Civil Peace Service (CPS) Advisor (m/f/d) for conflict transformation at the Initiatives for International Dialogue

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The CPS Programme Philippines contributes to transforming violent conflict and promoting peace in Mindanao. The Philippines have experienced decades of armed conflict between the government and ethno-national resistance groups. CPS peace advisors cooperate with partners from the academe, civil society organisations, the media and governmental institutions to contribute to an inclusive and sustainable peace in Mindanao. The Initiatives for International Dialogue (IID) is a regional advocacy institution doing policy, campaigns, and solidarity work to advocate for people-to-people solidarity through its peacebuilding and thematic work in the Philippines and in Southeast Asia.

• Strengthening of GIZ-CPS’ partnership with IID through the advice, support and accompaniment of joint peacebuilding projects in the areas of indigenous peoples’ rights, conflict transformation and transitional justice
• Support and accompaniment of the indigenous peoples convergence ‘Lumad Husay Mindanaw
• Identification and addressing of individual and organisational capacity development needs and develop, design and implement corresponding measures such as trainings, workshops, hospitations, etc.
• Provision of external perspectives and expertise to the partner organisation and advise along conflict transformation approaches, such as conflict sensitivity, do-no-harm and human rights
• Regular conduct of planning, monitoring and evaluation with regards to the CPS programme’s impact goals
• Contributions to the CPS programme through the development of knowledge and communication products, support to the operational planning and other upcoming tasks
• Active participation in and support to team activities, meetings and workshops
• Regular reporting on state of impact achievement

• University degree in social anthropology, political sciences, peace and conflict studies or related subjects
• Several years of relevant work experience in working closely with civil society organisations, indigenous peoples or youth
• Basic understanding of the multi-layered conflict context in Mindanao and familiarity with regional, political context in Southeast Asia
• Excellent communication skills, especially in conflict-sensitive communication, excellent self-organisation skills, collaborative and openness to learn from and work with indigenous peoples
• Strong sense of cultural sensitivity
• Distinct capacities in self-organisation and working independently
• Commitment to core values of GIZ-CPS, such as mutual respect, inclusiveness, non-violent communication and human rights
• Fluency in English and willingness to learn Visayan

We are pleased to offer you a first impression on topics such as climate, shopping and services, the school situation and health care in Philippines.

• Duty station: Davao City, Mindanao, with frequent business trips to Manila, Cagayan de Oro, Iligan and Surigao
• Climate: Tropical island climate with significant rainfalls during rainy season
• Health provision: Adequate medical provisions and services by international standards in Davao and Manila
• Shopping and Living: Local and international products are available, several tourist destinations for recreational purposes in the vicinity
• Accessibility: Domestic and international airport within one hour by car, several flights to Manila daily, international connections to Singapore, Hong Kong, etc.
• Children: Duty station is suitable for families with small children
• Schools: International schools are available, school fees are reimbursed according to GIZ guidelines
• Security threats and natural disasters: Generally safe, but the overall security situation requires compliance with all GIZ security regulations. Davao City is prone to natural disasters such as earthquakes

In general, the security situation is calm. GIZ staff must adhere to security measures at all times. Please also check the county-specific information provided by the German Federal Foreign Office. GIZ runs a professional security risk management system in the field of deployment. GIZ does not impose any restrictions on life partners and family members to move with you to the country of deployment. We kindly ask you to inform yourself which forms of relationships are legally and socially accepted in the country of deployment.

GIZ's Development Service is looking forward to applications of candidates with a professional qualification and / or university degree and at least two years of professional experience. In addition you hold the German nationality or the nationality of a member state of the European Union.

Willingness to travel on a regular basis is required.

For general questions from dependent partners about local employment - please contact us at: map@giz.de

A prerequisite for the conclusion of the agreement is the lifting of the restrictions currently in force in the company on the possibilities for travel and business trips in order to contain the worldwide spread of the Covid-19 virus.

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We offer the opportunity to work in an innovative and worldwide operating institution related to development policy. Your competencies and qualifications are demanded on the spot in an interdisciplinary team. You advise governmental and civil society organizations at local or municipal level. The Development Service of GIZ offers a comprehensive service package. It includes a specific technical and personal preparation. The basis for the deployment of specialists in the development service is the German Development Workers Act (EhfG).

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, age or sexual orientation.