Program Manager

Interested in promoting the rule of law, democracy and human rights in Africa?
We're seeking a dynamic Program Manager with expertise in law, strong project coordination skills, and a passion for democracy and human rights.

The KAS Rule of Law Program for Sub-Saharan-Africa has been actively promoting the rule of law, democracy and human rights in the region since it's foundation in 2006. It maintains a strong regional network of high-ranking legal experts and practitioners and creates a platform for an in-depth exchange on best legal practice as well as the advancement of the rule of law and human rights throughout the region. Core fields of the Program’s activities are the fight against corruption, international criminal law, environmental law, constitutional law and human rights. The program is active across the entire sub-continent and covers anglophone as well as francophone Sub-Saharan Africa.

Your Responsibilities:
+ Planning (content and logistics), implementation and follow-up of activities of the Rule of Law Program
« Drafting of concept notes as well as budget planning for activities
« Drafting of contracts with partners and service providers
* Monitoring and evaluating project activities
« Supporting the research and publication undertakings of KAS through the identification of research topics, authorship and/or review of publication texts
« Developing ideas for future activities, regarding content as well as project formats
«Managing regular communications with program partners, participants and other
stakeholders and support the extension of the KAS professional network
«Regularly undertaking research and preparing analyses on major developments (legal, political, social or economic) relevant to the KAS Rule of Law Program'’s portfolio
«Coordinating and enhancing overall visibility and outreach activities, including maintenance and administration of website and social media updates
+Representing KAS in external functions and events
« Other duties may be assigned

This position requires extensive traveling in Sub-Saharan Africa, including weekends and weeknights.