Maldivian Democracy Network (MDN), is looking for 7 energetic Maldivians to work as enumerators for a survey to be conducted in Male’.  The selected persons will be given a one day training by our staff and will be expected to participate in the survey for 15 days.

Major Responsibilities:

• Participate in the enumerator training, and assist our staff to pilot the survey tool

• Visit selected households and conduct the survey tool according to the instructions of MDN

• Record data as per the instructions of MDN

• Report daily progress on work and consult with supervisor on issues

Qualifications/ Desired Qualities:

• Above 18 years of age (Interested candidates who are in the ages between 16-18 can participate by providing us with a letter of consent from their parents)

• Able to read, write understand and speak English

• Able to read, write, understand and fluently speak Dhivehi

• People oriented, and enjoy working in a team

• Must be available exclusively for enumerator work within duration of the contract

Benefits:

• An opportunity to participate in a nationwide survey to bring about the first human rights situation report of the country

• Partake in a knowledgeable experience on the current human rights issues

• A reasonable allowance will be paid per work day

Duration of the Contract: 8 Days (tentative work period is from 08 January to 15 January 2012)

Deadline for Application: 18th January 2012 Interested individuals are welcome to email or fax their CVs with a cover letter stating their interest

Applications should be sent to:

Mohamed Aslam Project Coordinator (NHRD)

Maldivian Democracy Network

G.Uthurubin, 2nd Floor

Alikeligefaanu Magu

Male’, Maldives

Tel:  3343609

Fax: 3302598

E-mail: mohamed.aslam@mvdemocracynetwork.org

Internship Opportunity With
Maldivian Democracy Network

Why an internship with MDN is a good idea

-       Opportunity to work with the largest and one of the oldest Human Rights NGOs in the country

-       Great for your CV – In a competitive jobs market, employers are increasingly looking for people with hands on experience and internships are one of the best ways to set yourself apart

-       Chance to work on interesting projects related to current social and political issues

-       Volunteerism – giving back to the community

Position: Intern
No. of Positions Available: 3
Duration: 29^th August -  29^th September
Allowance: This is an unpaid internship

Educational Requirements: 3 A’ Level passes

Other Requirements:

-       Fluent in written and spoken English & Dhivehi

-       Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel

-       Ability to organize, multi-task and plan to meet deadlines

-       Be comfortable working independently as well as directly with others in a team

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 24^th August 2010

The Maldivian Democracy Network (MDN, formerly the Maldivian Detainee Network) is an independent non-partisan Human Rights NGO. MDN works to protect and promote human rights and democratic principles in the Maldives by monitoring the human rights situation in the country, lobbying relevant bodies and by working to improve awareness about human rights. Established in 2004 with an emphasis on the rights of those in judicial care, MDN has broadened its mandate and works on a wide range of Human Rights and governance related issues.

MDN is currently running 3 projects:

-       Network of Human Rights Defenders

-       Parliament Watch

-       Constitutional Awareness

Details of these projects can be found at: http://www.mvdemocracynetwork.org/category/current-projects/

There are 3 internship positions available. Interns will circulate among the 3 projects and will be required to support the Coordinator of the respective project.

Interested applicants should email MDN along with contact details to office@mvdemocracynetwork.org or give us a call on 334 3609 before the 24th of August.