Vacancies: Communications and Learning Manager, Field Officer, Driver
The Organisation
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.
Summary of SFCG Nigeria
Since 2004, SFCG has worked through its multi-media division, Common Ground Productions, in Nigeria, from 2004 to 2008 producing and broadcasting a TV series called the Academy and the Station 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, Plateau and Niger States.
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.
Position: Communications and Learning manager
Position: Field Officer
Position: Driver
How to Apply:
Visit www.sfcg.org or www.tomorrowisanewday.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.
