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• Actively participate in strengthening the
  role of civil society and increase citizen participation in decision‐making
  and promoting accountability of government and non‐government
  stakeholders in the project management.
• Help in developing capacity of local
  government, citizens and civic actors in responsible the project
  management including that related to planning for revenue use, development
  of accountability mechanisms and equitable consultative processes.
• Take part in organizing meetings with
  government officials, CSOs/CBOs, donors and other interested parties
  related to mining sector transparency, accountability accessibility of
  information.
• Assist in building and strengthening local
  capacity to advocate for the project sector transparency; making
  information more accessible to a broader audience;
• Expanding the scope of information on the
  website, including through additional mapping data of mining operations;
  and facilitating the analysis and use of this information to ensure that
  the project provides greater benefits to the beneficiaries
• Actively contribute to the technical aspects
  of training modules on transparency, advocacy and conflicts dynamics
  related to the project management; participate in planning and executing
  training sessions and other workshops; ensuring modules synchronize with
  community needs and project objectives.
• Render support in drafting and editing press
  releases, public statements, and project reports as necessary.
• Participate in building the capacities and
  supporting all stakeholders in their efforts.
• Assist in advising and supporting the program
  in policy facilitation and strategies towards creation of favorable public
  opinion.
• Assist in increasing the active participation
  and influence of women and youth in decision‐making
  and advocacy processes for equal rights at local and national level.
• Help in establishing effective communication
  mechanisms between stakeholders in order to increase people’s access to,
  understanding of and benefits
• Take part in research, developing policy
  positions and producing briefings and other advocacy materials.

• The ideal candidate for the Project Assistant
  (KEMSTAP) job vacancy should hold a Degree in Agriculture,
  Environmental Management, Economics, Development studies, Engineering or
  any other relevant fields
• A minimum of five years of experience and
  proven background in development management and programming,
• Proven success in working with regional
  and/or local governments in natural resource and Environment management
  related programs.
• Previous exposure and experience with wide
  range of donor reporting and compliance requirements
• Proven writing skills and ability to produce
  high quality reports, strategy papers, concept notes, project proposals in
  English
• Excellent command of English

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