Summary
VSO is the world’s leading international development charity that works through volunteers to create a fair world for everyone. At VSO we pride ourselves on doing development differently. We fight poverty not by sending aid, but by working through volunteers and partners to create long-lasting change in some of the world’s poorest regions. We bring key stakeholders together to co-ordinate collective action, from local organisations to national governments. Our programmes in Africa and Asia focus on health, education and livelihoods, with an increasing emphasis on resilience, peace building, social accountability, gender and social inclusion. We’re not about delivering quick fixes, but instead we focus on long-lasting, sustainable change that will improve the lives of generations to come
Description
Working at project location – In this role, you will provide on-site support in the project location and/or VSO office, (full-time unless otherwise specified) for a set period of time.
As the National Peace Building and DRR Advisor you will provide technical expertise, capacity building and accompaniment on conflict sensitivity, peacebuilding, social cohesion, disaster risk management and inclusion in the IPDHE project (Integrating Peacebuilding, Development, and Humanitarian Efforts) in Moyale, Kenya.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Peace Studies/Disaster Management or International Relations
More Details on Experience
- At least one year relevant experience
- Knowledge and understanding of peacebuilding, social inclusion, social accountability, disaster risk management and/or resilience and conflict sensitive approaches and dynamics along the Kenya-Ethiopia border.
More Details on Skills
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
• Ability to be open minded and respectful
• Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
• Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
• Ability to seek and share knowledge
Terms And Conditions
Equal Opportunities
VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
If you’re interested in applying for this role, please click the link https://bit.ly/nationalpeacebuildinganddrradvisor
All applications to be submitted before 14th December 2022.