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Sunday, January 10, 2010

Crisis Action is looking for an African Director

Salary: Competitive international salary according to experience

Location: Nairobi

You won't have heard of us, as we work behind the scenes, but Crisis Action is at the forefront of global advocacy.

We are now looking for a creative, effective and dynamic person to establish our presence in the region.

Our job is to tackle the causes and consequences of armed conflict head on.

We work behind the scenes to create and support strategic coalitions to avert conflicts and ensure the protection of civilians where conflict exists. Darfur, Gaza or DRC, you'll be on the front line of global advocacy.

As Director of our Africa office, you will lead the set-up of our new office and play an instrumental role in devising and leading key areas of our work in relation to the African Union.

In collaboration with Crisis Action partners such as Oxfam, International Crisis Group, Amnesty and Human Rights Watch, you will be responsible for forging high-profile international campaigns and delivering effective high-level advocacy.

We are looking for someone with excellent strategic and political judgment and a track record of delivering results.

You should have in depth understanding of foreign policy, high-level experience in campaigning or lobbying and first rate contacts within the region.

You should be comfortable with leading a small office.

Please go to www.crisisaction.org for an application pack

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