The Programme Officer will provide support to the implementation of the project on the field. S/he will be part of a team advocating for and providing support on stakeholder engagement, peacebuilding and reconciliation projects. Reporting to the State Programme Officer, his/her main responsibility is to carry out the project activities planned by the Programme Manager.
Education/Qualification
- A Bachelors’ Degree in Sociology, Community/Rural Development, Political Science, Humanities or related fields.
- At least 2 years of working experience in peacebuilding.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Work with the State Programme Coordinator in implementing a community development strategy that has clear guidelines, maintains confidentiality, a mechanism for follow up work and clearly fits in with the aims, objectives and actions for implementation within a set time frame.
- Support the Programme Manager and State Programme Coordinator in developing relations with key individuals and groups in the target areas.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and host communities.
- Support the Programme Manager and Coordinator in representing the project in meetings at the community level.
- Liaise effectively with the host communities and project staff with regards to community relations and conflict resolution and management.
- Undertake any other work assigned by the Programme Manager/Coordinator.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills; ability to manage and prioritise tasks
- Knowledge of office systems, including experience with computer applications is (MS. Word, Power-Point and Excel) required
- Experience in working with rural communities and community groups
- Excellent verbal and writing skills
- Strong facilitation skills
Added Advantage
- Practical experience working with victims/ survivors of insurgency and/or working in a non-governmental organisations