Governance and Peace Specialist
Recruiter: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
About the Organisation
The UNDP Bougainville Programme supports the delivery of multiple initiatives focused on economic development, peacebuilding, and the environment in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea. The programme strives to improve people’s lives through multifaceted initiatives, including parliamentary strengthening, gender transformative peacebuilding, and support for the critical Bougainville peace process.
Job Summary
At a crucial time for the region, the Governance and Peace Specialist will play a key role in delivering peace initiatives within the Sustaining Peace in Bougainville project. You will manage important partnerships, provide top-level advisory support, facilitate dialogues, and support activities centered on the post-referendum consultation process between the Government of Papua New Guinea and the Autonomous Bougainville Government.
Key Details:
- Job Title: Governance and Peace Specialist
- Job ID: 27023
- Contract Level: IPSA-10
- Location: Buka, Bougainville, Papua New Guinea
- Contract Duration: 6 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide top-level advisory support and technical guidance on peace and conflict resolution issues.
- Guide and support the facilitation of dialogues and high-level meetings for the post-referendum consultation process.
- Identify capacity-building needs of leaders and parliamentarians, especially women, and provide technical assistance.
- Produce detailed reports following meetings and workshops related to the peace process.
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with government bodies, UN agencies, and development partners.
- Identify opportunities to support women’s meaningful participation in decision-making processes.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, Peace & Conflict Resolutions, or a related field with 5+ years of experience, OR a Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience.
- Experience: Proven experience in leading projects in peace and conflict resolutions, particularly in post-conflict or fragile settings.
- Skills: Demonstrated experience in high-level planning, strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and delivering training to government representatives.
- Languages: Fluency in English is required.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted through the official UNDP careers portal before the deadline. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination.
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