The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) invites applications from suitably qualified and highly motivated persons to fill the following position:- Senior Programme Officer

Job Purpose

To provide   technical and administrative support to the functions of the Women, Peace and Security institute (WPSI) to ensure successful programme implementation.
 
Main Responsibilities

•   Provide technical expertise for the operationalisation of the programme plan to guide the implementation of the Institute’s programmes.
•   Review and supervise work assigned to staff; submit budget estimates; assess risks and its management; coordinate the various components which contribute to the Institute as a whole as well as facilitating the implementation of the Institute’s activities.
•   Provide expertise in monitoring the gender component of the KAIPTC monitoring and evaluation framework.
•   Assist in the identification of resource mobilization opportunities and implement resource mobilization drive to support the activities of WPSI.
•   Assist in the development and dissemination of key public information materials of the programme.
•   Assist in the identification and  maintenance of partnerships with different constituencies in the course of programme implementation
•   Support the identification of strategic entry points for building synergies between the programme activities and other ongoing and related KAIPTC projects/programmes
•   Coordinate the review, printing and dissemination of the results of baseline surveys, reports and related documentation on existing capacities of African women to contribute to peace processes
•   Provide periodic reports for the preparation of the Institute’s lessons learned, progress and evaluation reports of the outcomes of programme activities.
•   Provide training and facilitation support to KAIPTC and other institutional partners such as ECOWAS, AU etc on gender, peace and security.
•   Conduct and support research efforts in relation to WPSI’s objectives.
•   Ensure WPSI is well coordinated with all other departments within the Centre by of information sharing, syncing activities etc.
•   Perform any other tasks and responsibilities within the scope of the programme  as assigned by supervisors

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A master’s degree in Gender, Peace and Security, International relations or related disciplines in Social Sciences would be required. A certification in project management is desired. A minimum of 5-7 years post qualification experience in the field of gender, peace and security, including direct field experience in conflict-affected countries in Africa or the international arena is required.

Competencies Required

Technical
•   Gender programming experience relating to the application of gender-sensitive approaches to conflict prevention, conflict resolution, peacekeeping and peace-building interventions in Africa

•   Proven ability in resource mobilization
•   Project management skills
•   Quantitative and qualitative research skills
•   Proven understanding of knowledge management
•   A good understanding of KAIPTC and it operations
•   Track record of professional experience and expertise for promoting gender equality principles within peace and security processes in Africa
•   Proven expertise and ability in  gender analysis and gender mainstreaming strategies
•   Strong analytical and negotiation skills
•   Great written and verbal communication skills. Working knowledge of French (and or Portuguese) is an advantage
•   Excellent negotiating and networking skills
•   Proven ICT skills.

Supervisory

•   Ensures efficient time-management
•   Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff
•   Demonstrates people management and organizational skills
•   Exhibits strong partnership-building skills
•   Promotes the documentation and consolidation of good practices and lessons learned to inform future policy and programme initiatives

Personal attributes

•   Serves and promotes the common vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of the KAIPTC
•   Demonstrates integrity and fairness
•   Demonstrate awareness and respect for diversity
•   Excellent interpersonal/peoples skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are kindly requested to send their CV together with 3 references no later than 22nd May 2014 to the e-mail address:-

hr@kaiptc.org

Closing Date: 22 May, 2014

Please indicate the post reference clearly in the cover letter; otherwise your application will not be considered. Applicants will be short-listed on the basis of their qualifications and work experience. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.

The KAIPTC is an equal opportunity employer.