Jobs at Search for Common Ground (SFCG),

Deadline 2013-07-31


Search for Common Ground (SFCG) is an international non-profit organisation that promotes peaceful resolution of conflict. With headquarters in Washington, DC and a European office in Brussels, Belgium, SFCG’s mission is to transform how individuals, organisations, and
governments deal with conflict -away from adversarial approaches and toward cooperative solutions.

SFCG seeks to help conflicting parties understand their differences and act on their commonalities. With a total of approximately 600 staff worldwide, SFCG implements projects from 50 offices in 30 countries, including in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States.

The organisation is an exciting and rewarding place to work, with a dedicated and enthusiastic staff that is committed to its mission and values. You will be joining a highly motivated staff with a good team spirit and there will be opportunities to grow in the role.

The following positions are available with SFCG- Nigeria for an 18-month project which focuses on Support in Promoting A Locally Owned Peace Architecture in Plateau State. Please note all positions except the Grants, Contracts and Compliance Manger will be based in Jos, Nigeria. The latter will be based in Abuja.

How to Apply:
Visit http://employment.sfcg.org /  for job Description details and application procedures. All applications are due on or before Wednesday, 31st July 2013. Applications should be sent to nigeria@sfcg.org   and only shortlisted candidates will be invited.

Communications and Learning Manager – Nigeria


Category              Jobs

Location               Jos, Nigeria

Summary          
Summary of SFCG Nigeria

Since 2003, SFCG has worked through its multi-media division, Common Ground Productions, in Nigeria, from 2004 to 2008 producing and broadcasting a TV series targeting a youth audience. In 2010, SFCG began building its engagement in Nigeria, initiating a multi-year conflict transformation program, utilising media and support to civil society in order to expand and deepen the impact of the Common Ground approach in Nigeria. SFCG has established a permanent presence in Abuja as an operational base for a number of initiatives comprising the country program.  SFCG works to support peaceful resolution of conflict in the areas of Nigeria such as the Niger Delta and Jos.

SFCG-Nigeria recently began an 18-month project which focuses on Support in Promoting Building a Peace Architecture in Jos.

Summary of Position

The Communications and Learning Manager will manage the media component of Jos office activities, working closely with SFCG in Nigeria’s partners to produce radio programmes.



Responsibilities
Duties for the Communications and Learning Manager include but are not limited to:

Coordinate all day-to-day media activities of SFCG’s programme in Jos;
Work with partners to support the design, launch and on-going broadcasting of radio drama programmes;
Be the first line of contact when problems arise for repair and troubleshooting;
Coordinate and facilitate, programmatic and journalism trainings;
Meet regularly with SFCG Nigeria staff to review progress of projects against project objectives, indicators and deliverables, and give meaningful input and recommendations into the project management and institutional learning;
Ensure media projects are on track and to troubleshoot as needed;
Participate in and contribute towards internal evaluation processes; and
Be directly engaged in the continuing development of the organisation, its mission, and its staff, through the sharing of experience and knowledge.
As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.



Minimum Qualifications              
The Position Holder will possess:

A minimum of five (5) years of work experience in design and implementation of media programmes;
At least two (2) years of technical experience in creating and hosting radio programmes;
The demonstrated technical capacity to provide support and guidance to project staff on design and
implementation of media programmes;
The demonstrated ability to successfully facilitate using participatory methods;
High standards of integrity, professionalism, and impartiality;
The ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment;
A proven track record of being proactive;
The ability to multi-task and work to meet tight deadlines;
Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, e-studio as well as web browsers; and
Fluency in English, both verbally and in writing.


Location: Plateau
Experience: 5 year(s)
Course of Study: Not Specified
Required Grade:  Not Specified