Early Warning and Early Response Assistants at Search For Common Ground’s International

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the EW Officers and EWER Coordinator in documenting reports from the Early Warning System (EWS) and integrated hub in Bayelsa, Delta, or Rivers state with guidance from the National Conflict and Policy Analyst
• Support monthly meetings with Community Observers (COs) and quarterly meetings with Community Response Networks (CRNs) in Adamawa State.
• Document reports from the EW system comprising incident reports from COs, CRNs, and other stakeholders for immediate response.
• Support the collation and development of weekly EWS reports/analysis and Monthly updates to be shared with donors and other stakeholders.
• Support the development of a bimonthly EWS bulletin to share in printed and electronic copies to local actors, government, and stakeholders including NGOs.
• Document key success stories from the EWS reports, incidences, and/or responses of actors and stakeholders linked to the reports received from the system.
• Support programmatic and logistical support and assistance to the EW Officers
• Contribute to the preparation of donor reports
• Provide necessary support to implementing partners and government under the supervision of the EWER Officers and Coordinator.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrate integrity and promote Search values and ethical standards;
• Promote the vision, mission, and strategic objectives of Search;
• Demonstrate capacity to adapt to a multi-cultural context, tolerance, and respect for issues related to gender, religion, race, and nationality;
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office and MS Excel is required

Education

• A degree in conflict resolution, peace studies, peacebuilding, conflict management, or relevant field

Required Experience

• At least one (1) year experience in early warning and conflict management  or related fields
• Have supported the implementation of similar Early Warning and Early Response initiatives in Nigeria and the Niger Delta Region 
• Relevant experience working in the non-profit and NGO sector or institutions providing conflict early warning and early response services.
• Understanding of the social, political, and economic context of the Niger Delta region and how it impacts conflict drivers and conflict in Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers states and targeted communities;

Other Relevant Requirements

• Good knowledge of the local languages will be an asset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and strong interpersonal skills;
• Commitment to Search’s aims and a clear understanding of the links between policy, lobbying, campaigning, and how policy change can be achieved through effective advocacy;
• Good knowledge of the political, economic and social dimensions of Niger Delta region
• Ability to work under extreme pressure in a highly stressful environment;
• Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the EW/ER field;
• Strong command of English language, with excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal communication skills;
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace; and
• Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight timeframes, handle multiple tasks, and be flexible with changing priorities.