The Decade of Roma Inclusion Secretariat Foundation seeks qualified candidates for a Policy Analyst position at its office in Budapest.
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Policy Analyst
Decade of Roma Inclusion Secretariat Foundation
Budapest
The Decade of Roma Inclusion Secretariat Foundation (“Decade Secretariat”) is seeking a full-time Policy Analyst for its office in Budapest, Hungary. The terms of the contract will be determined on the basis of the applicable Hungarian Labor Code.
Background:
The Decade of Roma Inclusion 2005–2015 (“Decade”) is a political commitment by European governments to improve the socio-economic status and social inclusion of the Roma population. The Decade is an international initiative that brings together governments, international, intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations, including Romani civil society, to accelerate progress toward improving the welfare of Roma and to review such progress in a transparent and quantifiable way. The Decade focuses on the priority areas of education, employment, health and housing, and commits governments to take into account the core issues of poverty, discrimination and gender mainstreaming.
The current member states of the Decade of Roma Inclusion 2005–2015 are Albania, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia and Spain.
The Decade of Roma Inclusion Secretariat Foundation is a private foundation established by the Open Society Institute in 2007. The Decade Secretariat serves as the main facilitation body of the Decade of Roma Inclusion 2005-2015. It aims to support the work of the annually rotating Presidency of the Decade. In addition to the annual transfer of know-how and initiatives between Decade Presidencies, the Decade Secretariat ensures a smooth transition and enhances coordination of all joint activities. It provides continuity to the Decade and acts as the permanent repository of information and knowledge about the Decade.
The Decade can offer a constructive contribution to the EU Framework for National Roma Integration Strategies, which focuses on the same themes of education, employment, housing and health care as does the Decade. The Decade offers an opportunity for non-EU member states to contribute their perspectives and expertise to the integration process. The Secretariat will play an important role in bringing Decade expertise to the EU process, including technical expertise in the thematic areas and expertise in monitoring progress. Finally, the Decade and its Secretariat can also serve as a platform for bringing civil society voices into the EU Framework discussions.
Responsibilities:
The Policy Analyst’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following tasks:
· Evaluates and analyzes policies and measures affecting the Roma population in the Decade countries
· Conducts research and evaluates policy impact to create baseline for follow up actions
· Prepares analyses for publication
· Reviews and edits analytical reports
· Uses available data and input of governments to create Annual Decade Progress Report
· Assists in the further development and update of the Decade National Action Plans and Roma related strategies
· Contributes to the knowledge management system based on the best practice initiatives of the Decade member countries
Required qualifications and experience:
· Minimum B.A. degree in relevant field (public policy, public administration, social sciences, political sciences)
· Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience
· Proven experience in analysis, evaluation and policy research; published analytical reports would be a significant advantage
· In-depth knowledge of the government policies on Roma inclusion in Central and South
Eastern Europe
· Solid knowledge of the Decade of Roma Inclusion 2005-2015
· Excellent written and oral command of English
· Knowledge of one or more language(s) of the Decade countries is a considerable advantage;
· Advanced computer skills (MS Office and internet software)
· Excellent analytical and organizational skills
· Multitasking abilities and ability to work under pressure
· Capacity to work independently as well as in a multinational team
The Policy Analyst will be working in a close cooperation with the Policy Officer and report to Facilitator of the Decade Secretariat.
Required application documents (Please submit all documents in English):
1. Europass CV; template can be downloaded at: http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/europass/home/vernav/Europasss+Documents/Europass+CV/navigate.action,
2. Two recommendation letters – at least one from a previous supervisor, and one from a peer who is familiar with the candidate’s capacities
3. One-page (A4) motivation letter explaining the candidate’s relevant professional and educational background
The deadline for submitting applications is September 16, 2011.
Applications should be submitted by e-mail to: tbuzetzky@decadesecretariat.org
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
The Decade of Roma Inclusion Secretariat Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, which supports diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.
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