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JOB OPPORTUNITIES WITH AN UPCOMING USAID-FUNDED
PROGRAM IN KYRGYZSTAN
Apply immediately, but not later than April 27, 2012
East-West Management Institute invites applications for a number of positions as part of a proposal for an
upcoming five-year USAID-funded Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance program that will work to
foster effective collaboration between civil society and Government of Kyrgyzstan to deliver services,
resulting in a more responsive and accountable government and credible, sustainable civil society. These
are long-term positions and offer generous benefits packages. The assignments are expected to start in
early September 2012.
DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY
Position Summary:
Deputy Chief of Party will assist the Chief of Party with implementing Kyrgyzstan Collaborative
Governance Program.
Qualifications Requirements:
●Minimum of 6 years’ direct management experience implementing governance and civil society
programs;
●Demonstrated success managing and leading technical and administrative teams for USAID funded
projects;
●Advanced degree in Social Sciences, International Development, Law, Economics or related field;
●Technical experience in areas such as civil society, capacity building, governance, civic advocacy and
government accountability;
●Organizational wisdom and cultural sensitivity;
●Demonstrated exemplary communication and interpersonal skills;
●Familiarity with USAID's reporting, procurement, and project management policies and procedures;
●Excellent team building and interpersonal skills;
●Excellent oral and written communication skills in Kyrgyz and Russian.
●Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
GOVERNMENT LIASION ADVISOR
Summary of Position
Government Liasion Advisor will serve as facilitator between Government of Kyrgyzstan and local civil
society organizations for Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance program.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
●Five (5) or more years of work experience in facilitating cooperation between development programs
and Government of Kyrgyzstan at the central and local level;
●Good understanding of Government of Kyrgyzstan’s institutions and civil society programs;
●Good understanding of civil society and community development initiatives in Kyrgyzstan;
●Experience with working with international donors, preferably USAID;
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
●Ability to work independently without supervision and as a team player;
●Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz and Russian and languages;
●Fluent in written and spoken English;
●Advanced degree in Social Science, Law or other related field preferred.
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CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Summary of Position
Capacity Development Manager will work on enhancing the capacity and professionalism of Kyrgyz civil
society for Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance program. He/she will work with local established and
emerging civil society organizations, organizing mobile capacity building events designed to address
fundamental skills.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
●Five (5) or more years of work experience working on capacity building with civil society organizations
in Kyrgyzstan;
●Good understanding of civil society and community development initiatives in Kyrgyzstan;
●Experience working with international donors, preferably USAID;
●Excellent organizational and management skills;
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
●Ability to work independently without supervision and as a team player;
●Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz and Russian and languages;
●Fluent in written and spoken English;
●Advanced degree in Social Science, International Development or other related field preferred.
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HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERT
Summary of Position
Higher Education Expert will work on the creation of a university level curriculum which will provide
training for professional workforce of civil society of Kyrgyzstan for Kyrgyzstan Collaborative
Governance program.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
●Five (5) or more years of work experience working in the field of intersection of education and civil
society;
●Experience designing educational curriculum courses for non-governmental sector;
●Experience working with the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan;
●Good understanding of civil society of Kyrgyzstan;
●Experience working with international donors, preferably USAID;
●Excellent organizational and management skills;
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
●Ability to work independently without supervision and as a team player;
●Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz and Russian and languages;
●Fluent in written and spoken English;
●Advanced degree in Education, Social Science, or other related field preferred.
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GENDER EXPERT
Summary of Position
Gender Expert will work on mainstreaming gender issues into different activities of the Kyrgyzstan
Collaborative Governance program.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
●Minimum five (5) years of experience with mainstreaming gender issues into civil society and other
programs;
●Thorough knowledge and understanding of gender issues, including gender equality and women
empowerment in Kyrgyzstan;

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●Good understanding of civil society of Kyrgyzstan;
●Experience working with international donors, preferably USAID;
●Excellent organizational and management skills;
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
●Ability to work independently without supervision and as a team player;
●Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz and Russian and languages;
●Fluent in written and spoken English;
●Advanced degree in Social Science, Gender Studies, Human Rights or other related field preferred.
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GRANTS MANAGER
Summary of Position
Grants Manager will manage and monitor administration of sub-grants to local Kyrgyz civil society
organizations for Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance program.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
●Minimum three (3) years of relevant professional experience administering sub-grants;
●Ability to supervise and provide assistance to sub-grantees;
●Knowledge and understanding of civil society of Kyrgyzstan;
●Experience working with international donors, preferably USAID;
●Excellent organizational and management skills;
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
●Ability to work independently without supervision and as a team player;
●Ability to travel extensively;
●Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz and Russian and languages;
●Fluent in written and spoken English;
●Advanced degree in Social Science, Management or other related field preferred.
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MONITORING AND EVALUATION EXPERT
Summary of Position
Monitoring and Evaluations Specialist will work on monitoring Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance
program’s activities and activities of sub-grantees.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
●Minimum three (3) years of experience in design, monitoring and evaluation methodologies; field-based
data collection and analysis experience;
●Experience coordinating M&E for civil society projects;
●Knowledge and understanding of civil society of Kyrgyzstan;
●Experience working with international donors, preferably USAID;
●Excellent organizational and management skills;
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
●Ability to work independently without supervision and as a team player;
●Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz and Russian and languages;
●Fluent in written and spoken English;
●Advanced degree in Sociology, Statistics, Mathematics or other related field.
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FINANCE AND HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

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Summary of Position
Finance and Human Resources Manager will supervise and be responsible for two main areas: 1) project
and sub-grants related finances; 2) oversight of human resources issues.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
●Minimum five (5) years of experience in financial management for donor-funded programs, preferably
USAID;
●Familiarity with Government of Kyrgyzstan and US Government’s financial management and reporting
requirements;
●Excellent organizational and management skills;
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
●Ability to work independently without supervision and as a team player;
●Fluent in written and spoken Kyrgyz and Russian and languages;
●Fluent in written and spoken English;
●Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
To apply: Please send (i) a curriculum vitae, (ii) cover letter, and (iii) contact information for three
references to izlencyk@ewmi.org and include “Collaborative Governance - Kyrgyzstan” in the subject
line. No phone calls please. EWMI will contact applicants for interviews or to request additional
information.
About EWMI: Founded in 1988 as an independent, not-for-profit organization, the East-West
Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI), promotes the rule of law, civil society and free market systems
globally. EWMI provides training, technical expertise and grants to foster sustainable reforms in
government, business and civil society. Working in partnership with grass roots groups, local
governments and international organizations, EWMI combines legal, civic and economic initiatives to
build just, prosperous and democratic societies.