Participatory Governance Specialist

DAI is seeking highly qualified candidates for the following position:

Participatory Governance Specialist

Project: USAID/ West Bank and Gaza (WBG) Accountable Local Governance Activity

Expected Start Date: ASAP

Level of Effort: Full-time

Location: Ramallah, Palestine

PROJECT BACKGROUND 

USAID/ West Bank and Gaza (WBG) Accountable Local Governance (ALG) Activity is a four-year, four months project that aims to improve the delivery of essential public services and to promote inclusive and accountable governance. The Activity interventions will improve service delivery, enhance the effectiveness of municipal operations, strengthen local government unit (LGU) fiscal management, and build resilience to shocks and stressors. The Activity will strengthen municipal responsiveness to citizens’ priorities and concerns, enhance civic engagement in local governance with a focus on under-represented and marginalized groups, and help connect LGUs, civil society, and other institutions to improve service delivery and enhance accountable governance. 

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Position Purpose 

The Participatory Governance Specialist will take overall responsibility for supporting and mobilizing community participation in ALG’s service delivery improvement program and related activities.  

Key Duties & Responsibilities 

• Train LGUs personnel in applying tools for public participation and civic engagement, as well as community organization and mobilization. Articulate communication objectives, emphasizing the benefits of community participation in municipal affairs. 
• Develop communication and media strategies and tools focused on civic engagement and the role of citizens in enhancing accountability and transparency within LGUS. 
• Liaise with community leaders to ensure public acceptance and buy-in for community participation, including tax payment, volunteerism, and community forums. 
• Facilitate community-level organizations in identifying and providing for community-based public participation approaches. 
• Develop and implement tailored plans   for replicating successful community participation examples in service delivery improvements per LGU. 
• Assist in disseminating successful community-based management of service delivery processes and public participation practices. 
• Gather and organize inputs for ongoing policy dialogue on sub-national governance, focusing on roles and responsibilities, program and project design criteria, service delivery standards, public consultation and participation, revenue generation, public service financing, and public sector accountability. 
• Identify revisions in existing legislation or the need for new legislation related to citizens engagement and social accountability to support policy recommendations. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in international development or related field, or equivalent work experience; advanced degree preferred.  
• 8 years of relevant working experience in local government or civil society. 
• In-depth understanding of institutional, administrative, and other governance issues, especially in conflict-prone areas. 
• Ability to work harmoniously with local partners, including government at various levels, civil society, communities, and other relevant stakeholders. 
• Experience on USAID-funded projects or other donor-funded projects is highly preferred.  
• Fluency in English and Arabic required. 

Reporting

The Participatory Governance Specialist will report to the Accountability and Transparency Team Leader. 

To Apply:  If you would like to be part of a dynamic project team and are interested in submitting your CV for consideration, please apply through the following link:

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Individual position postings including job description and qualifications sought can be viewed at the link provided. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for additional information. Applications for this role will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About DAI: DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.

DAI is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.