Social Scientist for Reconciliation and Peace Education (m/f/x)
Your tasks
- You will specifically strengthen the capacities of the Justice and Peace network in the areas of reconciliation work, promotion of a culture of peace, prevention of violence and organizational development.
- Together with the J&P network, you will develop and implement a standardized methodology and practical tools to promote reconciliation, a culture of peace and non-violence.
- You coordinate and support the J&P network in planning and implementing project-related activities with youth groups to promote the reconciliation process in Burundi.
- You actively promote the cooperation of the J&P network with technical and financial partners to strengthen synergies.
- You establish modern knowledge management strategies and contribute to making the achievements and successes of the J&P network visible internally and externally.
- You will be responsible for the proper spending and management of funds on the ground in accordance with donor guidelines and AGIAMONDO requirements. You will work in partnership with colleagues from the partner organization.
Your profile
- You have a degree in social sciences or education or a comparable university degree in the fields of peace and reconciliation, non-violent conflict transformation.
- You have sound knowledge and proven experience in reconciliation and remembrance work, truth-finding and conflict transformation.
- You have demonstrable experience in working with young people to promote a culture of peace and reconciliation.
- You have experience in project management and the processing of project experiences.
- You have experience in capacity building and organizational development as well as networking.
- You are fluent in written and spoken French and English.
- A driver's license and driving experience are mandatory.
- 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 church development and peace work.
Cooperation with AGIAMONDO and the CEJP
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 (ZFD) 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 Burundi, AGIAMONDO aims to make a contribution to civil conflict resolution and sustainable, equitable development in the country through peace-building measures.
The CEJP Burundi (Commission Episcopale Justice et Paix Burundi) is a recognized Catholic non-governmental organization in Burundi that is committed to social justice and peace. Together with commissions at diocesan and community level, the organization promotes reconciliation, supports victims of human rights violations and is committed to non-violent conflict resolution and dealing with a violent past. Their work includes training, awareness-raising campaigns and support for local initiatives. In this position, you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to the reconciliation process in Burundi, particularly through your work with young people on the topic of non-violence and the promotion of a culture of peace.
Your contact person
Mrs. Jacqueline Kallmeyer
Contact us
AGIAMONDO e.V.
Ripuarenstrasse 8
50679 Köln
