Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative Jobs in South Sudan

Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative Conflict Resolution Expert Vacancies in South Sudan

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Position title : Peace building and Conflict Resolution Expert (Re- Advertisement)
Organization : Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative Contract type : Consulting agreement Duration : 1 year with 3 months probationary period with extension based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds Duty station

Main Responsibilities:

Under the overall authority and direct supervision of the Founder and CEO of the Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative and in close collaboration with the Program Manager of the Foundation in South Sudan, the incumbent will lead the peace-building and conflict resolution trainings of the Foundation in South Sudan and work as a country mediator for the program, and provide operational advice and decision-making support at the organization’s field office in Juba.

The Peace building and Conflict-resolution expert will be required to work out of the Foundation's office in Juba, South Sudan or such other location as the Foundation may request from time to time. In order to effectively perform his/her duties, the Peace building and Conflict-resolution Expert may be required to travel domestically and internationally for business purposes from time to time.

Main Responsibilities:

Under the overall authority and direct supervision of the Founder and CEO of the Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative and in close collaboration with the Program Manager of the Foundation in South Sudan, the incumbent will lead the peace-building and conflict resolution trainings of the Foundation in South Sudan and work as a country mediator for the program, and provide operational advice and decision-making

support at the organization’s field office in Juba.

The Peace building and Conflict-resolution expert will be required to work out of the Foundation's office in Juba, South Sudan or such other location as the Foundation may request from time to time. In order to effectively perform his/her duties, the Peace building and Conflict-resolution Expert may be required to travel domestically and internationally for business purposes from time to time.
Education: Advanced university degree in peace studies, economics, finance, business, development, international affairs, political science or related areas covered by the work of the organization
Language: Excellent written and spoken English and Juba arabic.
Experience: At least 2 to 3 years of progressively responsible relevant experience with preferably professional and field-based experience in Peace building, education, project implementation and youth empowerment or a related field in South Sudan; keen interest in working with youth leaders; proven ability to work efficiently, under pressure, and in multicultural environment.

Recognized experience in leadership and proven ability in driving economic managing programs and activities, relations with high-ranking officials, with adequate knowledge and attention to political sensitivity. Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation Planning
Competencies: Proven research and analytical skills; good computer skills in all aspects of MS Office and including web content management and data base software; ability to work independently on delegated tasks; excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills for effective reporting on programmatic and financial activities

How to Apply:

For more information and job application details, see; Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative Conflict Resolution Expert Vacancies in South Sudan

Closing date: 03 Jun 2017