Senior Program Officer, Human Rights & Policy

excerpts from the official posting

The International Republican Institute (IRI) advances democracy and freedom. We link people with their governments, support politicians to be responsive to citizens, and motivate those citizens to engage in the political process.

Main responsibilities

• Support the planning, day-to-day coordination, implementation, and monitoring of assigned program activities in Costa Rica, including development of workplans, activity…
• Support the organization and facilitation of a multi-stakeholder working group in Costa Rica, including preparing agendas and background materials, coordinating…
• Establish and maintain productive working relationships with civil society organizations, government officials and public institutions, legal practitioners, human rights…
• Monitor and analyze relevant political, human rights, policy, legal, and institutional developments to inform program strategy, implementation, and achievement of…

Profile

• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Spanish. Professional proficiency in English strongly preferred.