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

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the EW Coordinator in managing the Early Warning System (EWS) and integrated hub in Bayelsa, Delta or Rivers state with guidance from the National Conflict and Policy Analyst
• Organize monthly meetings with Community Observers (COs) and quarterly meetings with Community Response Networks (CRNs) in Adamawa State.
• Ensure that the EW system receives expected incident reports from COs, CRNs, and other stakeholders, and such reports are documented on the system and analyzed in real-time, and disseminated to actors and communities for immediate response.
• Collate and develop weekly EWS reports/analyses and Monthly updates to be shared with donors and other stakeholders.
• Develop a bimonthly EWS bulletin to share in printed and electronic copies to local actors, government, and stakeholders including NGOs.
• Participate and share analysis of EWS reports with CSADs and PAD members.
• 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 Coordinator
• Contribute to the preparation of funder reports
• Participate in research in support of project implementation and development
• Work with program staff in the development and continuous improvement of systems
• Provide necessary support to implementing partners and government under the supervision of the program managers
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports to supervisor and other country teams

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 multicultural 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 a relevant field;

Required Experience

• At least three (3) years of 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.
• Some level of experience with using conflict analysis tools;
• Some level of experience in working with government officials, NGOs, and communities;
• 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.
• Knowledge of civil society organizations, government agencies, private sector companies, and international development agencies, with experience working in partnership within some of these sectors;
• 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;
• Ability to identify issues and to use sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems;
• Good knowledge of the political, economic, and social dimensions of the 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;
• Basics financial management skills;
• Knowledge of other languages spoken in the states will be an advantage;
• Strong command of the 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.