Organization: Creative Associates International
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 28 Feb 2017
Position Summary:
Creative Associates seeks a Peacebuilding and Conflict Specialist for an upcoming USAID-funded program in Guatemala. The overall goal of the Communities Building Peace Together (CBPT) Project is to diagnose and address social conflict in the Western Highlands, specifically focusing on and empowering youth and families, while building peace at the community and municipal levels.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Expert-level contributions in peacebuilding, negotiation and conflict resolution;
- Contributes to the design and implementation of peacebuilding programming;
- Advises Chief and Deputy Chief of Party;
- Provides technical leadership to project and staff;
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Represents project as subject matter expert in liaising with the donor, partners, key stakeholders, communities, and Government of Guatemala officials;
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Develop and implement work plans for various component activities;
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Oversee implementation of assigned activities and ensure that program results are met; and
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Ensure the development and submission of assigned program deliverables, and provide timely and accurate reporting and briefings on assigned program areas.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience in peacebuilding, conflict resolution or other relevant field;
- At least 10 years of relevant experience in International development;
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Master’s degree in peace studies and conflict resolution, international development, law, or related field;
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Previous experience working in Central or South America;
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Experience with project design, management, implementation and monitoring and evaluation;
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and
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Speaking and writing fluency in English and Spanish
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with the indigenous populations of Guatemala;
- Experience of working with International organizations;
- Experience of working with Law Enforcement Agencies;
- Experience working with USG-funded programs; and
- Experience developing and implementing community-based programs.
Local and regional candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
This position is contingent upon donor funding.
Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
How to apply:
To apply, click on the following link: https://rew21.ultipro.com/CRE1010/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*55FBCCD7DE66D1CD
