Youth / Community Leaders Training / Peer Exchange Activities Support Consultant at Search For Common Ground’s International

Position Summary

• The Youth/Community Leaders Capacity Support (Consultant) is responsible for providing support to the project implementation of training engaging with Peace Architecture Structures and various community stakeholders.
• S/he will work under the direct supervision of the Capacity Building Coordinator and the Youth/Community Leaders Capacity lead consultant in close coordination with the Project team within the Niger Delta project. The position is based in Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta States.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the lead consultant to deliver 9 (3 sets per state) refresher training for community leaders on inclusive leadership and conflict transformation in Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta states.
• Support the lead consultant to deliver 9 (3 sets per state) refresher training for youth leaders on conflict transformation and non-adversarial engagement in Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta states.
• Support the lead consultant to deliver 9 (3 sets per state) refresher peer exchange workshops for youths in Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta states.
• Provide support on pre and post-test and post-evaluation data collection from the trainings.
• Ensure prompt submission of the Data collected during the Training to the lead consultant for review.
• Take detailed notes from all training activities for report writing and share them with the lead consultant for review.
• Ensure training checklists are delivered ( photocopies, training materials, attendance and payment sheets, flip charts, makers, notepads, etc.).
• Provide general assistance during the training to support all the needs of the training lead consultant for the successful functioning of the training.
• Take photographs to document participation in the training.
• Follow up with documentation and the processing of payments for participants with the finance team.
• Support and confirm the mobilization of participants for training and peer exchange workshops.
• Demonstrate regular and consistent communication frequency with the supervisor, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Educational Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related area is required, while a Master's in Conflict Resolution, International Relations, Project Management or a related field would be an added benefit.

Required Experience:

• At least two (2) years of experience in Programme Management and leading community engagements.
• Have led the implementation of similar livelihood projects in Niger Delta Nigeria.
• In-depth knowledge of the Rivers, Bayelsa and Delta States in Niger Delta Nigeria.
• Relevant experience working in the non-profit and NGO sectors.
• Substantial experience working with government officials, NGOs and communities;

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 is required
• Proficiency in data analytics and the use of EWER tracking tools
• Demonstrate capacity in developing concept notes and Terms of Reference for hiring consultants on Early Warning and Early Response.

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;
• Ability to identify issues and to use sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems;
• Knowledge of other languages spoken in the states will be an advantage;
• 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.

Duration:

• The job role will be for 2 months (January 2025- February 2025) but subject to renewal based on performance.