4 Positions – Makurdi, Akwanga, Jos and Jalingo)
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Position Summary
The Project Coordinator(s) will oversee the day-to-day implementation of project activities within their respective states. This includes organising training, supporting EWER and peace architecture platforms, facilitating stakeholder engagement, conducting field visits, and ensuring that project outputs are delivered on time and in accordance with Search’s quality standards.
The position requires frequent travel within the state, strong coordination with government and community stakeholders, and close collaboration with the EWER/Project Manager based in Benue.
Roles and Responsibilities
Project Implementation and Coordination
- Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of project activities at the state level.
- Facilitate the delivery of EWER and Common Ground Approach (CGA) trainings for government officials, community leaders, CSOs, and community responders.
- Lead the establishment/remobilisation and facilitation of monthly meetings of Community Safety and Resilience Committees
- Support implementation of community-led peace and security initiatives under the project.
- Lead the implementation of needs assessments and the quick impact economic, livelihood and infrastructure Support across 4 communities.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as the primary point of contact for local government authorities, community leaders, security agencies, and CSOs in their state.
- Coordinate field activities, joint assessments, and inter/intra-community dialogues and resolution meetings between the communities and or authorities.
- Facilitate linkages between communities and state-level authorities to strengthen response mechanisms.
- Facilitate high-level EWER meetings and ensure timely communication of alerts and actions.
- Facilitate accountability and high-level stock-taking meetings on conflict reports and responses
- Facilitate accountability and on-the-Spot assessment of conflict monitoring and conflict trends in Communities
Monitoring, Reporting & Learning
- Track project outputs such as training conducted, meetings held, initiatives supported, and platform functionality.
- Collect, verify, and document early warning alerts from communities and ensure they are reported to the EWER/Project Manager.
- Prepare periodic activity and progress reports, including success stories and challenges, for submission to the EWER/Project Manager.
- Support learning activities, field visits, and adaptive management processes.
Administrative Support
- Assist in activity planning, logistics coordination, and resource management for state-level activities.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, safeguarding, conflict-sensitive programming, and donor compliance.
- Support procurement of materials, venue arrangements, and equipment for training and meetings.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.
- Master’s degree (preferred) in Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, Public Policy, or similar discipline.
Required Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in peacebuilding, conflict prevention, EWER systems, or related project implementation.
- Experience working with government institutions, security agencies, CSOs, and community structures in Nigeria.
- Demonstrated experience in organizing trainings, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.
- Experience with monitoring and reporting project outputs and outcomes.
- Knowledge of local dynamics in Benue, Nasarawa, Plateau and Taraba State is an advantage.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Other Requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to travel frequently within the state.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver quality results within tight timelines.
- Commitment to Search’s mission, values, and conflict-sensitive programming principles.
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