Program Advisor – Fiji

The American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ABA ROLI) seeks a Program Advisor – Fiji to serve as the technical and programmatic lead for activities in Fiji as part of a grant-funded program focused on mitigating the impact of climate change on human rights. The PA will provide expertise in climate change and human rights, supporting the implementation of program activities in the Republic of Fiji, coordinating activities implemented by partner organizations within the country and supporting activities led by subject matter experts in Samoa and countries in Southeast Asia, particularly the Philippines and Indonesia. A typical day for the PA might include facilitating a workshop on community-based monitoring in the morning; heading back to the office to hold a call with a sub-awardee partner to discuss their activity progress; and editing a program progress report to be submitted to the home office before signing off for the day. The PA may be called upon to work early mornings or late nights to participate in meetings with colleagues in different time zones.

The candidate should have at least 5 years’ relevant experience, including expertise in the domain of the impact of climate and environmental change on human rights in Fiji and in the region. Ideally, the PA would also have prior experience supporting donor funded programming, preferably those funded by the United States. This position will be based in Fiji and will report to the Portfolio Management Unit lead in Washington, DC.

The PA will be hired as a consultant on contract through ABA ROLI’s Washington, DC headquarters. This position will primarily be a telework position, with occasional required travel or in-person meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and technical proficiency in the implementation of the American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative Right to Resilience (R2R) program in Fiji
• Leads successful delivery of the Right to Resilience (R2R) Program in Fiji in coordination with the program team of Asia Pacific by supporting program management activities through program design and development, donor relations, risk management, monitoring and evaluation.
• Oversees integrity of the implementation of the Right to Resilience (R2R) program in Fiji by ensuring informed consent of target groups before project implementation, managing third party contributions, budget and costs against progress of the program and monitoring expenditure within tolerances set by the grantor and ABA-ROLI.
• Represents the ABA-ROLI Right to Resilience (R2R) Program domestically and within area of assignment and ensures compliance of all project activities
• Actively participates in the development of M&E plans and systems based on program requirements, addresses information barriers as necessary.
• Develops and maintains strong associations with partner organizations, relevant government and implementing agencies
• Prepares progress reports to ABA ROLI headquarters and donors within set deadlines.
• Collaborates with ABA ROLI headquarters and Fiji authorities to ensure compliance of all programs and operations with local laws and regulations and necessary regulatory and licensing requirements.
• Supports development of strategies related to the Right to Resilience (R2R) Program in consultation with key stakeholders.
• Develops tailored solutions with technical experts and participates in related training opportunities.
• Oversees the work of junior consultant in Fiji and of part-time consultant in Samoa.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in law, environmental studies, sustainability studies, global affairs, public policy, international relations, or another relevant field.
• Familiarity with rural and Indigenous communities in Fiji and the impact of climate and environmental change on these communities.
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in climate change mitigation, human rights, Indigenous communities’ rights, public interest law, or a related field.
• Willing to travel within Fiji or on occasions, overseas.
• Legal ability to work in Fiji.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in English and Fijian, both verbally and in writing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Management professional with strong project management acumen.
• Specialized professional experience related to human rights, climate change, and sustainability, including prior experience supporting donor funded programming.
• Proven experience as project lead supporting implementation of national or multi country initiatives on climate change planning or mitigation.
• Experience supporting implementation of programs funded by the United States government.
• Experience working with the government and other key stakeholders.
• Experience in working with colleagues remotely.

ABOUT ABA ROLI

The mission of ABA ROLI is to promote justice, economic opportunity, and human dignity through the rule of law. For more than 30 years in over 100 countries, ABA ROLI has worked to strengthen legal institutions, to support legal professionals, to foster respect for human rights, and to advance public understanding of the law and citizen rights. In collaboration with our in-country partners, we design programs that are responsive to local needs and that prioritize sustainable solutions to pressing rule of law challenges.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants must submit the following to [email protected].

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Cover letter
3. Salary or hourly payment expectations

Deadline for submission of application is on October 31, 2022.