Capacity Building Coordinator (two-year placement), based in Hodeidah, Republic of Yemen

You should have a degree level qualification or equivalent diploma in a relevant discipline and education/training in specific aspects of community development.

You should have a minimum of three years' work experience with local NGOs in an advisory/support capacity; proven experience of organisational development and capacity building within the NGO/community based organisation sector; proven experience in training/facilitation methodologies and direct training ability, and experience of liaison with a range of different organisations with an experience of network formation/network building, and of advocacy training.

Understanding of the role which NGOs play in national and community development and advocacy; skills in strategic planning and participatory monitoring methods; knowledge/understanding of one or more areas of particular focus (human rights, women's leadership, HIV and AIDS); good team building skills and consensus led approach to work; developed analytical, prioritising and networking skills, and demonstrated commitment to gender awareness; cultural sensitivity in an Islamic environment, and willingness to undertake road travel in Yemen are also essential.

Experience in and knowledge of international and regional NGOs; of working in the region; of Participatory Rural Appraisal, income generation or credit programmes; and of working in a resource poor environment are all highly desirable.

Specific practical community development skills; understanding of the importance of good networking and information strategies; financial skills and understanding of the issues facing newly emerging democracies are also highly desirable.

Placement description

PD - Capacity Building Coordinator - Hodeidah - 145KB Word - September 2008

PD - Capacity Building Coordinator - Hodeidah - September 2008 - 274KB rtf

Application form

DW Application Form - 147K Word - 2008

DW Application Form - 274K RTF - 2008