CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROGRAMME MANAGER
To manage peacemaking and peacebuilding activities in various countries and undertake mediation, facilitation and/or conflict resolution training. Applications close 3 May 2002.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROGRAMME MANAGER
to manage peacemaking and peacebuilding activities in various countries and undertake mediation, facilitation and/or conflict resolution training.
The ideal candidate must have the following:
· At least 10 - 15 years work experience, coupled with a high level of competency as a trainer in conflict resolution theory and practice, and/or as a third-party mediator / facilitator of non-partisan peace processes;
· proven ability to design, implement and manage programmes to build local capacity for peace, justice and reconciliation, and to monitor and evaluate these programmes;
· deep knowledge and understanding of African politics;
· experience, confidence and credibility to liaise and interact with cabinet ministers, international agencies and civil society;
· an ability to communicate fluently in English, with proven experience in writing proposals and reports;
· a strong personal capacity to behave empathetically; and
· willing and able to travel frequently.
Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
· a relevant human sciences academic qualification, preferably at Masters level;
· experience in the government or international sectors, particularly in the SADC region;
· Fluency in French, Portuguese or other major languages used in the SADC region;
· A strong, established network with individuals and organisations in related areas;
· a creative, flexible, democratic and systematic approach to work; and
· experience in project management, particularly planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
In terms of CCR's employment equity plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from the groups designated in the Employment Equity Act.