Potential candidates shall:

  • fill out the online application form (compulsory);

  • be from 18 to 35 years of age (compulsory);

  • exhibit strong civic engagement, be active and up bit (compulsory);

  • be members or activists of NGO’s and/or civic initiatives (preferred);

  • provide a reference from a respected NGO, initiative or civic project (compulsory);

  • speak and understand English (preferred);

  • Be able to participate in the training and observation full-time (from 6 - 19 January 2010) (compulsory).

Previous experience in election observation both domestic and international is welcome but not necessary.

Application deadline: 8 November 2009. Applications sent after 24:00, 8 November will not be considered.

Online application form is available at http://eotp.info/application-form

All candidates will be informed of the results by 15 November 2009.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview (telephone or skype).

Selection criteria:

  • Quality of motivation letter and results of interviews for selected applicants;

  • High level of civic engagement;

  • Recommendation by a recognized and respected NGO/HR defender/civic activist/politician

  • Proficiency in English language.