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POSITION : Peace and Security Working Group (PSWG) Intern
DESCRIPTION
- This successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to test academic knowledge in real-life conflict scenarios, under the guidance of a highly professional team.
- The intern will further advance his/her knowledge in the program area and build interest in the field.
- He/she will also gain understanding of the skills and knowledge required for success in a global workplace.
- The intern will also develop decision-making and critical thinking skills, increase confidence and self-esteem.
Responsibilities
- The intern will remain responsible for all costs associated with:
- Housing and personal living expenses
- Life and health insurance cover
- All other expenses not specified as a responsibility of the organization
- The PSWG intern will be a motivated learner and a passionate activist for the improvement of the peace and security situation in Nigeria and for the role of civil society in this context.
- As a support staff to the PSWG in Nigeria, s/he will assist in mobilizing PSWG members, preparing meetings, taking minutes and organizing trainings and events.
- This will be an opportunity for a committed worker to learn about coordination and the development sector in general, while developing research, analytical, communication and organizational skills.
Specific Duties
- Under the supervision of PSWG Manager, will work with external partners (NGOs, donors, Government, etc.) to plan/facilitate partnerships.
- Collect, organize and disseminate information from members of the PSWG on peace and security issues.
- Research on key principles, standards and best practices in conflict analysis, conflict management, peace messaging, peacebuilding, C/PVE etc.
- Potential field visits to collect information on current and potential PSWG members at field level.
- Mapping of project activities.
- Facilitate communication between PSWG members and follow up regularly for updates and contributions.
- Organize logistics for trainings, workshops, events and other PSWG activities.
- Update and maintain contact lists and file sharing platforms.
- File and archive information and documentation of PSWG’s activities.
- Maintain PSWG calendars (internal and external).
- Draft agendas/take meeting minutes and circulate to the identified recipient lists.
- Compile links to relevant media, reports, assessments, etc. from identified key sources.
- Follow up pending action points within PSWG members.
- Support in updating PSWG Workplan and Advocacy Strategy.
- Engage with external partners on relevant topics.
Knowledge and Experience
- Experience in an NGO (local or international) or research institution.
- Knowledge of and contacts in Nigerian NGOs.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to connect messages and content into stories easily understood by a broad audience.
- Advanced University Degree in Political Science, International Relations, Journalism, Social Sciences, Peacebuilding, Conflict Management, International Development or related Technical field (minimum Bachelor's degree).
- Written and spoken fluency in English. Knowledge of Hausa is a plus.
- Willingness to learn and interest in peace and security related fields.
- Excellent writing, editing and analytical skills and ability to formulate well-targeted documents.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and often demanding environment.
- Flexibility in terms of office hours.
How To Apply
Candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and Cover Letter in one document to: ng-recruitment.nigeria@mercycorps.org All applications must include the position title in the subject line
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