From eisa at lists.sn.apc.org Wed Jan 2 16:31:27 2008 From: eisa at lists.sn.apc.org (eisa@lists.sn.apc.org) Date: Wed Jan 2 16:39:47 2008 Subject: [Eisa] Vacancy - BES: Programme Officer Message-ID: <984C0E7445FEA14886A140D1DD957EAE6A3671@xena.eisamail.eisa.org.za> EISA Vacancy Balloting & Electoral Services: Programme Officer The position of Balloting and Elections (BES) Programme Officer is available from 1 February 2008. The position is based in Johannesburg. The BES Programme Officer will report to the BES Manager. Qualified South African nationals are encouraged to apply. EISA offers a competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience. BES develops and makes available a range of technical products, services and solutions on model structures, systems and procedures for the conduct of credible and legitimate office bearer elections as well as effective and accountable governance. BES has conducted elections for major government institutions in South Africa, Pension Funds and Medical Aids as well as been the independent agent that has conducted national, regional, provincial, and branch elections for trade unions and political parties. Responsibilities * Co-ordinate, supervise and conduct elections for BES clients ensuring compliance with rules and regulations * Prepare and administer all election requirements including pre-ballot meetings, preparing minutes, overseeing logistical arrangements * Assist the with the formulation and co-ordination of strategies for future growth in projects * Manage and prepare budgets * Management of the overall administrative functions Experience / Requirements * At least 5 years experience in conducting all types of elections * Well-developed written and verbal communication skills * Good interpersonal, presentation and facilitation skills * Knowledge of administration procedures including budget preparation * Computer literacy * Available to work weekends * Experience in training staff * Planning, organisational and project management skills * A strong team player * A diploma or tertiary degree in law, economic and management sciences or public administration from a recognised university or tertiary institution * Available to travel nationally and internationally * Possession of a valid driver's license Applications A two-page CV, as well as the names of three recent referees, should be submitted for attention The Manager, BES Email: titi@eisa.org.za Post: PO Box 740 Auckland Park 2006 or Fax: 011 482 6163 Closing date: 15 Jan 2008. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. EISA reserves the right not to make an appointment. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.sn.apc.org/pipermail/eisa/attachments/20080102/6373e328/attachment.htm From eisa at lists.sn.apc.org Thu Jan 10 13:34:23 2008 From: eisa at lists.sn.apc.org (eisa@lists.sn.apc.org) Date: Thu Jan 10 14:11:16 2008 Subject: [Eisa] Brief analysis of recent events in Kenya Message-ID: <984C0E7445FEA14886A140D1DD957EAE6E5329@xena.eisamail.eisa.org.za> EISA Researcher Dr Lucien Toulou has written a brief article around recent events in Kenya. Read it on the EISA web site at http://www.eisa.org.za/EISA/pr20080109.htm Regards Alka Larkan Senior Programme Officer, ICT http://www.eisa.org.za tel +27 11 482 54 95 fax +27 (0)86 604 18 61 EISA - Promoting credible elections and democratic governance in Africa -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.sn.apc.org/pipermail/eisa/attachments/20080110/edce91f2/attachment.htm From eisa at lists.sn.apc.org Wed Jan 16 11:32:21 2008 From: eisa at lists.sn.apc.org (eisa@lists.sn.apc.org) Date: Wed Jan 16 11:46:49 2008 Subject: [Eisa] Zimbabwe updates on the EISA web site Message-ID: <984C0E7445FEA14886A140D1DD957EAE6E567E@xena.eisamail.eisa.org.za> Zimbabwe EISA's Zimbabwe country profile on EISA's online Democracy Encyclopedia has been updated: * Political overview Thoroughly reworked and extended to 2007. * Election archive Background information on elections between 1980 and 2000 added. * Constitution Updated in terms of the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No 18) Act 2007. * Electoral system Updated in terms of the Electoral Laws Amendment Act 2007. * Zimbabwe Electoral Commission Updated in terms of the Electoral Laws Amendment Act 2007. We invite you to visit our web site at www.eisa.org.za/WEP/zimbabwe.htm . Contact EISA Researcher Deane Stuart on deane@eisa.org.za with feedback or queries. Warm regards Alka Alka Larkan Senior Programme Officer, ICT http://www.eisa.org.za tel +27 11 482 54 95 fax +27 (0)86 604 18 61 EISA - Promoting credible elections and democratic governance in Africa -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.sn.apc.org/pipermail/eisa/attachments/20080116/af8740cb/attachment.html From eisa at lists.sn.apc.org Fri Jan 18 15:53:43 2008 From: eisa at lists.sn.apc.org (eisa@lists.sn.apc.org) Date: Fri Jan 18 15:59:06 2008 Subject: [Eisa] EISA Programme puts women in parliament - Madagascar Message-ID: <984C0E7445FEA14886A140D1DD957EAE6E5976@xena.eisamail.eisa.org.za> EISA Madagascar: Women in Politics Ms Aurelie Razafinjato, elected for the Vohibato constituency following the September 23 2007 Legislative Elections, speaks. The new lawmaker participated in the EISA capacity building programme for women in politics in Madagascar. In English: http://www.eisa.org.za/EISA/pr20080117a.htm EISA Madagascar: Femmes en Politique Elue lors des ?lections l?gislatives malgaches du 23 septembre 2007, Madame Aur?lie Razafinjato t?moigne. Elle a suivi auparavant le Programme de Renforcement de Capacit? des Femmes en Politique ? Madagascar initi? par EISA dans le pays. En francais: http://www.eisa.org.za/EISA/pr20080117.htm -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Responsibilities * Overall coordination and supervision of the Local Governance programme * Identify and prioritise needs areas for interventions for all stakeholders in the SADC region * Oversee development and implementation of all local governance projects * Develop and maintain strategic partnerships * Manage stakeholder relations * Research and write on local governance related issues * Conceptualise project proposals * Manage the programme budget * Prepare reports Qualifications * An honours degree or post graduate qualification in Social Sciences. A Masters qualification is an advantage * Familiarity with and experience in the local government environment in South Africa including an understanding of relevant legislation and structures * Familiarity with local governance issues in the SADC region * Good computer skills * Good writing skills, including proposal and report writing * Knowledge of South African indigenous languages * Willingness to travel in the SADC region and beyond * Project management skills * Self-motivated and able to work under pressure * Facilitation and training experience * Ability to research and prepare analytical papers Applications Please send applications with accompanying CV to Ms Zahira Seedat via Email: zahira@eisa.org.za Post: PO Box 740 Auckland Park 2006 or Fax: 011 482 6163 Closing date: 22 February 2008. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The trainers will prepare a number of teams of observers to carry out the first ever voters' roll test conducted by civil society in Mozambique. The teams will be deployed in each of Mozambique's ten provinces. As a pilot exercise, the test will use list-to-people methodology. It will implemented in 33 municipalities ahead of the municipal elections expected to take place later this year. In 2009 a more comprehensive, nationwide test will be carried out before the general election. http://www.eisa.org.za/events/moz20080312.htm For more information please contact Mr Miguel de Brito, EISA-Maputo Country Director on miguel@eisa.org.za -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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