Vacancy No.: 075
Job Title: Technical Advisor – Peace Building & Conflict Transformation
Minimum Qualification: University degree in political or social sciences with a focus on conflict transformation, peacebuilding, or political violence
Organization: GIZ Nigeria, PEACECORE Programme
Location: Jos
Salary: According to GIZ salary scale for Band 4
Closing Date: 26.07.2024
Background
GIZ: Solutions that Work
GIZ is a global service provider in international cooperation for sustainable development and international education, with over 50 years of experience in economic development, employment promotion, energy, environment, peace, and security. We collaborate with the German government, EU institutions, the UN, private sector, and other countries’ governments. We engage with businesses, civil society, and research institutions to integrate development policy with other policy areas. Our main commissioning party is the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). GIZ operates in approximately 120 countries with about 23,500 employees, nearly 70% of whom are national personnel (July 2020).
GIZ has been active in Nigeria since 1974, with a country office established in Abuja in 2004. Currently, our team in Nigeria includes 361 national employees, 66 international employees, 19 regional staff, 4 integrated specialists, and 3 development workers (June 2020).
The Project
Strengthening Capacities for Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution in North-Central Nigeria (PEACECORE)
The PEACECORE project, funded by BMZ, aims to strengthen conflict transformation conditions in Plateau State, Central Nigeria. The project addresses the escalation of conflicts and the resulting displacement and insecurity, which negatively impact agricultural and livestock farming and overall livelihoods. By promoting peaceful coexistence, inclusive peacebuilding, sustainable livelihoods, and food security, the project supports conflict transformation and prevention. The project is scheduled to run for 3 years (until 10/2026) and employs a participatory and inclusive approach.
Responsibilities and Tasks
A. Responsibilities
The Technical Advisor is responsible for:
- Implementing daily operational aspects related to the project
- Processing technical aspects and further developing the area of responsibility according to specified quality standards
- Maintaining effective communication and information flow between all involved institutions, counterparts, and GIZ
- Ensuring smooth operation of the project office
B. Tasks
- Coordination of Activities & Grants Management
- Coordinate and assist in preparing and conducting project activities
- Manage office and transport capacities
- Estimate and coordinate project activity costs with the admin team
- Assist with organizational issues
- Regularly consult with the GIZ officer responsible for the contract and cooperation on all project activities
- Identify needs of communities, government institutions, and NGOs
- Participate in formulating project action plans and synchronize planning and budgeting systems with counterparts
- Prepare, implement, and document training events, workshops, forums, team meetings, and other project activities
- Communication and Networking
- Develop and maintain contact with key stakeholders
- Provide technical assistance to local and international experts
- Ensure knowledge management by collecting, processing, and distributing relevant information
- Monitor communication and interaction between government institutions, NGOs, and society
- Other Duties/Additional Tasks
- Perform other duties and tasks as requested by management
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Qualifications:
- University degree in political or social sciences with a focus on conflict transformation, peacebuilding, or political violence
Professional Experience:
- At least 3 years of professional experience in a comparable position
Other Knowledge and Additional Competencies:
- Proficiency in ITC technologies and computer applications (e.g., MS Office)
- Strong managerial and organizational skills
- Willingness to travel regularly (including abroad)
- Excellent knowledge of English and basic understanding of Hausa; knowledge of Fulfulde is desirable
- Willingness to upskill as required by tasks
- Experience in logistics and event management is desirable
- Understanding of German development policy goals, particularly Feminist Development Policy
- Familiarity with contract and financing agreement administration is desirable
- Strong understanding of the cultural aspects of Farmer/Herder conflict in Nigeria and West Africa
- Excellent individual management skills, particularly in time management and workload management
- Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively in challenging settings
- Understanding of agile working methods
Submission Guideline
Please submit your CV and letter of motivation as one document with complete contact details via email to: [email protected] (include vacancy no. 075 in the email subject).
GIZ is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates, regardless of disability, age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion, are encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
