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The East-West Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI) invites applications for a Court Administration Officer position with its Judicial System Strengthening Activity (JSSA) in Uzbekistan, a four-year project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented until September 2025. JSSA is divided into three objectives: Objective 1 will strengthen the administration of justice by improving court and case management; Objective 2 will strengthen the professionalism of the judiciary through enhanced training initiatives, and Objective 3 will strengthen public trust in the judiciary. The following is a full-time, long-term (until September 2025) position based in Tashkent, beginning immediately. The position is open only to persons eligible to work in Uzbekistan.

The Court Administration Officer is responsible for assisting the Chief of Party in activities related to court administration and case management activities under Objective 1. This full-time position reports to the Chief of Party.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist the Chief of Party in helping the Supreme Court develop the policies, practices and data needed to fully implement the restructuring of the courts;

• Analyze publicly-available court performance data, performance data provided by pilot and other courts, and the results of court mini-assessments;
• Utilize data to draft reports and other written inputs for JSSA, and incorporate data insights into JSSA Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning  efforts;

• Participate in drafting and designing annual performance/statistical reports for the Supreme Court, pilot courts, and the Supreme Judicial Council;
• Accompany JSSA team members during court visits and participate in deployment of court mini-assessments; liaise with pilot court representatives and representatives of other JSSA counterparts;
• Participate in the design and deployment of tailored interventions for the pilot courts, and support activities conducted under Objective 1 as needed;
• Provide progress reports on pilot courts;
• Support the work of the Chief of Party on court administration tasks;
• Other related duties as required.

Required qualifications:

• At least two (2) years of experience working with or in the courts, prosecutor's office, or in a related judicial profession;
• Demonstrated knowledge of court operations, structure and functioning of the Uzbek judicial system, and ongoing reforms;
• Experience with case management systems;
• Demonstrated skills in data collection and statistical analysis;
• Bachelor’s degree in law, human rights, or a related field;
• Strong organization and planning skills,
• Experience in working with the judiciary;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Positive attitude, attention to detail, flexibility to manage fast timelines and multiple work streams, and;
• Fluency in Uzbek, Russian, and English required.

To apply: Please send (i) a curriculum vitae, (ii) cover letter, and (iii) contact information for three references to:  employment@ewmi-uz.or. Please include “Court Administration Officer” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. EWMI will contact applicants for interviews or to request additional information. EWMI is an equal-opportunity employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply.

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The East-West Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI) invites applications for an Operations and Administrative Officer position with its Judicial System Strengthening Activity (JSSA) in Uzbekistan, a four-year project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented until September 2025. JSSA is divided into three objectives: Objective 1 will strengthen the administration of justice by improving court and case management; Objective 2 will strengthen the professionalism of the judiciary through enhanced training initiatives, and Objective 3 will strengthen public trust in the judiciary. The following is a full-time, long-term (until September 2025) position based in Tashkent, beginning immediately. The position is open only to persons eligible to work in Uzbekistan.

The Operations and Administrative Officer is responsible for assisting the JSSA Staff in daily operations of the EWMI branch office in Uzbekistan and in activity implementation. This full-time position reports to the Chief of Party.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Lead project office management, including operational, administrative, and human resources responsibilities in line with EWMI,USAID, and national policies, procedures, and legislation;
• Manage basic operations of the office and its staff, including files and record management, office inventory and maintenance, correspondence, contact lists, implementation of operational policies and procedures,  and related tasks;
• Oversee administrative support of the project and its activities, including event management, scheduling, travel arrangements, and related tasks;
• Support logistical arrangements for meetings and workshops, i.e., printing of training materials, coordination of workshop supplies, arrangement of travel and lodging  for participants and staff, and liaising with venues , in accordance with EWMI finance and administrative policies and procedures;
• Cooperate with the JSSA Event and Training Coordinator to ensure smooth preparation, execution, and follow-up for all JSSA activities;
• Liaise with participants of EWMI activities on necessary preparations for events as needed, including ensuring receipt of participant information, participant vetting, relaying of travel arrangements, and facilitating requests for travel advances as needed;
• In coordination with finance and program staff, support procurement of goods and services in compliance with EWMI and USAID regulations, including research and solicitation of vendors, publication of procurement tenders, gathering of quotes and vendor offers, and ensuring compliant documentation of these efforts;  
• Maintain vendor and consultant databases as needed, and ensure recruitment of qualified, diverse suppliers for all operational and technical needs of the office;
• Oversee human resources responsibilities such as recruitment and hiring, records management, performance review processes, implementation of human resources policies, and related tasks.
• Audit travel requests and expense reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure constant and adequate availability of office supplies, stationery and equipment; Prepare letters and other correspondence, produce reports, basic tables and graphics, data as needed, and manage the reproduction and assembly of reports and other project documentation, draft new contracts.
• Coordinate the timely processing for payment of vendor, supplier, and other transactions with project finance functions. Suggested replacement: Ensure timely processing of all vendor and staff payments in cooperation with the Finance Manager, including gathering of all payment requests, tracking, and scheduling of payments in an efficient manner
• Manage overall project/office schedules as assigned;
• Maintain a database of all incoming and outgoing communications; handle shipping/ mailing/delivery of outgoing communications in coordination with other project staff;
• Receive telephone calls and perform reception duties, as needed, in a professional and courteous manner;
• Other related duties as required.

Required qualifications:

• At least three (3) years of working experience on the same or similar tasks in an international and/or diverse environment;
• Demonstrated experience working with Uzbek government institutions, non-governmental organizations, and external vendors; ;
• Demonstrated experience with donor procurement and financial procedures; Work experience with U.S. government-funded projects is an asset;
• Demonstrated experiences administering human resources practices and policies ;
• Strong organization and planning skills; demonstrated experience in office administration, event planning, and project management support;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to maintain confidential operational and human resources information;
• Positive attitude, attention to detail, flexibility to manage fast timelines and multiple work streams, and;
• Fluency in Uzbek, Russian, and English required.

To apply: Please send (i) a curriculum vitae, (ii) cover letter, and (iii) contact information for three references to: employment@ewmi-uz.org.  Please include “Operations and Administrative Officer” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. EWMI will contact applicants for interviews or to request additional information. EWMI is an equal-opportunity employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply.

Apply immediately, but no later than by the end of the day on Wednesday, April 5, 2023

East-West Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI) invites applications for an expert that will develop the Terms of Reference for Digitalizing the NGO Bureau Archive in Uganda. Please, visit this page for the scope of work for this assignment.

Key required qualifications include:

• At least 8 years of experience in conducting similar assignments;
• At least BA in digital technology sciences, business management, or related fields;
• Excellent communication skills in English (oral and written);
• Excellent analytical skills; and
• Proven track record of working effectively and constructively with culturally diverse teams.

Qualified Ugandan and international experts, upon review of the scope of work for the assignment, are invited to submit their proposal comprised of the following documents:

1. Proposed methodology and work plan for developing the terms of reference for digitalizing the archive of the NGO Bureau as per the requirements spelled out in this scope of work (up to 3 pages);
2. Curriculum Vitae, highlighting experience with similar assignments (up to 3 pages);
3. Contact addresses for three professional references who have supervised your work in similar assignments; and
4. Daily consultancy fee for the work to be conducted under the scope of work above.

Please, submit your proposal to cssa-uganda@ewmi.org, by the end of the day on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, and include in the subject line “Expert for Digitalizing the NGO Bureau Archive.” No phone calls please. EWMI will contact applicants for interviews or to request additional information.

The Open Development Initiative (ODI) program of the East-West Management Institute (EWMI) is supporting a Mangroves for Coastal Resilience Initiative, which aims to conduct a coastal and riparian stakeholder mapping in order to enhance evidence-based policy advocacy to strengthen the governance structures and tenure rights of communities who rely on mangrove areas for their livelihoods. 

The priority areas of this work will encompass the development of a mapping tool or platform to track mangroves, forest, climate, and livelihood datasets; capacity development of stakeholders and evidence-based policy advocacy both in Thailand and across the target regional project areas. The Mangrove Conservation Coordinator will provide program support in Thailand and lead the technical and policy work alongside team members based in Thailand and regionally. 

This is a two-year position open to Thai Nationals and those eligible to work in Thailand.

Key responsibilities: stakeholder engagement, building local partnerships in Thailand, regional collaborations, research and data sharing, policy and advocacy campaigning, training and capacity building support. More specifically these responsibilities include:

• Provide program support and coordination for the project. 
• Contribute to the design and translation of appropriate surveys and data models for use in the field to gather information including datasets relating to mangrove conservation, environmental policy and management, and land use classifications.
• Liaise and build relationships with local civil society partners and government representatives to engage them in the program and policy reform.
• Support development of training materials to build local/regional stakeholders’ capacity in applied mangrove conservation.
• Coordinate national research and data collection within Thailand and regionally to contribute content and data of mangrove areas, forest, climate and livelihood issues. 
• Facilitate civil society engagement in Thailand on advocacy to protect mangroves and other coastal areas.
• Engage in national-level mangrove networks and local Indigenous Peoples’ efforts to support evidence-based policy development in Thailand.
• Provide additional support as and when needed.

Reporting requirements: 

• Provide monthly progress reports and updates during team meetings. 
• Prepare semi-annual and annual reports as required by the program. 
• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of the program.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of marine science/ coastal and science management/ biodiversity conservation or other related subjects with at least 2 years of experience; Masters preferred. 
• Understanding of marine protected area management and conservation initiatives in Thailand.
• Understanding of legal frameworks and policies that govern mangroves and other riparian ecosystems within Asia.
• Experience in facilitating workshops, public consultations, focus group discussions, and report writing. 
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; high self-motivation, honesty and integrity, transparency, accountability, flexibility, willingness to learn from others, able to work under pressure and demonstrate good teamwork.
• Ability to liaise and work alongside government representatives and civil society organizations.
• Computer literacy in MS Office and preferred experience in R-studio, SPSS and other data analysis software 
• Fluency in spoken and written Thai and English required.
• Must be eligible to work in Thailand.

How to apply:

The position is for an immediate start. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found. Interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications as soon as possible. Please send an up-to-date CV and cover letter demonstrating your skills and experience for this position to Human Resources at job@ewmi-odi.org by February 28, 2023. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. For further details of our compliance policies please see: https://ewmi.org/Compliance.

Job Title: Program Manager

The East-West Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI), a not-for-profit organization engaged in strengthening civil society and promoting the rule of law around the world, is hiring a Program Manager to work in its New York City or Washington, D.C. headquarters to help manage its expanding portfolio of programs in Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union, and Asia. 

Position Description: The Program Manager serves as the focal point within the organization for assigned countries and programs, liaising with all departments in HQ to provide support and ensure successful program implementation. Tasks include preparing subgrants to local organizations, drafting consulting agreements with international experts, tracking expenditures against budgets, ensuring compliance with donor (especially USAID) rules and regulations, and documenting program accomplishments. The Program Manager may also train and mentor local project staff on these matters, assist in opening and closing of project offices overseas, and assist in the preparation of proposals for new projects. Ability to travel overseas for extended periods (up to four weeks) is required.

Requirements: Successful applicants will possess:

• A minimum of two years of experience in supporting the implementation of international development projects;
• Strong written and oral communications skills (in English; ability to speak other languages in regions where EWMI works is preferred);
• The ability to prepare and read budgets;
• Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations;
• Prior experience in promoting human rights, supporting civil society, and/or strengthening the rule of law;
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in international relations, political science, or related field;
• Experience having worked overseas in a developing country preferred;
• Other specialized skills, such as with IT, public outreach, accounting, etc., is also preferred and should be highlighted.

To Apply: Please submit a brief (one page only) cover letter summarizing how you meet the above requirements, together with a CV (two pages only), and the names and contact information for three professional references to: employment@ewmi.org. The positions will be filled on a rolling basis, and applications received after COB on Monday, June 11th will not be considered. Only those invited for interviews will be contacted; no calls please. EWMI is an equal opportunity employer.

East-West Management Institute, Inc (EWMI) is recruiting for an accountant, who will work with EWMI’s finance team and liaise with all departments in HQ to provide support and ensure successful program implementation.  EWMI is a not-for-profit organization working to strengthen civil society engagement and rule of law around the world by building accountable, capable and transparent institutions.

Tasks include:

• Review of monthly field office financial and accounting records to ensure that proper documentation exists;
• Monitor project budgets against spending
• Provide assistance with importing the data from excel to databases
• Provide ongoing assistance to Director of Compliance/Operations
• Travel, as necessary, to the field offices to work with local accounting staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
• Strong Microsoft Excel Skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communications skills in English
• Work experience in accounting sector either through internships or prior employment
• Ability to read and speak languages in countries where EWMI works a plus
• Knowledge of databases preferred

To Apply: 

Please submit a brief cover letter summarizing how you meet the above requirements, together with a resume (two pages only), and the names and contact information for three references (combination of professional and academic acceptable) to  employment@ewmi.org.  Please indicate in the subject line that you are applying for the Accountant Position. Please submit applications by November 14, 2022.  Only those invited for interviews will be contacted.  No calls please.  EWMI is an equal opportunity employer.

The East-West Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI), a not-for-profit organization engaged in strengthening civil society and promoting the rule of law around the world, is hiring Rule of Law Experts for short-term (3-6 week) assignments in Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union, and/or Asia. 

Position Description: EWMI is seeking a variety of rule of law experts, as follows:

• Judicial Reform Experts: With experience in reforming the work of judicial councils, judges associations, and judicial training institutes.  Experts needed in the areas of judicial appointment, promotion, and discipline; judicial ethics; assessing judicial performance; promoting judicial independence; promoting judicial transparency and accountability; improving access to justice; and the design and delivery of judicial training initiatives in a broad spectrum of topics, including ethics, legal reasoning and writing, and gender equality, among other issues.  Experts also sought in designing and administering judicial appointment examinations.
• Court Administration Experts: With experience in court management and budgeting; resource allocation; change management; case distribution, including the design and use of case weighting methodologies; caseload management and backlog reduction; use of information technology, including automated case assignment and case management systems; human resource management; public outreach and media affairs; audio and video recording of proceedings; improving access to courts; promoting improved coordination among various justice sector agencies and personnel (courts, prisons, process servers, experts, etc.); and the design and delivery of training programs for non-judicial court personnel, including on ethics, management, and backlog reduction.
• International Human Rights Lawyers: With knowledge of UN and regional human rights standards and/or experience in the use of strategic litigation and other methods to promote compliance with such standards; experience in training judges, prosecutors, lawyers and law students on international and comparative human rights; and experience in training and mentoring lawyers, bar associations, and civil society organizations on protecting fundamental human rights such as on right to counsel, freedom from torture, gender equality, non-discrimination, etc.
• Bar Reform Experts: With experience in strengthening the capacity of bar associations and similar groups to advocate for equality of arms, protect human rights, and promote the rule of law. Experts also sought in the design and delivery of continuing legal education programs, in particular (but not limited to) regarding ethics, legal writing and reasoning, advocacy skills, gender equality, etc.  Experts also sought in designing and administering bar examinations. 
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Experts: With experience in promoting the use of alternative dispute resolution methodologies, including mediation (court annexed or otherwise) and arbitration in civil, commercial, and criminal (plea bargaining) cases.  Experience needed in particular in the design of such systems; training judges, lawyers, and other court staff on the ethical usage of ADR; and public outreach and education concerning the benefits of ADR. Experts also needed in the use of traditional dispute resolution methods, and in conforming such to modern human rights requirements, and ensuring coordination with formal justice systems.
• Enforcement of Judgments Experts: With experience in designing efficient systems for enforcing civil and commercial judgments, including through privatized systems, improved public systems, or hybrid systems.  Experts needed for training bailiffs, lawyers, and judges on systems and methodologies for enforcing judgments.
• Access to Justice Experts: Legal experts needed to design approaches to improving access to justice for citizens, in particular for the indigent.  Specific expertise needed in the operations of legal aid agencies, such as hiring, promoting, and training legal aid lawyers; the role of civil society organizations in providing legal aid; the role of traditional dispute resolution in providing justice; overcoming physical barriers to courts; and public outreach and education concerning citizens’ rights.

Experts will be hired as consultants for short-term (3-6 week) assignments that require overseas travel. International development experience is preferred.

To Apply: Please submit a brief (one page only) cover letter summarizing how you meet the above requirements, together with a CV (two pages only), and the names and contact information for three professional references to: employment@ewmi.org. Please include the specific position for which you are applying in the subject of the email. Only those invited for interviews will be contacted; no calls please. EWMI is an equal opportunity employer.