Community Participation Technical Lead at Saferworld

Job Description

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Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security. We work with civil society, governments and international organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research, and policy development, and through supporting the actions of others. Saferworld has worked in Africa since . We have well-established programmes in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia/land, South Sudan, and Sudan. Overall our engagement in Africa combines programme implementation at the community level, dialogue, capacity-building, policy research, networking and advocacy, and working with institutions and civil society at national, regional, and international levels.

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Job purpose:

This role is responsible for overseeing and facilitating community engagement and participation in project activities in accordance with the IP1 workplan. The role plays a crucial role in bridging the gap amongst different actors and the community, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and inclusivity. This role works with local partners, government agencies and other stakeholders in various localities as well as coordinating field activities with team members involved in the programme delivery.

Key areas of responsibility

Planning and implementation of programme activities

Community Engagement Strategy: Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy to engage and involve the community in decision-making processes. Oversee collaboration with, and where necessary the creation of, Community Action Forums (CAFs) and Police Advisory Committees (PACs) that carry out conflict assessments of their local contexts, identify security concerns affecting the community and work with local security actors and establish ways in which these can be addressed. Develop and implement a strategy to ensure implementing partners align on the work request programme objectives and measures/expectation of success. Provide on-the-job mentoring and training to implementing partners on programme deliveries Provide advice, guidance and recommendations to the senior management of Saferworld Somalia. In coordination with the local implementing partner, facilitate meetings and dialogues within communities and between communities and state authorities through the CAFs and PACs to collaboratively identify local security issues and plan response

Programme Coordination

In coordination with Nabadgelinta partners facilitate meetings and dialogues within communities and between communities and state authorities through the CAFs and PACs to collaboratively identify local security issues and plan responses. Develop and execute outreach programmes and initiatives to attract and involve a diverse range of community members in project implantation Provide guidance, training, and support to community members to enhance their technical skills, empower them to contribute effectively, and ensure inclusivity. Support in address conflicts and disputes within the community, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment for open discussions and resolutions. Build strong relationships with community members, stakeholders, and technical teams to foster trust, collaboration, and a sense of ownership among the community. Serve as a liaison between technical teams and the community, advocating for community needs and concerns while effectively communicating technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Keep up-to-date with industry trends, community management best practices, and emerging technologies to ensure the community’s needs and expectations are met. Facilitate coordination among local level stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely implementation of activities Coordinate between national level and local level stakeholders to ensure implementation of activities in a timely and efficient manner Represent and speak on behalf of Saferworld programme to the various stakeholders, such as policy and decision-makers and other INGOs and NGOs

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning:

Lead in monitoring of annual work plan at the field locations to ensure that programme activities are on track Maintain thorough progress monitoring reports, and provide quarterly financial and narrative progress reports for the programme in a timely manner Support the development of regular reports, including donor reports. Facilitate and support consultants at field level

Team Management and Leadership

Supervise Community participation Coordinators and Informal Institution Engagement Lead. Works closely with consortium partner, Asal to ensure IP1 workplan is regularly reviewed and effectively implemented Evaluate and manage team performance, setting goals and providing regular feedback, conduct performance reviews and identify areas for improvement. Responsible for welcoming and integrating new employees into the team.

Key working relationships

Internal working relationship with partner staff working with community action forums and government agencies and other stakeholders’ programme Internal close working relationship within various Saferworld team for information and experience and work relationships. Close working relations with IP1 partner Asal and other consortiums implementing the Nabadgelita project External working relationship with federal member state authorities, formal and informal institions involved in the Nabadgelinta project.

Scope and accountability

Decision making and limits of authority :  Participating in decision based on programme planning, organising and implementations.

Financial resources :  Contributes to activity budget development and review with partners

Other resources :  Overseas Programme budget as delegated

People management :  Supervise 4 staff and consultants when necessary

Legal, regulatory and responsibility

Ensure compliance with country labour laws Adhering to Saferworld financial policies where Follow Saferworld security and safeguarding policies

Person specification

Knowledge, qualifications and experience

Master’s Degree in International Relations/Security / Peace and conflict or other related field Have over 5 years of professional work experience in different capacities with local and international NGOs

Skills and abilities

Good understanding of the local context Excellent relationship building and communication skills. Knowledge of Peace building and conflict resolution Strong planning and organising skills for event management Well usage of computer and internet

Personal qualities

Commitment to the vision, mission and values of Saferworld Strong representation and relationship management abilities. Good presentation and facilitation skills. Team Work and team building

Other requirements

This role requires frequent travel to the field