vacancy no. 076
The Project
Strengthening Capacities for Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution in North-Central Nigeria (PEACECORE)
The TDA project, financed by the BMZ, aims to enhance conditions for conflict transformation in Plateau State, Central Nigeria. Recent conflicts have led to displacement and insecurity, negatively affecting agriculture, livestock farming, and overall livelihoods. This project promotes peaceful coexistence, inclusive peacebuilding, sustainable livelihoods, and food security through a participatory and inclusive approach. The project is set to run until October 2026.
Responsibilities
The Junior Technical Advisor is responsible for:

Supporting the daily operational aspects of all project-related issues
Assisting with technical aspects of the project
Supporting the Technical Advisors in their tasks

Tasks
Coordination of Activities & Grants Management

Assist in preparing and conducting project activities
Learn to estimate costs for project activities and coordinate with the admin team
Assist with organizational issues and support Technical Advisors with contract, grant, and subsidy oversight
Help identify the needs of communities, government institutions, and NGOs
Participate in formulating project action plans and synchronize planning and budgeting
Prepare, implement, and document training events, workshops, forums, team meetings, and other project activities
Support Technical Advisors with activity monitoring and achieving indicators

Communication and Networking

Develop and maintain contact with all important stakeholders
Provide technical assistance to local and international experts
Ensure knowledge management, collect, process, and distribute relevant information
Monitor communication and interaction between government institutions, NGOs, and society through media analysis, direct dialogue, participation in meetings, and seminars

Other Duties/Additional Tasks

Perform other duties and tasks as requested by management

Required Qualifications, Competences, and Experience
Qualifications:

University degree in political or social sciences, with a focus on conflict transformation, peacebuilding, political violence, or security studies

Professional Experience:

Maximum of 3 years of professional experience in a comparable position

Other Knowledge, Additional Competences:

Good working knowledge of ITC technologies and computer applications (e.g., MS Office)
Strong managerial and organizational competence
Willingness to travel regularly
Excellent knowledge of English and basic understanding of Hausa (Fulfulde understanding is desirable)
Willingness to upskill as required, with corresponding measures agreed with management
Experience in logistics and event management is desirable
Understanding of German development policy goals with a focus on Feminist Development Policy
Familiarity with administration of contracts and financing agreements/grants is desirable
Strong understanding of cultural aspects of Farmer/Herder conflict in Nigeria and West Africa
Excellent individual management skills, including time management, workload, and responsibilities
Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively in challenging settings
Understanding of agile working methods


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