Social scientist for local land conflicts (m/f/x)
Your Tasks
- You impart expertise on peaceful conflict resolution, e.g. in mediation, ‘do no harm’ and conflict prevention, and thus support the members of the CDJP and CPJP in their commitment.
- You are committed to strengthening the Commission's advocacy work on land management vis-à-vis local authorities.
- You will develop strategies to strengthen social cohesion and solidarity within the communities.
- You will support external communication and organise public relations work to convey messages of peace, increase the visibility of the CDJP and coordinate communication with donors and fundraising activities.
- You will be responsible for the proper disbursement and administration of funds on the ground in accordance with donor guidelines and AGIAMONDO specifications. You will work in partnership with colleagues from the partner organisation.
Your Profile
- You have a degree in social sciences, political science or a comparable field.
- You have experience in conflict transformation, in particular in dealing with land conflicts at local level (mediation, non-violent communication, conflict prevention, etc.).
- You have experience in the implementation of advocacy and PR campaigns.
- Ideally, you have knowledge of project management and the acquisition of third-party funding.
- You are fluent in French and have at least a good knowledge of English.
- You have a driving licence and driving experience.
- You are an EU citizen or Swiss national and, as a member of a Christian church, you are committed to the goals and concerns of the church's development and peace work.
Your work wirth AGIAMONDO and CDJP Bafia
Responsible and Challenging
AGIAMONDO e.V. is the personnel service of German Catholics for development cooperation. In the Civil Peace Service, we offer professionals the opportunity for meaningful service in cooperation with local development actors. The Civil Peace Service (CPS) is a personnel program for violence prevention and peacebuilding in crisis and conflict regions. It is committed to a world in which conflicts are resolved without violence. Together with church and civil society partner organizations in Cameroon, AGIAMONDO aims to make a contribution to civil conflict resolution and sustainable, equitable development in the country through peace-building measures.
The CPS country programme in Cameroon supports non-violent conflict resolution through dialogue and mediation. Partner organisations accompany acute conflicts over land and resources at community level and involve government agencies in sustainable solutions. Peace education and dispute resolution are also integrated into school curricula.
The partner organisation CDJP Bafia focuses on the social aspects of land conflicts. These not only concern land ownership, but also reflect social tensions. Factors such as ethnic, religious and linguistic diversity, traditional structures and poverty contribute to the conflict dynamics. The organisation works to strengthen relationships within and between communities and to promote long-term solutions.
As a small organisation, the CDJP Bafia offers room for manoeuvre. Bafia is located around 20 kilometres from the capital Yaoundé and can be reached via a tarmac road. The location is suitable for families with children, but there are no international schools. Power cuts can occasionally lead to water shortages. Various hospitals are available, for serious cases a transfer to Yaoundé is possible. Sports facilities and some tourist sites are available, but churches characterise the cultural life of the city.
Ihre Ansprechpartnerin
Frau Jacqueline Kallmeyer
Kontakt
AGIAMONDO e.V.
Ripuarenstrasse 8
50679 Köln
