Youth / Community Leaders Training / Peer Exchange Activities Support Consultant at Search for Common Ground (SFCG) - 3 Openings

Search for Common Ground (Search) is an international non-profit organization that promotes the peaceful transformation of conflict. With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, Search’s mission is to transform how individuals, organisations, and governments deal with conflict—moving away from destructive approaches and towards cooperative solutions. With more than 700 staff worldwide, Search implements projects in more than 30 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa, and North America.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Youth / Community Leaders Training / Peer Exchange Activities Support Consultant

Locations: Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta (1 in each state)
Job type: Contract
Category: Programs – Africa - West / Consultant - Local

Position Summary

• The Youth/Community Leaders Capacity Support (Consultant) is responsible for providing support to the project implementation of training engaging with Peace Architecture Structures and various community stakeholders.
• S/he will work under the direct supervision of the Capacity Building Coordinator and the Youth/Community Leaders Capacity lead consultant in close coordination with the Project team within the Niger Delta project. The position is based in Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta States.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the lead consultant to deliver 9 (3 sets per state) refresher training for community leaders on inclusive leadership and conflict transformation in Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta states.
• Support the lead consultant to deliver 9 (3 sets per state) refresher training for youth leaders on conflict transformation and non-adversarial engagement in Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta states.
• Support the lead consultant to deliver 9 (3 sets per state) refresher peer exchange workshops for youths in Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta states.
• Provide support on pre and post-test and post-evaluation data collection from the trainings.
• Ensure prompt submission of the Data collected during the Training to the lead consultant for review.
• Take detailed notes from all training activities for report writing and share them with the lead consultant for review.
• Ensure training checklists are delivered ( photocopies, training materials, attendance and payment sheets, flip charts, makers, notepads, etc.).
• Provide general assistance during the training to support all the needs of the training lead consultant for the successful functioning of the training.
• Take photographs to document participation in the training.
• Follow up with documentation and the processing of payments for participants with the finance team.
• Support and confirm the mobilization of participants for training and peer exchange workshops.
• Demonstrate regular and consistent communication frequency with the supervisor, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Educational Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related area is required, while a Master's in Conflict Resolution, International Relations, Project Management or a related field would be an added benefit.

Required Experience:

• At least two (2) years of experience in Programme Management and leading community engagements.
• Have led the implementation of similar livelihood projects in Niger Delta Nigeria.
• In-depth knowledge of the Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta States in Niger Delta Nigeria.
• Relevant experience working in the non-profit and NGO sectors.
• Substantial experience working with government officials, NGOs and communities;

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrate integrity and promote Search values and ethical standards;
• Promote the vision, mission, and strategic objectives of Search;
• Demonstrate capacity to adapt to a multicultural context, tolerance, and respect for issues related to gender, religion, race, and nationality;
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office is required
• Proficiency in data analytics and the use of EWER tracking tools
• Demonstrate capacity in developing concept notes and Terms of Reference for hiring consultants on Early Warning and Early Response.

Other Relevant Requirements:

• Good knowledge of the local languages will be an asset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to identify issues and to use sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems;
• Knowledge of other languages spoken in the states will be an advantage;
• Strong command of English language, with excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal communication skills;
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace; and
• Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight timeframes, handle multiple tasks, and be flexible with changing priorities.

Duration:

• The job role will be for 2 months (January 2025- February 2025) but subject to renewal based on performance.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Information and Notice

• Candidates should send the following to the Career Portal:
  • Current resume
  • Cover Letter (which includes expectations of compensation and projected start date)
• Please note that the system only has the functionality to upload two documents per application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
• This position is only open to Nigerian nationals.