Vacancy No. 076
Job Title: Junior Technical Advisor – Peace Building & Conflict Transformation
Minimum Qualification:
- University degree in political or social sciences, focusing on conflict transformation, peacebuilding, political violence, or security studies.
Organization: GIZ Nigeria, PEACECORE Programme
Location: Jos
Salary: According to GIZ salary scale for Band 3
Closing Date: 26.07.2024
Background
GIZ Solutions that Work
As a leading service provider in international cooperation for sustainable development and international education, GIZ is committed to shaping a better future worldwide. With over 50 years of experience, GIZ operates in various sectors, including economic development, employment promotion, energy, environment, peace, and security. Our expertise is sought by the German government, EU institutions, the UN, the private sector, and governments worldwide. We collaborate with businesses, civil society, and research institutions to foster effective development policy interactions. Our primary commissioning party is the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). GIZ’s headquarters are in Bonn and Eschborn, with approximately 23,500 employees, 70% of whom are national personnel, working in around 120 countries as of July 2020.
GIZ has been active in Nigeria since 1974, with a country office established in Abuja in 2004. As of June 2020, the team comprises 361 national and 66 international employees, 19 regional staff, 4 integrated specialists, and 3 development workers.
The Project
Strengthening Capacities for Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution in North-Central Nigeria (PEACECORE)
The TDA project, financed by the BMZ, aims to enhance conditions for conflict transformation in Plateau State, Central Nigeria. Recent conflicts have led to displacement and insecurity, negatively affecting agriculture, livestock farming, and overall livelihoods. This project promotes peaceful coexistence, inclusive peacebuilding, sustainable livelihoods, and food security through a participatory and inclusive approach. The project is set to run until October 2026.
Responsibilities and Tasks
A. Responsibilities
The Junior Technical Advisor is responsible for:
- Supporting the daily operational aspects of all project-related issues
- Assisting with technical aspects of the project
- Supporting the Technical Advisors in their tasks
B. Tasks
- Coordination of Activities & Grants Management
- Assist in preparing and conducting project activities
- Learn to estimate costs for project activities and coordinate with the admin team
- Assist with organizational issues and support Technical Advisors with contract, grant, and subsidy oversight
- Help identify the needs of communities, government institutions, and NGOs
- Participate in formulating project action plans and synchronize planning and budgeting
- Prepare, implement, and document training events, workshops, forums, team meetings, and other project activities
- Support Technical Advisors with activity monitoring and achieving indicators
- Communication and Networking
- Develop and maintain contact with all important stakeholders
- Provide technical assistance to local and international experts
- Ensure knowledge management, collect, process, and distribute relevant information
- Monitor communication and interaction between government institutions, NGOs, and society through media analysis, direct dialogue, participation in meetings, and seminars
- Other Duties/Additional Tasks
- Perform other duties and tasks as requested by management
Required Qualifications, Competences, and Experience
Qualifications:
- University degree in political or social sciences, with a focus on conflict transformation, peacebuilding, political violence, or security studies
Professional Experience:
- Maximum of 3 years of professional experience in a comparable position
Other Knowledge, Additional Competences:
- Good working knowledge of ITC technologies and computer applications (e.g., MS Office)
- Strong managerial and organizational competence
- Willingness to travel regularly
- Excellent knowledge of English and basic understanding of Hausa (Fulfulde understanding is desirable)
- Willingness to upskill as required, with corresponding measures agreed with management
- Experience in logistics and event management is desirable
- Understanding of German development policy goals with a focus on Feminist Development Policy
- Familiarity with administration of contracts and financing agreements/grants is desirable
- Strong understanding of cultural aspects of Farmer/Herder conflict in Nigeria and West Africa
- Excellent individual management skills, including time management, workload, and responsibilities
- Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively in challenging settings
- Understanding of agile working methods
Submission Guideline
Please submit your CV and a letter of motivation as one document with complete contact details via email to: [email protected]. Include vacancy no. 076 in the email subject.
GIZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates, regardless of disability, age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion, are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
