Conflict and differences are inevitable. Violence is not. We partner with people around the world to ignite shared solutions to destructive conflicts. We work at all levels of society to build sustainable peace through three main avenues: Dialogue+, Media+, and Community+.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 3 years
- Location: Bayelsa , Delta , Rivers
- Job Field: NGO/Non-Profit , Project Management
Roles and Responsibilities
- Support the EW Coordinator in managing the Early Warning System (EWS) and integrated hub in Bayelsa, Delta or Rivers state with guidance from the National Conflict and Policy Analyst
- Organize monthly meetings with Community Observers (COs) and quarterly meetings with Community Response Networks (CRNs) in Adamawa State.
- Ensure that the EW system receives expected incident reports from COs, CRNs, and other stakeholders, and such reports are documented on the system and analyzed in real-time, and disseminated to actors and communities for immediate response.
- Collate and develop weekly EWS reports/analyses and Monthly updates to be shared with donors and other stakeholders.
- Develop a bimonthly EWS bulletin to share in printed and electronic copies to local actors, government, and stakeholders including NGOs.
- Participate and share analysis of EWS reports with CSADs and PAD members.
- Document key success stories from the EWS reports, incidences, and/or responses of actors and stakeholders linked to the reports received from the system.
- Support programmatic and logistical support and assistance to the EW Coordinator
- Contribute to the preparation of funder reports
- Participate in research in support of project implementation and development
- Work with program staff in the development and continuous improvement of systems
- Provide necessary support to implementing partners and government under the supervision of the program managers
- Provide weekly and monthly progress reports to supervisor and other country teams
Core Competencies
- Demonstrate integrity and promote Search values and ethical standards;
- Promote the vision, mission, and strategic objectives of Search;
- Demonstrate capacity to adapt to a multicultural context, tolerance, and respect for issues related to gender, religion, race, and nationality;
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office and MS Excel is required
Education
- A degree in conflict resolution, peace studies, peacebuilding, conflict management, or a relevant field;
Required Experience
- At least three (3) years of experience in early warning and conflict management or related fields
- Have supported the implementation of similar Early Warning and Early Response initiatives in Nigeria and the Niger Delta Region
- Relevant experience working in the non-profit and NGO sector or institutions providing conflict early warning and early response services.
- Some level of experience with using conflict analysis tools;
- Some level of experience in working with government officials, NGOs, and communities;
- Understanding of the social, political, and economic context of the Niger Delta region and how it impacts conflict drivers and conflict in Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers states and targeted communities;
Other Relevant Requirements
- Good knowledge of the local languages will be an asset.
- Knowledge of civil society organizations, government agencies, private sector companies, and international development agencies, with experience working in partnership within some of these sectors;
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and strong interpersonal skills;
- Commitment to Search’s aims and a clear understanding of the links between policy, lobbying, campaigning, and how policy change can be achieved through effective advocacy;
- Ability to identify issues and to use sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems;
- Good knowledge of the political, economic, and social dimensions of the Niger Delta region
- Ability to work under extreme pressure in a highly stressful environment;
- Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the EW/ER field;
- Basics financial management skills;
- Knowledge of other languages spoken in the states will be an advantage;
- Strong command of the English language, with excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal communication skills;
- A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace; and
- Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight timeframes, handle multiple tasks, and be flexible with changing priorities.
