Project Manager Job Vacancy: The Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue

The Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue (the HD Centre) is an independent mediation organisation, based in Geneva, Switzerland, dedicated to helping improve the global response to armed conflict

Closing date: 05 Feb 2010
Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Reporting to the Africa Regional Director she/he will:

• Project manage selected Africa based conflict mediation activities;
• Identify potential new conflict mediation work;
• Conduct research and analysis in support of conflict mediation efforts;
• Fundraise and maintain regular contacts with donors in the region.

Candidates should have 7-8 years of professional experience in an international environment, particularly in an African context, and a Master’s degree in conflict resolution, political science, development studies or a other related field.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate high quality project management skills, the ability to effectively build and manage networks and experience of organising high level meetings. Experience in political analysis and conflict resolution is considered an asset.

How to apply

If you have extensive knowledge and professional experience of African political affairs, international peacemaking and conflict mediation send a detailed CV, cover letter, and daytime phone contact to africa @ hdcentre.org

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