Programme Coordinator (Peacebuilding)

The post is to be based in Kachin and opened to Myanmar National and advertised globally.

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The role:             This position will be key to coordinate different activities of the consortium under the Expected Results 1, 2 and 4 of the programme. The Expected Results are:

Expected Result 1: Conflict affected and displaced women and men are well informed and actively participating in the peace process

Expected Result 2: Trust in the peace process is effectively improved

Expected Result 4: Capacity of women, CSOs and CBOs, local authorities and EAGs on participatory, inclusive peace and development processes are enhanced

Level:                  National, C2

Employment term:    Fixed – Term (1 year with the possibility of extension)

Report to:            Programme Manager (EU Programme)                                       

What we offer:     Respectful and empowered working environment,

                             Life insurance, Medical+ dental + optical benefits,

                             Competitive salary and Career advancement opportunities,

                             Generous leave entitlement

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the activities of consortium members under the three results in the areas of peace building and civic education, trauma counseling and capacity building of government and CSOs.
• Liaise with consortium members and the Third parties and organize regular meetings in order to align and harmonize activities on the ground
• Coordinate the planning, implementation and monitoring of project activities, including field visits, according to the project work plan
• Provide technical support to members in the implementation of the activities and facilitate and/or arrange for external technical support if required
• Support the reporting function of the programme team and ensure that donor requirements are met, in line with donor agreements and Oxfam policies and procedures
• Plan and facilitate meetings, workshops, field travel and external visits
• Ensure that narrative and financial reporting and other donor requirements (such as audits) are met in line with donor agreements and Oxfam policies and procedures
• Maintain good relationships with relevant project stakeholders
• Collect, verify and present information to meet the donor and Oxfam reporting requirements.
• Provide timely information to the Programme management Unit for any changes foreseen or irregularities
• Provide support, technical advice and oversight to partners` activity planning and implementation

SKILLS AND COMPETENCE: 

Essential

• Higher education, pref. Master degree in relevant studies;
• Working experience of min. 5 years
• Well-developed analytical and planning skills.
• Good knowledge of Kachin context including CSOs
• A good team-builder
• A good networker
• Wide experience of program types and including both theoretical knowledge and practical implementation
• Proven leadership qualities and ability to work independently as required.
• Proven decision making capability
• Demonstrates ability to identify and implement opportunities for innovation.
• Can effectively influence outside own team and successfully represent specific program or specific issues.
• Providing specialist advice within and also outside the organisation.
• Contributing to strategic development at a wider level within the program.
• Good English Language skill in written and spoken.

Closing date:                10th March 2015, 5:00 PM                        

How to apply:                Please state applied position in email subject line and send to

Human Resources Department through myanmarhr@oxfam.org.uk 

(OR)

Oxfam office, Lanmadaw Plaza, Tower A- #02-01, #02-02, Tower B- #02-01, Corner of Lanmadaw Street and Mahabandula Road, Latha Township 11131, Yangon, Myanmar.

Phone: +95 (0)1 378794 to 96 and 379 936

https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/2228/description

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We regret that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.