Programme Assistant, Peace Building & Research - VCG B at The Nigeria Foundation for the Support of Victims of Terrorism - Victims Support Fund (VSF)

Summary of Role

• To suppot the Programme Officer Peace Building & Research in delivering viable peace building projects and create linkage across VSF’s programmes through rigorous research activities.
• The position will assist the Programme Officer - Peace Building & Research in mainstreaming peace building, conflict management and other violence ameliorating programmes into VSF’s value delivery whilst undertaking research projects and evidence-based advocacy initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Programme Officer Peace Building & Research with the identification and interpretation of program strategies and policies.
• Support in researching and developing materials and reports required for the success of Peace Building & Research Unit.
• Proactively identify issues and problems that are likely to detract from the achievement of objectives set for the Peace Building & Research Unit as well as the smooth running of the unit’s programmes.
• Provide administrative support, as required by the project, to the Programme Officer Peace Building & Research.
• Interact with other arms of the Directorate of Programmes to create effective linkage across all VSF thematic areas arid activities.
• Assist the Programme Officer Peace Building & Research in resource control and financial management on all assigned projects.
• Effectively manage tools and resources for programmes planning and development, Ensure that all financial data associated with programs are recorded and documented.
• Collaborate with other team members where needed to execute projects
• Assist in the preparation of files and documents for the smooth running of programmes.
• Continuously research and provide regular updates on all Peace Building &
• Research related practices and methodology.
• Draft reports of all programs and planning processes.
• Any other duties assigned by Management.

Position Specifications
Education:

• Degree in Law, Education, Peace Building, Conflict Resolution, Arbitration, International Relations, International Development, Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, Community Development, Democracy and Governance or equivalent.
• Possession of a Masters degree in developmental studies or other related area would bean advantage.

Certification and Training:

• Previous training and certification in peace building, conflict management, law, education, protection and security, developmental studies, economic reconstruction, monitoring and evaluation etc. is required.

Experience:

• At least 2 years experience in similar role in a comparable organization to VSF.
• Must be a self starter and able to work with little supervision.

Others:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent computer skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Great organizational, analytical and decision making skills are essential.