National Volunteer – Peacebuilding & DRR Advisor

ABOUT THE COMPANY

VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

JOB SUMMARY

The National Volunteer – Peacebuilding & DRR Advisor supports the implementation of conflict-sensitive peacebuilding and disaster risk reduction interventions under the RECAP project. The role focuses on strengthening community-based peace mechanisms, enhancing preparedness for climate- and disaster-related shocks, and promoting peaceful coexistence and resilience in cross-border communities around Moyale and sololo sub counties, Kenya.Competencies and BehaviorAt VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:Ability to be open minded and respectfulAbility to be resilient and adaptive to new situationsAbility to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationshipsAbility to seek and share knowledge

RESPONSIBILITIES

REQUIRED SKILLS

Written communication, Leadership skills, Diversity and inclusion planning, Conflict and complaint resolution

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree