Mercy Corps Conflict and Governance Specialist jobs in Nigeria
Mercy Corps Conflict and Governance Specialist jobs in Nigeria
General Position SummaryThis role will support and monitor the expansion of the EU-funded project titled Contributing to the mitigation of conflict over natural resources between farmer and herder communities in Taraba and Adamawa states, Nigeria. (COMITAS-Phase 2).
The project will be implemented through a Consortium led by IOM in partnership with Mercy Corps and Search for Common Ground.
While clashes are often understood in ethno-religious terms due to the spread of unreliable information, competing claims to land, water and other natural resources are at the root of growing tensions between farmer and herder communities in Nigeria. The project aims to contribute to the mitigation of conflict over natural resources with Mercy Corps capitalizing on its trusted relationships with local stakeholders across Nigeria’s Middle Belt to continue to empower communities to prevent and respond to violence by strengthening collaboration on natural resources management.
Under the pilot phase, from December 2020 to December 2022, the consortium partners recorded several key achievements and valuable lessons learnt during implementation. The pilot was implemented in Bille, Borrong, Kpasham, Demsa wards of Demsa LGA; Gereng and Tambo wards of Girei LGA; Gyawana ward of Lamurde LGA; Kodompti ward of Numan LGA; Gengle and Ndikong ward of Mayo Belwa LGA.
To consolidate its goal COMITAS phase II will continue to focus on its four pillars which capitalizes on each of the consortium partners’ expertise and strengths:
Strengthen traditional conflict resolution in the targeted locations in Taraba state;
Improve trust in authorities’ commitment to providing security and adequate resource management;
Enhanced collaboration in managing the use of natural resources;
Improve intra and inter-communal perceptions
The Conflict and Governance Specialist (CGS) will provide technical, operational, and strategic vision to the implementation of the conflict prevention and mitigation component by working with the project staff and national partners to ensure that the program meets performance-based targets on-time and within budget, as per Mercy Corps and donor requirements.
S/he will work to address the root causes of conflict between farmers and herders’ communities by supporting conflict prevention and mitigation measures in synergy with the Natural Resources Management (NRM) Advisor.
H/she will coordinate conflict management and governance programming through the building of community trust in the areas of intervention.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Encourage systematic opportunities to use data for learning and improvement, and to focus on learning lessons throughout the life of the program.
Provide technical leadership and guidance in the implementation and management of innovative conflict mitigation and governance initiatives aligned to the Program logical framework and project impact goal.
Provide sector oversight and guidance in the implementation of conflict mitigation and governance activities aligned with the project log frame and budget.
Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed.
Provide technical and sector inputs to/ during planning, organizing and coordination of project monitoring processes, assessments, surveys, researches and evaluations.
Support the PM in ensuring that the overall goal and specific objectives align to the conflict mitigation, resolution and prevention components of the project.
Develop a detailed activity plan identify and implement immediate conflict prevention or mitigation measures and submit to the PM for review and re-alignment with the main work plan within the first month of employment
Compile and submit in time for review; evidence-based weekly, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual technical reports and activity plans
Develop and submit weekly and monthly activity plans in time for review and prior to implementation.
Ensure integration and coordination with other components within the project for the attainment of holistic project impact.
Knowledge and Experience
Minimum BA/S in relevant field or other similar fields; MA/MS/MBA or equivalent preferred in, International Relations, Research, Development Studies or another relevant field.
Minimum of 4 years of working experience in a similar context.
Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues in a highly insecure environment.
Experience working and supporting research studies and assessments in Taraba and Adamawa state strongly preferred
Experience in supporting institutional capacity building.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
Excellent writing, editing and
analytical skills and ability to formulate well-targeted documents
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and often demanding environment
Experience in an NGO (local or international) or research institution.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to develop good relationships with a wide range of actors required.
Fluency in English; fluency in Hausa is a plus.
Success Factors
S/he will be capable of multi-tasking, rapid decision-making, have initiative, drive and a lot of energy, as well as high emotional intelligence, constructive communication skills and proven experience with capacity building.
S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level.
Successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and challenging environments, and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.
Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions
This position is based in Yola, Adamawa State and it requires frequent travel to other project field locations in Adamawa and Taraba States, as well as Abuja.
Considering the frequent travel from/to different field locations, this position will require flexibility in terms of accommodation and logistics.
Housing in the field will be in hotels or guesthouses where available. Security in the field locations requires additional vigilance and accessibility will be reassessed continuously.
Access to good medical services in the field is limited. Phone communication, internet, electricity and water is available but might be erratic. The location is not eligible for hardship and R&R benefits.
Given the nature of the response, working hours require flexibility and working through weekends/evenings might be necessary.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges.
We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.
We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.
Safeguarding & Ethics:
Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity.
We are committed to the core principles regarding the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary-General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members.
As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and adhere to the Mercy Corps Code of
Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct e-learning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Mercy Corps Conflict and Governance Specialist jobs in Nigeria
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