ICTJ Reparations Program Assistant Deadline 19 December 2008

JOB VACANCY
Reparations Program Assistant Position Announcement (National Staff)
Location: Timor-Leste (Dili)
Closing date: 19 December 2008

The International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ) assists countries pursuing accountability for past mass atrocities. ICTJ is committed to building local capacity and strengthening the emerging field of transitional justice, and works closely with organizations and experts around the world to do so. In Timor-Leste ICTJ works with civil society and others stakeholders on the follow up to the CAVR report and recommendations, focusing on issues on justice, accountability, and reparations. More information is available at www.ictj.org.

Position Overview
The Reparation Program Assistant works with ICTJ’s National and International Program Associates to develop and implement transitional justice programs in Timor Leste. Primary responsibilities of this position involve working with Timorese NGOs on victim networking and programs relating to CAVR follow-up, especially in relation to to reparations. Specific duties includes:
· Overseeing ICTJ’s victim networking program, undertaken together with Timorese NGOs
· Maintaining regular contact and good coordination with partners organization;
· Organizing and preparing events, including meetings and trainings on transitional justice;
· Assisting the National and International Program Associates with research as requested;
· Facilitating transitional justice exposure visits to Timor-Leste

Required Qualifications
· A commitment to ICTJ mission and values
· Experience in human rights and/or victim support (Minimum 2 years)
· Advanced English, Fluency in Tetun and Indonesia language skills
· Good computer skills, including proficiency in Word

Required attributes
· Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time effectively
· Flexibility, ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
· Strong analytical and problem solving skills
· Good leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other staff
· Ability to work effectively with minimal direction

Preferred qualifications
· University degree in law, political science, human rights or related field;
· Experience working in transitional justice
· Experience carrying out research and analysis

To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and a resume/CV, with contact information for three references to: ICTJ, Timor Leste, Eis Comarca Balide, Attn: Manuela Leong Pereira or via email to mpereira@ictj.org
Only short listed candidates will be notified and applications will not be returned