Social Cohesion Officer at Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Band:                        7

Department:             Programs

Reports To:              Program Manager II

Location:                 Borno, Nigeria

Job Ref Code:         SCO211118

Full JD Link:             http://bit.ly/2PrCi2l

 Job Summary:

The Social Cohesion Officer (SCO) will be responsible for peace building, conflict mitigation and re-integration activities in the STaR project.  This position will work across all sectors and coordinate closely with other CRS colleagues to ensure that CRS activities abide by ‘Do No Harm’ principles; that CRS contributes to the repair of the social fabric; and, that CRS programming protects the rights of the most vulnerable groups.  This position requires close interaction with community members and local governance structures.  This position requires a down-to-earth, outgoing person that can quickly conceptualize and react to his / her environment.  Personal security awareness and tactful communication is essential for the position holder’s security and CRS’ reputation.

Education and Experience:

• Critical: Outgoing personality with local language skills and advanced level of intra and inter-personal communication.
• Critical: Advanced security awareness and experience in similar environment. 
• Essential: Bachelor’s degree in political sciences, administration or relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Essential: Minimum 3 years of experience in management of governance projects in developing countries.  Experience in Nigeria and particularly the North East will be a bonus.
• Essential: Demonstrated experience in designing governance trainings and establishing governance structures at both the community and government levels.
• Essential: Strong team player with the ability to take initiative and work well independently.
• Essential:  Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills in English, Hausa and Arabic.
• Added advantage: Proven experience in working closely with government MDAs in Nigeria. Thorough understanding of the Nigerian Government structure at the National, State and LGA levels.
• Added advantage: Ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, tact, and diplomacy.
• Added advantage: Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.