FHI 360 Jobs Vacancies in Uganda- Reconciliation Specialist

Conflict Prevention & Reconciliation Specialist
Location: Uganda
Req ID: 2300
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Description
Conflict Prevention and Reconciliation Specialist – SAFE Project, Uganda

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.


FHI 360’s Center for Civil Society and Governance (CCSG) supports citizens to mobilize effectively to influence policy, improve lives, and build peace. CCSG works with civil society to increase its credibility, visibility and effectiveness by building its capacity to:

* Advocate for social justice, economic reforms, fiscal transparency, gender equity and the prevention of human rights abuses such as human trafficking and violence against women;
* Promote peaceful solutions to conflict, support peace negotiations, produce radio and television programs to promote social dialogue and tolerance;
* Solve community problems, engage youth in civic affairs and provide needed services to citizens;
* Develop diversified revenue streams and cooperate with business and media sectors; and
* Increase local governments' responsiveness to citizens.


Position Description:

FHI 360’s Center for Civil Society and Governance is currently seeking a Conflict Prevention and Reconciliation Specialist for the anticipated USAID-funded Supporting Access to Justice, Fostering Equity and Peace (SAFE) project that will support peacebuilding and conflict mitigation in Uganda.

The Conflict and Reconciliation Specialist will have the overall responsibility to design and implement activities related to conflict prevention, resolution and mediation between community groups and sustainable peacebuilding. The Conflict Prevention and Reconciliation Specialist will be responsible for establishing and overseeing an early warning conflict monitoring and reporting system, providing continuous analysis of conflict drivers and resiliencies and proposing appropriate conflict transformation interventions, She/He will work closely with program grantees providing direct technical assistance, oversight and guidance to local partners.


Minimum Requirements:


* Master’s degree or higher in Conflict Analysis, Peacebuilding, Reconciliation, or a related field;
* At least 6 years of experience in conflict prevention, mediation and dispute resolution, peacebuilding and/or reconciliation with a particular focus on building the capacity of indigenous groups in conflict prevention and reconciliation;
* At least 6 years of technical expertise in conflict early warning, conflict mitigation and reconciliation working with multiple stakeholders, including civil society organizations, local government officials and transitional institutions in a developing country;
* Five years of experience working on international development projects in Africa, Uganda preferred;
* Experience working on USAID projects and/or knowledge of the USAID rules and regulations preferred;
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; knowledge of local languages spoken in the Northern, Western, and/or Central regions a plus;
* Ugandan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.


How to Apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FHI&cws=1&rid=2300


Closing Date: 16th December 2011