WASHINGTON, DC STAFF POSITIONS

Director, CEELI International HR Support
The Director is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing human resources programs, policies, and procedures for CEELI's offices and personnel, and for serving as CEELI's liaison to the ABA's Human Resources Department. Requires: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field, and 5 years of progressive international HR generalist experience or equivalent education and experience. Also requires: general knowledge of the principles and practices of HR management; knowledge of state, federal, USAID regulations and international employment laws; knowledge of issues/trends in international human resources; demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to cultural differences; excellent verbal and written communication skills; high level of judgment, decision-making and common sense to effectively resolve problems or issues consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law; ability to handle sensitive and confidential personnel matters effectively; and supervisory, administrative and interpersonal skills. To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.

Grants Manager
Assist CEELI's Finance and Administrative Director. Requires Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field, as well as 2 years of relevant experience, and basic knowledge of general ledger accounting & advanced Excel skills. Prefers experience with international organization in fast-paced environment & with USAID grant regulations in nonprofit org. To apply please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.

Program Associate, Middle East
Assist Country Directors with the development and implementation of legal reform activities. Requires: Strong communication, good research skills, organizational and writing skills and experience juggling multiple priorities. Prefers: familiarity with Middle East; MA or 2 years work experience. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.

OVERSEAS CONSULTANT POSITIONS

Central Asia Regional Anti-Corruption Advisor
Kyrgyzstan or Tajikistan
July 2004 Start Date (pending funds)
Identify and develop country-specific anti-corruption technical assistance programs, primarily criminal law oriented, and assist ABA/CEELI criminal law liaisons in their implementation. Help cover Central Asia, focusing on Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Kyrgyz Republic. Activities may include recommendations on legislative or policy reform; training and capacity building; and institution building. In coordination with CEELI-DC and regional chiefs of party, liaise with and promote collaboration with other donors and technical assistance providers. Assist in developing internal resources and training. Must have substantial experience in domestic law anti-corruption efforts (e.g. prosecutor, law enforcement), with preference given to management experience while in domestic practice. Must also have experience in international technical assistance, with preferred focus on anti-corruption. Knowledge of civil law frameworks and institutions and of former Soviet Union and Central Asia strongly preferred. Other preferences include: knowledge of Russian; JD; ability to take initiative and work on a team; flexibility. To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.

In-Country Director - Russia
CEELI is currently seeking an In-Country Director for its high-profile Russia office. The In-Country Director would be responsible for developing, implementing, and reporting on CEELI's technical legal assistance projects in host country, and, in discharging this responsibility, would oversee the work of long- and short-term legal specialists posted to the country as well as locally hired staff. The In-Country Director would also serve as CEELI's chief representative in its relations with USAID and the U.S. Embassy, international organizations, local authorities, and local partners. Requirements: JD or equivalent; prior management experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; and USAID-funded project management experience. International development experience & applicable language skills strongly preferred. To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.

In-Country Director - Tajikistan
Dushanbe, Tajikistan
CEELI is currently seeking an In-Country Director for its Tajikistan office. The In-Country Director would be responsible for developing, implementing, and reporting on CEELI's technical legal assistance projects in host country, and, in discharging this responsibility, would oversee the work of long- and short-term legal specialists posted to the country as well as locally hired staff. The In-Country Director would also serve as CEELI's chief representative in its relations with USAID and the U.S. Embassy, international organizations, local authorities, and local partners. Requirements: JD; prior management experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; and USAID-funded project management experience. International development experience & applicable language skills strongly preferred. To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.

In-Country Director - Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
CEELI is currently seeking an In-Country Director for its Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan offices. The In-Country Director would be responsible for developing, implementing, and reporting on CEELI's technical legal assistance projects in the host countries, and, in discharging this responsibility, would oversee the work of long- and short-term legal specialists posted to the country as well as locally hired staff. The In-Country Director would also serve as CEELI's chief representative in its relations with USAID and the U.S. Embassies, international organizations, local authorities, and local partners. Requirements: JD; prior management experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; and USAID-funded project management experience. International development experience & applicable language skills strongly preferred. To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to jobs@abaceeli.org.

For more information about CEELI please visit our website at www.abaceeli.org.