Democratic Governance Officer

Advances UNDP’s democratic-governance work across West and Central Africa by producing strategic analysis and knowledge products, supporting regional projects and inclusive-transition initiatives, mobilising resources and strengthening civic participation and public trust.

Department: Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa

• Analyse democratic governance and civic participation trends across West and Central Africa
• Develop knowledge products on regional and country-level governance trends
• Design and support projects that broaden democratic space and strengthen civil and political rights
• Implement initiatives under the AU–UNDP Africa Facility for Inclusive Transition
• Mobilise resources for UNDP democratic-governance initiatives
• Support the regional governance programme and produce knowledge and communication materials

• Education in public policy and management, political science, public-sector management, public administration, law, development studies or a related field
• Experience providing technical or advisory support on democratic governance at national and regional levels
• Experience managing governance projects focused on civic participation
• Experience developing partnerships and mobilising or managing donor funding
• English proficiency

• UN Volunteer assignment based in Dakar
• Role supports UNDP country offices across West and Central Africa