Project Advisor

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is the implementing agency of the Federal Republic of Germany for technical and international cooperation. It offers flexible, sustainable and effective solutions in political, economic and social change processes. Most of the work of GIZ is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). GIZ also operates on behalf of other German ministries as well as public and private bodies in Germany and abroad. These include the European Commission, the United Nations, the World Bank and governments of other countries.

The Project “Incorporating local perspectives in the implementation of the WPS agenda in the Great Lakes Region (iWPS)” aims to improve conditions for a more systemic implementation of the Women, Peace and Security agenda at the local, national and regional levels in the Great Lakes Region. Commissioned by (BMZ), the project contributes to Germany’s feminist development policy. The project focuses on three key areas: (i) capacity-building and funding of grassroots initiatives to support the localization of the WPS agenda; (ii) advocay and networking by civil society on the localization of the WPS agenda; (iii) monitoring, reporting  and knowledge management on the WPS agenda. The project partners with the International Conference in the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) and other key stakeholders from civil society, ICGLR Members States and regional organizations. Part of the project will be implemented by the Levy Mwanawasa Center, ICGLR‘s think tank, based in Lusaka.

In this context, the project is seeking a suitable candidate for the following position:

Project Advisor – Band 4 (based in Lusaka)

REF: GIZ_iWPS_PA

 Main tasks and responsibilities

• Coordination of activities under the financial agreement concluded between GIZ and LMRC
• Implementation of cross-cutting tasks such as workshops, events, communication and visibility.
• Technical coordination, follow-up and quality control of activities with external service providers
• Advise on content-related and conceptual issues of the project
• Management of information and knowledge, as well as monitoring of the program
• Drafting of periodic reports, talking points and presentations on the implementation of the project
• Implementation of cross-cutting tasks such as workshops, events, knowledge management, communication and visibility.
• Facilitate administration, procurement and financial follow-up of the project with the project team in Kigali

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in political or social sciences, gender studies, peace and security studies or related field
• Master’s degree in political or social sciences, gender studies, peace and security studies or related field
• Specialist knowledge of the women, peace and security agenda

Professional experience

• Atleast 5 – 7  years professional experience on the implementation of regional initiatives in the area of peace and security
• Atleast 5 – 7 Years professional experience in project management including planning, monitoring and reporting

Other knowledge and additional competencies

• Specialist knowledge of quantitative data collection, analysis and reporting processes, as well as the development of peace and security monitoring tools
• Knowledge of gender-responsive monitoring systems, included gender-dissagregated and gender-specific indicators a distinct advantage.
• Proficiency in web-based productivity applications and data management tools such as Cloud-based office suites (e.g. Google Workspace, Microsoft 365)
• Strong communicative skills, team spirit, diplomatic skills, intercultural understanding
• Ability to think and act strategically and analytically, quick comprehension and an eye for the essentials
• Fluency in English both written and spoken
• French in speaking and writing, C1 level or above will be added advantage

The successful candidate will be expected to start employment with GIZ, on a fixed term contract.

Application deadline: 21 July 2024

Please understand, that we can only accept and process applications via our E-recruiting system . Applications should meet the following criteria:

• Cover letter quoting the reference: REF: GIZ_iWPS_PA must be uploaded using font type Arial, size 11. In the first paragraph, please outline your motivation for applying for the position. In the second paragraph, outline your experience in the position.
• CVs must be submitted in PDF not exceeding three (3) pages. Do not indicate your marital status, religion, political affiliation or insert your photo.
• Certificates, qualifications, etc. must not be attached to the application.
• Traceable references of previous engagements must be provided.

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued – regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background or age.

GIZ would like to increase the proportion of employees with disability. People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.