Job of Programme Coordinator

الوظيفة

Programme Coordinator
الجهة
Concordis International


About Concordis International
Concordis International is a Non-Governmental Organisation, which works to support
peace processes and the reduction of violent conflict. Concordis organises informal
Dialogue, bringing together leaders of the institutions and populations involved in or
affected by a conflict, seeking to facilitate peaceful relations between them and to ,
build consensus on long-term solutions to the underlying causes of violence. This
work is designed to inform and support official peace negotiations as well as directly
supporting conflict resolution on the ground between communities.
Our current focus is on cross-border relations between Sudan and South Sudan. We
are working to support the high-level negotiations on post-referendum arrangements
as well as working on the ground in the border areas to support peace building between populations.
Concordis is a non-partisan organisation; we do not promote the interests of any one state, political party, tribe, religious or other social group. Anyone working with
Concordis must be able to understand and uphold the principle of impartiality.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Programme Coordinator
Location: Initially based in Khartoum with frequent travel required to other
states. Potential relocation to a field office, depending on where Concordis is
able to expand its operations.
Salary range: Between SDG 3,500—4,000 per month
Duration: Fixed-term contract up until April 2013, subject to a probation
period of three months
Reporting to: Programme Manager, based in Khartoum

Overview:
The Programme Coordinator will assist in the implementation and expansion of Concordis activities. He or she will maintain relations with authorities, communities and other organisations in target areas and contribute to the design, implementation and coordination of Concordis’ activities. He or she will be responsible for regular analysis and reporting to offices in Khartoum.

Key areas of responsibility:
- Maintain and extend Concordis’ relations and network of contacts.
- Conduct regular consultations with state officials, traditional leaders, community groups and relevant NGOs and UN Agencies for the purposes of information sharing and coordination of activities.
- Form and regularly update an analysis of the development, peace and conflict situation in target areas, especially with regards to cross-border relations and accordingly produce assessments identifying priorities for interventions
- Draft proposals for peace building interventions responding to the highest priority Conflict issues identified in coordination with other Coordinators and the Programme Manager in Khartoum
- Implement peace building initiatives in coordination with colleagues and partner organisations, subject to the approval of the Programme Manager and Country Director
- Represent Concordis officially and promote good public relations with communities, partner organisations, authorities and associated networks.
- Prepare and submit regular briefings from the field to Programme Manager in Khartoum.
- Monitor the impact of Concordjs’ work In the field
- Assistance ¡ri the development of concept papers and drafting of grant proposals for new Concord is projects in Sudan.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Programme Manager in Khartoum

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential requirements.
- Sudanese national.
- Knowledge of conflict resolution and experience of designing and implementing conflict sensitive and peace building activities in Sudan.
- Knowledge of the local populations in the border areas and the conflict challenges facing them especially in West Sudan (e.g. in South Darfur, South Kordofan).
- Ability to work with impartiality and to demonstrate this impartiality.
- Ability to work in coordination with government officials, community groups, other NGOs and International Organisations.
- Ability and willingness to travel to remote counties and localities in the border areas.
- A University qualification - Bachelors or the equivalent in the social sciences, international relations development studies, conflict and peace building, or sufficient relevant Field Experience to demonstrate awareness of the relevant issues and relevant literacy and analytical ability.
- Fluency in English and Arabic language (speaking, listening, reading and writing) and practical knowledge of dialects spoken in the state.
- Good computer skills, especially email, internet, word processing and Spreadsheets.
- Experience facilitating group discussions and organising events.
-Ability to organize, in collaboration with partners, workshops, meetings and Conferences.
- Ability to compile information and produce reports
- Ability to work with budgets, follow financial regulations and provide financial Reports.
- Commitment to transparency, accountability and integrity in work.
- Ability to work in a multicultural, mixed gender and multiethnic teams and commitment to diversity.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and proactively seek solutions to challenges encountered in Work.
A successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they would be capable of carrying out the job and that they meet the criteria as defined in the person specification.
Applications should be submitted to HAC Labour Office in Khartoum Please include the following:
1) A cover letter addressed to Mr Lucian Harriman, Concordis Country Director explaining why you are interested in the position and why you think you are a suitable candidate.
2) Your c.v. resume.
3) Copies of relevant professional and academic certificates and testimonials The deadline for applications is 5 - Jan – 2012.
(Applications sent any later than this date will not be considered) Women and men are equally encouraged to apply

تأريخ الإغلاق
5-Jan-2012