The Operations III Division is responsible for the Africa Programme and for the Gender and Security Programme. DCAF Operations III is looking for an experienced, motivated, and flexible individual who will undertake a wide range of tasks related to gender and security sector reform and governance, with a focus on Africa, especially West Africa.
Candidates should meet the following criteria:
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and French
- Advanced university degree or equivalent in international relations, peace, or security studies, with a strong focus on women’s/gender studies
- At least five years of practical experience working on gender and/or security issues
- Excellent organisation skills with strong attention to detail
- Strong knowledge of and/or professional experience working in Africa, especially West Africa
- Experience in project management (planning and design, budgeting, implementation and monitoring and evaluation) in areas of reform and governance of the security sector
- Experience in formal representation on different levels, designing, organising and conducting seminars and conferences, trainings and presentations
- Availability to travel frequently to Africa
Desirable additional skills or experience:
- Experience in research and publications
- Familiarity with the UN, AU, ECOWAS, and other intergovernmental and/or regional organisations
- Knowledge of public administration and/or security sector reform and governance
Position location: Geneva, Switzerland, with frequent travel to Africa and in particular to West Africa.
The position commences in May 2015.
HOW TO APPLY:
Deadline for applications is 20 March 2015.
DCAF is committed to a diverse and discrimination-free workplace. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Candidates meeting the qualifications are invited to e-mail their CV with a cover letter addressing the above criteria to the address below. Due to the high number of applications, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Administrative Assistant, Operations III
DCAF Geneva
Ref: PC Gender and Security West Africa
01/05/2015
Project Coordinator Gender and Security – Africa
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