• Coordinate and implement development of weekly/monthly analysis pieces and other direct forms of program communications, including for social media.

• Support IFES’ training programs as a co-facilitator conducting trainings in English, Sinhala or Tamil languages.

• Monitor developments in the electoral and governance environment and provide written reports on political updates, as required.

• Attend external briefings, meetings and events related to IFES’ programming and provide reports.

• Assist with research and draft briefs and reports on a variety of issues including but not limited to: elections, representation of women, youth and disability inclusion, and relevant legal reforms.

• Support the design and implementation of IFES’ inclusion activities (gender, disability, youth, and other vulnerable populations).

• Support monitoring and evaluation efforts, in consultation with senior program leadership

 Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required in international relations, law, social development or any other relevant field;

• Minimum of five (5) years overall work experience in the international development sector, preferably with experience in governance related projects;

• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong communications skills (writing, reading and speaking) with fluency in English and Sinhala OR Tamil is required.

• Willing to travel outside of Colombo is required if/when COVID-19 allows;

• Training/facilitation skills and experience would be an advantage.