24.02.2016. » 22:33 | ACDC

Vacancy: JSSP - North

The USAID funded, Justice System Strengthening Program (JSSP) is inviting applications from qualified candidates with a proven commitment to the rule of law for the position of 1. Northern Integration Coordinator, 2. Northern Integration Specialist. JSSP is a four-year program that seeks to strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of the administration of justice, enhance accountability and professionalism of justice system institutions and actors, and facilitate integration of judicial structures in the north.

TORs for Northern Integration Coordinator

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party or his designee, the Northern Integration Coordinator will be responsible for program development and implementation under JSSP Component 3. The incumbent will help coordinate and facilitate justice sector integration in the north, engage in program management, oversee the work of civil society partners, implement training for legal professionals and oversee court renovations. The position will be based in North Mitrovica, with frequent travel within Kosovo.

Candidates for the position of Northern Integration Coordinator should be able to:

Design and oversee JSSP’s program to prepare for and facilitate integration of courts in the north.
Manage and oversee the work of JSSP personnel in the north, including legal staff.
Recommend and assist in the development and implementation of policies, rules, and guidelines that support and functionalize integration.
Attend, participate in, and report about formal and informal meetings with relevant counterparts such as court leadership, the international community, civil society organizations, and the KJC.
Design and deliver technical assistance and training to court personnel to implement judicial service delivery and court administration in the north.
Monitor project activities and regularly report on progress. Prepare or assist in preparing annual work plans, implementation schedules, performance monitoring, and reporting to USAID.
Engage civil society actors in the north and oversee their work, including programmatic oversight and financial monitoring.
Do such other tasks as assigned by the Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party.

Candidates for the position of Northern Integration Coordinator should possess the following qualifications:

University degree in law, public sector management, or related field required.
At least ten years experience with USAID, the UN, the EU, or other donors.
Strong leadership, management, organizational skills, rigorous attention to detail, and problem solving abilities needed to perform effectively in a demanding position.
Experience working on donor-funded justice system strengthening projects.
Familiarity with political and legal issues associated with integration of courts in the north.
Strong program planning and implementation background and excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with counterparts and stakeholders.
Knowledge of court administration principles and organization and procedural laws.
Familiarity with justice sector integration in the north.
Demonstrated commitment to ethics, transparency, and accountability in program implementation.
Excellent spoken and written Serbian and English.

TORs for Northern Integration Specialist

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party and the Northern Integration Coordinator, the Northern Integration Specialist will be responsible for program development and implementation under JSSP Component 3. The incumbent will assist the Northern Integration Coordinator facilitate justice sector integration in the north and implement all aspects of JSSP’s program there. The position will be based in North Mitrovica, with travel within Kosovo.

Candidates for the position of Northern Integration Specialist should be able to:

Participate in developing, advising, and monitoring program implementation to prepare for and facilitate integration of courts in the north.
Recommend and assist in the development and implementation of policies, rules, and guidelines that support and functionalize integration.
Regularly engage with relevant counterparts such as court leadership, the international community, civil society organizations, and the KJC.
Design and deliver technical assistance and training to court personnel to implement judicial service delivery and court administration in the north.
Monitor project activities and regularly report on progress. Prepare or assist in preparing annual work plans, implementation schedules, performance monitoring, and reporting to USAID.
Engage civil society actors in the north and oversee their work, including programmatic oversight and financial monitoring.
Do such other tasks as assigned by the Chief of Party or Northern Integration Coordinator.

Candidates for the position of Northern Integration Coordinator should possess the following qualifications:

University degree in law, public sector management, or related field required.
At least three to five years experience with the US, the UN, the EU, or other donors.
Strong organizational skills, rigorous attention to detail, and problem solving abilities needed to perform effectively in a demanding position.
Experience working on donor-funded justice system strengthening projects.
Familiarity with political and legal issues associated with integration of courts in the north.
Program planning and implementation background and excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with counterparts and stakeholders.
Knowledge of court administration principles and organization and procedural laws.
Familiarity with justice sector integration in the north.
Demonstrated commitment to ethics, transparency, and accountability in program implementation.
Excellent spoken and written Serbian and English.

Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV, a cover letter, and three references via email, with the title of the position they are applying for as the subject line, to Millenium DPI partners at jobs@jssp-ks.org by Monday, March 7 at 17:00. Due to the volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls should be accepted concerning this solicitation and any attempts to contact USAID or JSSP will result in immediate disqualification. Late applications will not be considered.