Peacebuilding Jobs

One Common Unity (OCU) Executive Director

ADR Associate

New York State Council on Divorce Mediation Position Posting

Senior Program Manager / Senior Facilitator

Ombudsperson – Southern University and A & M College, Baton Rouge

International Peace Research Association Foundation

Graduate Career Advisor for Coexistence and Conflict Masters Students, Heller School, Brandeis University

Associate Director of Doctoral Studies, Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, Notre Dame

Instructor, Peace and Conflict Studies, Guilford College, Greensboro, NC

Job: UNIFEM- Coordinator for International Women’s Commission for a Just and Sustainable Israeli-Palestinian Peace

peacebuildingjobs — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:56:33 +0000

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (JOB OPENING)

GENERAL

One Common Unity (OCU) is seeking a highly passionate, motivated, and visionary Executive Director to lead its team of staff, interns and fellows. OCU is a non-profit organization based inWashington, D.C., whose mission is to nurture sustainable, caring communities through innovative peace education, arts and media. Since 2000, OCU has been designing and implementing a number of workshops, retreats and community events, reaching approximately 2,500 DC residents annually. Over the past 10 years we have:

1) Provided arts-based nonviolence programming and workshops in four District of Columbia high schools, three junior high schools, three elementary schools, and seven recreation centers.2) Trained over 5,000 teachers in arts-based peace education.

2) Provided music literacy, nonviolence and leadership development in the summer months to over 200 youth ages 14 – 18 living in D.C. through our “RYS: Above the Violence” summer youth initiative.

3) Provided self-awareness and empowerment programs for over 100 young women from Washington Metro Area high schools.

4) Enriched the D.C. community through several cultural events and celebrations.

5) Administered the youth filmmaking program “A Nu View” for two consecutive summers, teaching 22 local high school students the principles of conflict resolution through the production of a documentary film.

6) Facilitated health and wellness retreats for adult professionals.

Why You Want To Work Here:

This position will allow you to have access to 10 years of institutional history and help innovate and drive a budding non-profit organization. You will have the support of a passionate and determined Board of Directors, and receive tremendous experience in organizational development, strategic planning, networking, program design, and intern recruitment/ management.

The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors and work with staff, interns and fellows to devise, develop and execute programs outlined in OCU’s strategic plan; and will manage and facilitate the organization’s growth and expansion through networking and fundraising activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Strategy and Planning

a. Supports the operations and administration of the Board of Directors and provides the necessary information and advice to the Board members in order to develop long-term and short-term strategic plans.

b. Works with OCU’s staff to develop annual operations plans and the budget and provides information and justifications to the Board of Directors for the budgetary review and approval process. He/she ensures that the organization operates within the annual budget guidelines.

2. Organizational Management

a. Oversees all aspects of human resource management, including hiring and termination, developing position descriptions, setting compensation, supervising and evaluating staff, interns and fellows.

3. Fund Development

a. Works closely with the Treasurer and Financial Manager and is constantly informed on all of OCU’s financial activities, including bookkeeping and annual reporting.

b. Identifies potential sources of funding and oversees fundraising planning and implementation, ensuring that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its work.

c. Assists Associate Director in writing, editing, revising, and submitting grant proposals.

4. Program Development and Implementation

a. Works with staff to design, promote and deliver OCU’s services. He/she redesigns current programs in response to effectiveness and changes in the needs of OCU’s constituents.

5. Public Relations and Advocacy

a. Represents the organization and acts as a spokesperson, responding to requests for information about OCU, its programs and points of view from media, agencies, organizations and the public.

b. Coordinates relations with other organizations, and builds partnerships with other organizations and businesses in the relevant fields.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s Degree required. MA or MBA degree preferred.

2. 5 + years of direct experience in non-profit management, development, human resources, and fundraising.

3. Passionate about education, healthy lifestyles, the environment arts and social change.

4. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; outstanding interpersonal skills

5. Strong organizational skills and an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

6. Proven experience in team leadership and development.

7. Budget planning and management experience is required.

8. Highly collaborative individual with ability to influence others and build strong professional relationships.

9. Ability to effectively engage various stakeholders, ranging from CEOs to local mentoring program administrators

10. Experience with corporate philanthropy, workplace giving or non-profit communities preferred.

11. Experience in program design and implementation.

12. Living in Washington, DC and or willingness to relocate to Washington, DC.

COMPENSATION

This position begins as a part-time position (20 hours a week) with a modest living stipend. We are looking to the executive director to introduce his/her networks and relationships to help raise a respectable salary for him/her by mid-2012. The first 6 – 8 months will be investment of time and energy on the new executive director’s part, simultaneously providing him/her with the experience and the ability to manage a non-profit organization that has a strong stake in the Washington, D.C. community.

More information about One Common Unity, its projects and programs can be found at www.OneCommonUnity.org.

TO APPLY:

Applicants should send a resume or CV, 2-4 references, and a cover letter to HawaH, executive director, at hawah (a) onecommonunity.org.

Application deadline is July 30, 2011

peacebuildingjobs — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 12:37:19 +0000

ADR Associate

ADR Vantage, Inc. a nationwide conflict management and organizational consulting firm based in Washington, DC, is seeking an Associate to provide a range of related duties and practical support. Duties include:

· Manage mediation case assignment and processing for all mediations

· Function as a conflict management practitioner as needed on agency assignments

· Serve as the first point of contact for client communications and subcontractors

· Manage roster of conflict management practitioners, act as liaison for the roster, identify and vet new additions to the roster, and maintain a current roster publication, maintain current Professional Services Agreements, and CMP descriptions on the website

· Assist in managing work orders and subcontractor referrals, tracking and reporting of assignments

· Assist in proposal development

· Support invoicing and financial administration processes

· Build business development capacity

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

· Degree in Conflict Management, Conflict Resolution, or related field, Masters degree preferred

· 5 years of experience as a mediator or related work, preferably with an employment mediation focus and some experience with the federal sector workplace

· Experience in conflict management related training, facilitation, curriculum design, and coaching. Experience with organizational change is also a plus

· Strong written and oral communication skills

· Demonstrated organizational ability

· Ability to work well with minimal supervision

· Sensitivity and professionalism supporting subcontractors

· Knowledgeable about use of new media, social network, and internet applications for networking, marketing, and project administration

· Some experience with project management

ADR Vantage, Inc. is a leading provider of organizational effectiveness consulting and conflict management services. Established in 1983 and based in Washington, DC, the firm helps organizations throughout the U.S. achieve and sustain superior performance by connecting their vision to the work processes and people skills needed for success. We provide facilitation, training, dispute resolution, conflict coaching, mediation, leadership development, and strategic planning. Our services allow clients to focus on and enjoy their work while improving the work environment for everyone.

To apply, please send a current resume, cover letter, writing sample and list of three recent references to admin@adrvantage.com.

peacebuildingjobs — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 04:35:29 +0000

New York State Council on Divorce Mediation Position Posting

Position Description: Executive Director

Quarter-time position (approximately 40-hour per month) for independent contractor to become part of the New York State Council on Divorce Mediation (NYSCDM) team. Must have knowledge of the practice of mediation and be committed to the growth of the field of mediation. Working directly with the President, the contractor will work to fulfill the mission of NYSCDM, oversee and coordinate the work of Council staff, administer and coordinate day-to-day functions of NYSCDM. Opportunities to grow and expand position over time to include executive level functions for the right person. Contractor will work from own location (home or office), as well as on-site when requested (four Board meetings per year, annual conference, and strategic planning meetings). Contractor must provide own computer, internet access, phone (using our number), copying and fax capabilities.

Necessary Skills:

Highly organized
Articulate communicator – oral and written
Excellent computer skills – proficiency in Microsoft Word, general understanding of and ability to learn database software, Quickbooks, and online programs
Awareness and sensitivity/familiarity and alignment with the values of the family and divorce mediation field and committed to the Mission of the NYSCDM.

Reporting:

Contractor reports directly to the President of the organization. Written reports made to Board of Directors four times per year. Annual review by Executive Committee of the Board (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Past President).

Compensation:

$1,000 per month (40 hours per month @ $25 per hour) and $100 monthly materials allowance (i.e. copy costs, office materials). Cost of travel and accommodations for onsite meetings paid.

Tasks:

General Administrative Duties
· Answer NYSCDM phone and respond to inquiries from members and the general public
· Solicit contributions for Monthly Mailer and send to membership (either in print or email)
· Schedule phone conferences and send invitations to committee and ad hoc committee members for meetings
· Support all committee Chairs in carrying out their duties and tasks

Board of Directors
· Make reservations for and coordinate board meetings (arrange meetings, hotel, meals, etc.)
· Prepare and distribute agenda for each meeting
· Attend meetings, take minutes, and distribute to members
· Follow up with board members regarding tasks as requested

Annual Conference
· Oversee print, design, and distribution of conference materials
· Coordinate conference hotel, presentation rooms, onsite electronics (i.e. microphones, projectors, etc.), and meals
· Keep minutes of phone conferences, distribute, and carrying out tasks in support of committee
· Assist with conference registration and deposits

Marketing/Public Relations
· Maintain distribution list for press releases or identify and work with company to distribute press releases statewide
· Write, edit, and distribute annual press releases (i.e. Board elections, award presentations, annual conference, one day conferences)

Education
· Assist One Day Conference Chairs with arrangement of locations, meals, etc. as needed
· Assist with distribution of materials, registration, etc. as requested

Application:

Application is open to the membership of the New York State Council on Divorce Mediation, as well as the general public. Please send cover letter and resume including any special training or experience in the field of mediation by January 15, 2011 to: Daniel Burns, President, NYSCDM, Daniel@burnsmediator.com

Applicants will be notified of receipt of their application within one week. Final notification regarding the position will be sent to applicants no later than February 10, 2011 with an expected start date of March 1, 2011.

Posted by:
Bill Hoefer, Esq.
Divorce Mediation and Law Office
1135A Morris Park Avenue, Suite 202
Bronx, New York 10461
(718) 928-9968
Email: bill@2canwin.com

peacebuildingjobs — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 23:50:14 +0000

The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution (U.S. Institute) is a program of the Udall Foundation, an independent federal agency that focuses on environmental policy and Native American affairs. The U.S. Institute is charged by Congress to assist all parties in resolving environmental, natural resources, and public lands conflicts involving the federal government. It is located in Tucson, Arizona (with a small office in Washington, D.C.) and works nationally in a variety of program areas, drawing on its national roster of qualified environmental mediators and facilitators. The U.S. Institute is funded by a combination of appropriations and revenues generated by services the Institute provides. See www.ecr.gov for more information on the Institute and www.udall.gov for information on other programs of the Udall Foundation.

The U.S. Institute is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial individual for a Senior Program Manager/Facilitator position on the program staff. The successful applicant will manage environmental collaboration and conflict resolution (ECR) projects where contracted neutrals are the primary service providers, and will also provide direct mediation and/or facilitation services as appropriate.

Position Description

The primary duty of U.S. Institute program staff is to develop and manage cases and projects from initiation through evaluation. Institute staff perform a variety of ECR case services duties including convening, conflict assessment and process design, and managing the provision of services (whether inhouse or through a subcontractor).

Senior Program Managers lead staff teams and have primary responsibility for developing programs or issue areas and maintaining ongoing institutional relationships with stakeholders and federal agencies.

Responsibilities include outreach to potential users of ECR services, identification of situations where ECR is likely to provide benefit, and generation of project revenues. Senior Program Managers provide direct facilitation, mediation and/or training services as appropriate to the situation. Senior Program Managers mentor Program Managers, Program Associates, and other team members.

Senior Program Managers also contribute to cross-sector staff teams on strategic directions, training, new technologies, evaluation, and other specific policy issues. Senior Program Managers report to the Foundation’s Deputy Executive Director for ECR. The amount of travel required is often significant.

Availability to travel is a requirement of all Institute program staff.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

1. Provide ECR services, including intake, screening, case consultation, convening parties, managing neutral selection processes, conflict assessment (often in partnership with independent neutrals), case management, facilitation/mediation and evaluation. Assure the use of best practices and provision of high quality service by all team members.

2. Promote ECR generally and in selected issue areas. Develop productive relationships with stakeholders working in the issue area. Develop and successfully manage a case load of ECR projects. With the help of the team, build and maintain a case load which generates revenue to support contracted work and a portion of the U.S. Institute’s operating budget.

3. Serve as lead facilitator in situations with a high degree of political, substantive and interactive complexity. Build agreements or create products that address the complex issues and maintain a solid reputation for maintaining trust from all sides in multiple arenas.

4. Successfully complete the assessment of highly complex issues such as very visible public controversies, extreme distrust among parties, and/or serious process design hurdles.

5. Work collaboratively with other program staff and Foundation management to develop and implement U.S. Institute policies, projects and programs. Mentor other staff. Serve as lead mediator in technologically complex, multi-party settings with a high level of conflict. Handle contentious public situations and navigate media-related issues.

6. As needed, assist with the convening and facilitation of dialogues within and across government agencies to determine the feasibility and benefits of collaborative, coordinated interagency approaches to advancing national environmental policy and natural resource management goals.

Experience Requirements

1. Experience in conflict resolution project management or managing public involvement processes. At least eight (8) years experience leading large environmental collaboration and conflict resolution projects, including national level projects

2. Educational background (graduate or law degree) and current knowledge in environmental, natural resources or land use law, science, policy, planning or management.

3. Collaborative problem solving experience in federal, state, regional, tribal, or local government, or in the private sector dealing with public policy matters and public institutions.

4. Experience as a project manager and team leader responsible for developing or managing programs or large projects.

5. Demonstrated flexibility and ability to work independently, while also capable of working collaboratively with a team to develop and carry out an overall program.

6. Demonstrated excellence in both oral and written communication. Demonstrated excellence in public presentations is also required.

7. Experience in project development, marketing professional services, grant writing or fund raising.

8. Demonstrated competencies in the numerous skills required for large public meeting facilitation.

9. Situation assessment and process design skills and experience. Experience independently managing assessments and developing process design recommendations for highly complex cases/issues.

10. Demonstrated competencies in the numerous skills required for facilitating and mediating multi-party and interagency environmental and natural resource issues. At least four (4) years experience in leading or co-leading conflict facilitation, and/or mediation in multi-party, public sector

11. Experience as a trainer of conflict resolution, mediation or dispute resolution.

Position Location

Preference will be given to candidates available to work from the Institute’s Tucson headquarters. A position posting at the Institute’s Washington, D.C., office is also a possibility.

Salary Range

Senior Program Manager/Senior Facilitator: $75,000 to $115,000*
*Where the successful candidate’s salary falls within the stated range will depend on the individuals experience, qualifications, and the position location.

The successful candidate will be a federal employee and will be eligible for federal benefits such as a retirement plan and health benefits. This position is an excepted service position. Relocation expenses may be paid.

Benefits

You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer.

Details at http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.

Life insurance coverage is available. http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life

Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci

New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. You will be covered by a Basic Benefit Plan, Social Security (FICA) and a voluntary 401(k) -style Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). TSP allows you to make tax-deferred contributions and receive a partial match from the agency. For additional information on TSP, seehttp://www.tsp.gov/ or http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr

You will earn annual vacation leave. http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA You will earn sick leave.http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty.http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI

If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized.

Application Instructions

Please submit the following:

A resume that includes (at a minimum) complete contact information, a chronological employment summary (including your title, name and location of employer and dates of employment), educational and other credentials, and country of citizenship.
A cover letter describing your interest in this position, and your availability
A description of specifically how you meet each of the experience requirements.
Three references with addresses and phone numbers, to:

Bridget Radcliff
Coordinator for ECR Support Programs
U. S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution
130 S. Scott Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
email: radcliff@ecr.gov
fax: 520-901-8575

Emailed application submissions with all application materials attached are preferred.

Timeline for submission: Open until filled. The initial screening of applications will begin December 15, 2010, and will continue through January 15, 2011, at which time initial interviews will be scheduled with short-listed candidates.

The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution of the Udall Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

peacebuildingjobs — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 02:23:51 +0000

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY AND A & M COLLEGE

Recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a tier one institution within the HBCU community, Southern University and A & M College (SUBR) serves approximately 7,700 students on a beautiful bluff overlooking the Mississippi River-at the deepest bend of the entire River.

The mission of SUBR speaks to the importance of diversity, global engagement, scholarship, public service and productive graduates. Since the arrival of Chancellor Kofi Lomotey, the campus has focused largely on four core areas: (1) academic excellence, (2) customer service, (3) the critical continuum (from recruitment, to acceptance, to enrollment, to retention, to graduation and to successful post-graduation activities) and (4) data-based decision making.

SUBR is dedicated to providing a high quality, accessible and affordable education. The campus is a premier educational institution with outstanding students, strong faculty, committed staff and involved alumni. The University, founded in 1880, offers 57 undergraduate degree programs, 25 masters programs and 6 doctoral degree programs. Nationally, among all institutions of higher education, SUBR is #7 in the production of undergraduate degrees for African Americans in all disciplines combined. In addition, the institution ranks among the top ten producers of African American undergraduate degree recipients in the following areas: mathematics, nursing, architecture, agriculture, history, physical sciences and engineering.

The campus’ John B. Cade Library contains more than 1,578,731 cataloged volumes, 748 current periodicals and access to over 60 electronic databases of information. Cade Library staff answers approximately13,530 research questions per year. The Library is an integral part of the University’s system that provides full service to students, faculty and staff.

Ombudsperson

The Ombudsperson is a designated neutral or impartial dispute resolution practitioner whose major function is to provide confidential informal assistance to the students in the University Community and advise the University Administration regarding its policies and practices to ensure that the needs of the students are well-served by the University. This person will formulate, manage and monitor the overall goals, direction, programs and budget of the Office of the Ombudsperson; manage the “one-stop-shop” help desk; and serve as the Chairperson of the Ombudsperson Advisory Committee. Required qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) with 5-7 years of experience in Student Affairs, Counseling, or Higher Education and 3-5 years experience working with students on the collegiate level. S/he must be, or willing to be, an active member of professional associations, in particular, The Ombudsman Association, the University and College Ombuds Association, and/or the Society of Professionals in Dispute Resolution.
To apply please submit a letter of interest accompanied by a curriculum vitae or résumé, three (3) names of professional references and contact information no later than December 20, 2010 to:

Human Resource Department
Southern University and A&M College
J.S. Clark Annex, 1st Floor
P.O. Box 10400
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
or e-mail hr@subr.edu

Please visit our Web site at www.vas.subr.edu to view full position descriptions. Southern University is an equal opportunity employer.

peacebuildingjobs — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 02:06:26 +0000

International Peace Research Association Foundation

Job Description

Job Title: Part Time (40 hours/month) Development Coordinator

Reports to: President of the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee

Summary and Purpose:

Working under the direction of the President of the Board, the development coordinator is responsible for the fund development function of the International Peace Research Association Foundation (IPRAF). The fundraiser plans, coordinates, and executes fund development activities personally, including by directing the work of subordinates and volunteers, and by coordinating the work of IPRAF Board Members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Design and implement the annual and long-range fund development plans

Create a fundraising plan that includes strategies and financial goals for all types of fundraising within one month of hire.
Utilize goal-setting, quality control, and evaluation processes to monitor and measure success.
Present plan to the President of the Board and the Board of Directors.
Evaluate previous development activities and suggestions and make recommendations for changes.
Engage in research to identify new individual, corporate, foundation, and government prospects.
Prepare monthly development reports for the President of the Board and Board of Directors.
Work with the Treasurer, the President of the Board, and others to create the annual budget.

2. Build strong relationships with donors, potential donors, professionals and community foundations in order to extend the base of giving and the recognition of International Peace Research Association Foundation

Represent IPRAF to the public and to prospective donors in a professional manner.
Maintain regular correspondence with the Foundation, donors, and Board Members.
Cultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential corporate and foundation sponsors, and individual donors.
Cultivate major gifts by producing specialized correspondences, preparing letters of acknowledgment, scheduling and attending in-person visits and meetings.
Coordinate and assist in making personal solicitations for funds.
Assist the President of the Board with nurturing the fundraising capacity of the Board.
Approach foundations and other potential donors, arrange site visits and meetings, and ensure appropriate recognition or follow-up.

3. Write grant proposals and reports to corporate and foundation funders

Research public and private grant sources to identify sources of restricted and unrestricted funding.
Research and write many of the major grant proposals for IPRAF.
Coordinate and maintain calendar of grant submissions and reporting requirements.
Maintain records of all grant proposal submissions and their status, providing a monthly report to the Board.
Prepare reports to funders and supervise reports to funders that are done by others.

4. Maintain office records, systems, and funding database for tracking gifts, donors, and prospects

Develop and maintain fundraising procedures.
Provide fundraising leadership and guidance for the IPRAF Board.
Maintain a donor database and all electronic and paper records of contributors and grants.

5. Develop and implement individual donor campaigns, including major gifts, planned giving, and fundraising events

Write fundraising letters and appeals.
Coordinate and supervise direct mail, email, and telephone campaigns.
Coordinate and oversee all fundraising events.
Develop and grow the individual donor base.
Manage annual giving campaigns.
Provide for ongoing promotion of planned giving opportunities.
Organize solicitation for pledges of ongoing support from individuals, corporation, and foundations.

6. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the President of the Board.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Master’s degree preferred.
At least three years of experience with development including fundraising and donor relations.
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Ability to build, maintain and manage long-term relationships with fundraising constituents.
Ability to work cooperatively with people of diverse cultures in different roles and settings.
High energy, flexible, entrepreneurial, with ability for strategic thinking as well as attention to detail.
Preference for experience with creating, executing, and evaluating an annual development plan.
Demonstrated knowledge of peace research.
Demonstrated successful experience with grant writing and reporting.
Experience with the management of information systems including database maintenance.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and Internet research.

Compensation: Between $35.00 and $50.00 an hour, depending upon experience.

Please send resume and cover letter to president (at) iprafoundation.org Only short-listed applicants will be notified by the selection committee.

Deadline: November 9, 2010

http://www.iprafoundation.org/

peacebuildingjobs — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 03:44:38 +0000

Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

	Responsibilities
	The Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University is looking for a Graduate Career Advisor. The Graduate Career Advisor will be responsible for counseling students and alumn (with a primary focus on supporting students within the Coexistence and Conflict masters program), coordinating career development programming and creating relevant resources. Through marketing and leveraging personal, professional and Heller contacts, the Advisor will be responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with private, non-profit, multinational, non-governmental and humanitarian organizations around the globe. Examples of Key Responsibilities: - Responsible for supporting Heller students and alumni interested in the coexistence and conflict and sustainable international development fields through one-on-one and group counseling sessions and development of career/professional development resources. - Responsible for identifying, building and maintaining relationships with potential employers and internship/practicum sponsors. Design and implement professional development employer events including: on and off site employer briefings, career fairs and professional development forums. - Assists Career Services Assistant Dean with ongoing Office of Career Services programming, organizational systems, reporting, database maintenance and administrative needs. For more information on the Heller School, please visit our website at: http://heller.brandeis.edu/
	Qualifications
	- Ability to counsel, advise and support students from diverse cultures, with a strong preference for candidates with experience in the coexistence and conflict field - Excellent written and verbal communications skills, specifically possessing strong professional/business writing and editing abilities - Capacity to plan, organize and lead workshops and career related programming - Outstanding interpersonal skills, with an ability to work well with administrators, faculty, and staff; ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a high capacity for multi-tasking, time management and prioritization. Must be cooperative and flexible as part of a team. - Understanding of higher education communications issues and appreciation of academic culture helpful. - Must have excellent MS Office Suite skill and ability to learn user friendly database input and maintenance.
	How To Apply
	Submit cover letter and resume as a single document athttp://www.brandeis.edu/humanresources/jobs/external.html. Elect option for “External Applicant”. Sort the job listing by clicking the Job ID column heading. Locate the desired job listing. Click the job title and then Apply Now.
	Closing Statement
	Brandeis University operates under an affirmative action plan and encourages minorities, women, disabled individuals, and eligible veterans to apply. It is the policy of the University not to discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other legally protected category.

peacebuildingjobs — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 03:39:59 +0000

The Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame seeks an Associate Director to oversee its growing doctoral programs in peace studies. The Kroc Institute has established doctoral programs in peace studies in partnership with five departments: history, political science, psychology, sociology, and theology. The program expects to grow to approximately 25 students. The program prepares students in research methodologies associated with the disciplines while also fostering interdisciplinary study on the causes of armed conflict, the conditions necessary for peace, and the ingredients for effective peacebuilding.

Working with the Director of Doctoral Studies, the Associate Director will be responsible for all aspects of the program, including recruitment and admissions; curricular development; program policies; student orientation and advising; monitoring student progress; comprehensive exams; student teaching and research assignments; and program reports, publications, and correspondence. The Associate Director will represent the program in various venues, and will serve as a liaison between the Institute, the graduate school, and five partner departments.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, and have expertise and experience in peace studies. Experience in inter-disciplinary program management is desirable. Candidates should also have demonstrated excellence in leadership, communication, and teamwork, as well as organizational and administrative skills. Depending on the successful candidate’s qualifications, the Kroc Institute will explore an appropriate level of teaching and research to complement the primary responsibilities of the position.

The Associate Director of Doctoral Programs is a 12-month (includes summers), untenured faculty position at the Kroc Institute. The position will be open until filled. The Kroc Institute will begin reviewing applications on October 15.

Application should include:

- a letter of application
- curriculum vitae
- 3 letters of reference (at least one of which comments on the candidate’s academic work in peace studies)
- 2 examples of written work

Applications may be sent by email or regular mail to :

Associate Director of Doctoral Studies Search
Attn: Barbara Lockwood
Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies
100 Hesburgh Center for International Studies
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN 46556

Lockwood.1@nd.edu

The University of Notre Dame, an international Catholic research university, is an equal opportunity educator and employer with strong institutional and academic commitments to racial, cultural, and gender diversity. Information about Notre Dame is available athttp://www.nd.edu.

peacebuildingjobs — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 03:37:09 +0000

Peace and Conflict Studies One-Year Position

One-Year Full-Time Instructor of Peace and Conflict Studies, Fall 2011

Guilford College Peace and Conflict Studies Program seeks applications for a
full-time one-year faculty member for Fall 2011 and Spring 2012. The position
includes teaching courses such as mediation and conflict intervention,
nonviolence, culture and violence, and social change. The person needs to have
a strong grounding in the field of Peace and Conflict studies consistent with
Quaker values of nonviolence. Although all candidates with an advanced degree
in Peace and Conflict Studies (or related field) will be considered, preference
will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. in hand before Fall 2011. We
particularly seek applicants who can integrate concerns for social justice with
approaches for conflict transformation and are comfortable in an
interdisciplinary program with diverse student majors and academic interests.
Guilford College seeks applications from people representative of diversity
based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, ethnicity,
religion, national origin, career and life experiences, socio-economic
background, geographic roots, as well as member of the Religious Society of
Friends.
Send or email letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names of three
references to Kyle Dell, Chair, Peace and Conflict Studies, Guilford College,
5800 West Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27410 (kdell@guilford.edu).
Applications received by December 1 will receive full consideration, but the
position will remain open until filled.
EOE/AA

Graduate Career Advisor

FLSA Status

Brandeis – Waltham Campus

peacebuildingjobs — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 03:31:19 +0000

UNIFEM (Part of UN Women). New York, NY, USA.

Closing date: September 29, 2010.

Background:

The International Women’s Commission for a Just and Sustainable Israeli-Palestinian Peace (herewith IWC) was established as a tripartite body comprised of Palestinian, Israeli and International women leaders committed to advancing a just and sustainable peace between Israel and Palestine. The IWC is guided by a Charter of political principles adopted at its founding meeting (Istanbul 2005) that emphasizes the fulfillment of all UN resolutions relevant to the conflict, including UN Security Council Resolution 1325, which is core to the work of the IWC. The IWC regards its role as unique in introducing a women’s rights perspective to mainstream political analysis and political actions, which are absent from ongoing peace negotiation efforts. IWC members engage at the highest political level at home and abroad, drawing on the voices and insights of women experiencing the impact of the conflict in their daily lives.

The IWC was founded with support from the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM – Part of UN Women) and the Executive Director of UNIFEM is the Chair of the IWC. The IWC is supported by two coordinators based in Israel and Palestine, respectively responsible for supporting IWC activities and for coordination of joint IWC activities in the region.

Since its inception, the IWC has also had an International Coordinator, based in Equality Now (an international NGO) during its first 2 years and, most recently, in UNIFEM Brussels. Given the IWC’s most recent strategy meeting in Israel/OpT (August 2009) and its renewed focus on policy advocacy with the United Nations and the U.S. Administration – in addition to ongoing advocacy with European decision-makers – an International Coordinator is being recruited to work out of UNIFEM HQ in New York to support the UNIFEM Executive Director’s role as Chair, intensified outreach and political advocacy internationally, and more sustained engagement with IWC International Members, in line with the IWC work plan for the next 15 months. The Coordinator will be located in UNIFEM’s Governance, Peace and Security team and will also contribute to the team’s capacity to enhance support and knowledge sharing on bringing women leaders across lines of conflict to develop and advance common agendas for peace-building.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Senior Advisor on Governance, Peace and Security, the IWC International Coordinator will be responsible for the following:

Internal Communications

Support the ongoing and effective communications between IWC international members and the Palestinian and Israeli members, working closely with the Palestinian and Israeli coordinators and the Steering Committee

Organize and document all meetings of international Steering Committee members and ensure that all international IWC members are apprised of the outcomes, as well as the Israeli and Palestinian coordinators

Update and liaise with the offices of IWC honorary members to ensure that they are able to fully support the work of the IWC

Disseminate twice monthly updates of IWC member activities as well as of events related to the work of the IWC

Development and Dissemination of IWC analysis and perspectives

Support drafting processes of IWC documents, reports, and statements and provide oversight support finalization and strategic distribution of these products, including to those interested in the IWC’s work

Undertake background research at the request of the IWC in support of IWC communications and advocacy, including on the status of negotiations, on issues of protection and accountability, and in order to support the IWC to pull together existing documentation on the impact of the conflict on the women’s lives

Work with the Palestinian and Israeli coordinators to ensure that the documentation produced is widely available, including on the IWC website, other electronic communications, etc.

As needed, work with media consultants to support placement of IWC vision for a peaceful resolution to the conflict in influential media outlets

International outreach and advocacy

Support international members to organize briefings, missions and other outreach initiatives to build understanding of the gender dimensions of the conflict

In consultation with IWC Steering Committee, build partnerships with social justice networks and peace/security institutions to foster strong partnerships and collective action

Track the deliberations and decisions of the Security Council, the Quartet and other negotiating or security institutions relevant to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and provide updates on these to international IWC members and the Palestinian and Israeli coordinators

Support preparation of documents for and organization of IWC events involving international members (e.g. conferences, all-member meetings, advocacy missions), including preparation of background documents as well as outcome reports, and monitoring that follow up decisions/actions are implemented

Assist the Israeli and Palestinian coordinator, as needed, in facilitating the participation of invited IWC members in outside events

Support IWC linkage with relevant UNIFEM (Part of UN Women) strategic initiatives, including those supported by UNIFEM at EU level, as well as with relevant UNIFEM staff in Headquarters and the Field

Fundraising and administration

With guidance of the Steering Committee and UNIFEM Governance, Peace and Security Senior Advisor, develop and secure IWC consensus on proposals that can be used for resource mobilization

Oversee preparation of high-quality, timely reports to donors and ensure that donors are regularly updated on IWC achievements and challenges

In consultation with UNIFEM financial and administrative staff, ensure financial management and monitoring of all IWC funds and that reports on these are disseminated regularly to IWC members as well as to donors

Broader support for GPS work on women’s peace coalition-building

As time permits and under the direction of the Senior Advisor, Governance, Peace and Security:

Extend lessons learned from IWC networking and partnership development to UNIFEM’s work supporting other coalitions of women peace-builders in other conflict and post-conflict settings. This can include supporting the production of guidance material or policy briefs on the means of enhancing the impact of such coalitions, by, inter-alia, supporting confidence-building measures between civil society groups on different sides of a conflict, supporting engagement between women’s peace coalitions and international Contact Groups and Groups of Friends, supporting encounters with mediators and their teams, and supporting evidence-based advocacy

Support the work of the GPS team in documenting and disseminating lessons learned from UNIFEM’s efforts in sustaining women’s peace activism and building women’s engagement in peace processes and other areas of conflict prevention and mitigation

Support the GPS team in ensuring that efforts towards preparation for 1325+10 and 1820+2 are fully informed by UNIFEM’s approaches and findings on means of engaging women in conflict resolution and peace building

Support the GPS team in related activities at the discretion of the Senior Advisor

Competencies:

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards

Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNIFEM (Part of UN Women)

Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

Promotes knowledge management in UNIFEM and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example

Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting

Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources

Ability to formulate and manage budgets, manage contributions and investments, manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, reporting and cost-recovery

Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit

Good ICT skills, knowledge of Atlas

Ability to implement new systems and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change

Management and Leadership

Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback

Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills

Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

Required Skills and Experience:

Advanced degree (Masters or equivalent) in international development, public policy, development economics or other relevant social sciences, with focus on gender and socio-economic issues

Minimum of 2 years working experience in relevant field

Working on women, peace and security issues, and knowledge of the Israel-Palestine conflict, as well as the UN, are an advantage

Sound judgment, strong analytical skills as well as professionalism and maturity

Strong interpersonal skills, including in networking

Commitment to UN values and specific goals outlined in the IWC Charter

Experience in advocacy work and media outreach

Fluency in English with excellent writing and research skills an absolute requirement

To Apply:

All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UNIFEM Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from http://www.unifem.org/attachments/about/employment/UNIFEM_personal_history_form_P11.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UNIFEM P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.

Please apply online at: http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?job_id=19138

Application Deadline: 29 September 2010.