens well and reflects on different perspectives.
- Presents well and understands how to tailor presentations to different audiences.
- Strong communication skills in English and ideally in French and/or an African language.
- Works well with teams.
- Seeks to resolve conflict and identify solutions.
Salary and Benefits:
As per the organisation’s salary scale and benefit schedule.
Location:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. For further information, please check on our website: www.africanchildforum.org
HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants should send their letter of application and resume on or before December 31, 2014 tojobs2015@africanchildforum.org . If you have not been contacted two weeks after the deadline, please consider your application is unsuccessful.
