Somalia: Program Clerk (Environmental Peacebuilding)

Mar 31, 2024 | Committed To Good
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Overview of Position

Under the overall supervision of Program Officer (Climate Conflict) & direct supervision of the Senior Program Assistant, the environmental peacebuilding program under the Community Stabilization Unit (CSU) seeks to recruit a Programme Clerk (Environmental Peacebuilding) who will be responsible & accountable for the implementation & management for the environmental peacebuilding programs within its clients Somalia office & will be based in Mogadishu.

Role Objectives

 

In particular s / he will:

  • Provide general / clerical assistance in the implementation of program activities relating to the environmental peacebuilding portfolio.
  • Retrieve, compile, summarize & present information/data on specific program topics.
  • Assist in monitoring budget & updating budget related information.
  • Support administrative coordination for project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units or external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process & follow up on administrative actions.
  • Draft status reports, correspondence, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations & other forms of documentation.
  • Support the organization of meetings, workshops & training sessions.
  • Respond to general information requests & inquiries; set up & maintain files / records.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Project Reporting

This role will work under the overall supervision of Program Officer (Climate Conflict) & direct supervision of the Senior Program Assistant.

Key Competencies

  • School diploma with three years of relevant experience or bachelor's degree in political or social sciences, international relations, development studies, migration studies, human rights, law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with one years of relevant professional experience.
  • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national / international institutions, United Nations (UN) agencies & non governmental organizations.
  • Experience in working with migrants, refugees, Internally Displaced Persons (IDP's), victims of trafficking & other vulnerable groups.
  • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non government or government institutions / organization in a multicultural setting is an advantage.
  • In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the organization.
  • Knowledge of UN & bilateral donor programming.
  • Knowledge of financial rules & regulations. eIJrq7J BIpnb
  • Knowledge of community based & community engagement activities, stabilization & environmental peacebuilding concepts.
  • For all applicants, fluency in Fluency in English & Somalia (oral & written).
  • Working knowledge of Arabic is advantage.
  • Respects & promotes individual & cultural differences. Encourages diversity & inclusion.
  • Maintains high ethical standards & acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles / rules & standards of conduct.
  • Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent & committed manner & exercises careful judgment in meeting day to day challenges.
  • Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected & fairly treated.
  • Develops & promotes effective collaboration within & across units to achieve shared goals & optimize results.
  • Produces & delivers quality results in a service oriented & timely manner. Is action oriented & committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge & innovate.
  • Takes ownership for achieving the organization's priorities & assumes responsibility for own actions & delegated work.
  • Encourages & contributes to clear & open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring & motivational way.

Team Management

This role has no team management responsibility.

Qualifications

Diploma in in a relevant discipline with three years of relevant experience or bachelor's degree in political or social sciences, international relations, development studies, migration studies, human rights, law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with one years of relevant professional experience ( essential).

Sector experience: Minimum of 1 year/s of demonstrable relevant experience working with migrants, refugees, IDP's, victims of trafficking & other vulnerable groups experience ( essential).

Geographical Experience: Minimum of 1 year/s of experience in Africa ( essential).

Languages: Fluent in English ( essential). Fluent in Somali ( essential). Working level in Arabic ( desirable).

Further information

  •  Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.
  •  The educational certificate of the selected candidate will be sent for verification.

Disclaimer

  • At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.
  • CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone's responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to CTG's Code of Conduct at all times.