Freedom House is currently seeking individuals with demonstrated professional experience to work with civil society organizations in Egypt through the International Executive Volunteers (IEV) program for 3 months beginning in September 2009.
Volunteers must have a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience, the ability to commit to 3 months of service, and a resourceful, innovative personality. Previous overseas experience, particularly in Egypt and in the Middle East and North Africa is preferred.
Statistician/Polling Specialist
A statistician/polling specialist has been requested to provide support in the preparation and analysis of survey methodology and questionnaire data. Tasks will include designing work plans, managing logistics, reporting results to targeted groups, and developing relationships with key constituencies. Additional knowledge or expertise is needed for volunteer management – recruiting, retaining, and training for key projects. Arabic language skills are preferred but not required.
For the past several years, Freedom House has worked in Egypt supporting civil society through its New Generation of Advocates program. The New Gen program helps to empower emerging leaders in civil society who are successfully contributing to democratic reform in their countries through training in advocacy, outreach and reform strategies; as well as international exchanges to developed democracies. The IEV program seeks to complement this effort by placing professional, executive-level volunteers helping to strengthen the capacity of civil society organizations to more effectively carry out their missions in defending human rights, advocating for legal reforms and creating a space for free expression.
Freedom House covers international travel expenses and provides a housing allowance and a modest daily living stipend for the duration of the volunteer assignment.
To learn more about the International Executive Volunteers program, please contact Jenai Green. To download the application form, go to http://www.freedomhouse.org/template.cfm?page=13. Please send completed application, cover letter, and resume by email or fax to:
Jenai Green Senior Program Officer, Exchanges [email protected] Fax: (202) 293-2840 *Please write “IEV Application (Egypt)” in the subject line of your email.
The deadline to apply is August 5, 2009.
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