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Uganda Conflict Prevention & Reconciliation Specialist

Supporting Access to Justice, Fostering Equity & Peace (SAFE Program)
The International Division of the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) is seeking expressions of interest from qualified Conflict Prevention & Reconciliation Specialists for an anticipated five-year “Supporting Access to Justice, Fostering Equity & Peace” (SAFE Program) to be funded by USAID.
Qualified candidates will have demonstrated record of achievement working on programs to advance peace in Uganda.
***Ugandan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.***
The Conflict Prevention and Reconciliation Specialist will serve as a key member of the SAFE Program team and will lead the formulation and implementation of strategies to enhance peace and reconciliation in conflict prone areas. The Specialist will maintain extensive contacts with relevant civil society organizations working throughout the country. The position is based in Kampala with anticipated regular travel to remote regions of the country.
Competitive Conflict Prevention & Reconciliation Specialist candidates will have:
· A minimum of 6 years of progressively more responsible experience in conflict prevention, mediation and dispute resolution, peace building and/or reconciliation with a particular focus on building the capacity of community groups in conflict prevention and reconciliation.
· Substantial experience in conflict early warning, conflict mitigation and reconciliation working with multiple stakeholders including CSOs, local government and traditional institutions in a developing country. Experience in Uganda strongly preferred.
· Diplomatic demeanor; problem-solving skills; creativity; and flexibility needed to perform effectively in a fluid environment with limited resources.
· Candidates should have a degree in conflict analysis, peace building, reconciliation or related field.
***Ugandan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.***
About us: NCSC is a unique non-profit organization providing technical assistance, training, and technology to advance justice in the 50 U.S. states and around the world. Founded 40 years ago by the leadership of the U.S. courts to deliver on the promise of “Equal Justice Under Law,” today, NCSC partners with donor agencies, host-country governments, and non-governmental organizations around the world to enhance systems, empower communities, and engage citizens to enable equal access to justice for all.
Apply Now: Qualified candidates are encouraged to send CVs and expressions of interest detailing their qualifications for the position of Conflict Prevention & Reconciliation Specialist to international@ncsc.org. Applications will be received through January 2, 2012 and reviewed upon receipt. Due to the volume of candidates, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Program job opportunities are contingent upon program funding.