IAD is seeking a Partnerships and Engagement Officer. The selected candidate will work closely with IAD's Executive Director and Board to manage IAD's external engagement with partners and relevant stakeholders.
What difference will you make?
Your help and expertise will enable us amongst others to build and sustain partnerships with other organizations and relevant stakeholders in IAD's area of work
What are we looking for?
Skills and Qualifications Strong written and oral communication skills Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills Knowledge and understanding of partnership management and external engagement in an NGO Good level of communication skills with both professionals and the public through a range of media Ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues from different agencies/organisations Good organisational skills, particularly in relation to events and activities Good understanding of the fields of democracy and international politics as well as the stakeholders involved (e.g., International Organisations, relevant NGOs and foundations, etc.) Passion for promoting democracy, rule of law and human rights Preferred Qualifications Proven professional experience in partnerships and external engagement in an NGO.
What will you be doing?
Objectives of this Role Proactively research and identify potential partners and engagement opportunities for IAD Secure and manage engagement opportunities for IAD, such as participation in international fora on democracy (e.g., the World Forum for Democracy) Build and sustain partnerships with other organisations and relevant stakeholders in IAD's area of work Manage projects co-organised together with external partners