h3Mediation Support Program Officer in the 'Mediation Support Project' /h3 p80%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term /p pprintDrucken /p pbCenter for Security Studies (CSS) /b at ETH Zurich is a center of competence for Swiss and international security policy and peace promotion. It offers expertise in research, teaching, and consultancy. /p h3Project background /h3 pThe Think Tank of the Center for Security Studies serves as an important link between academia and practitioners in the field of security policy and as a point of contact and reference for the wider public. The Think Tank’s Mediation and Peace Section supports efforts to negotiate, mediate and transform violent political conflicts by conducting research, providing training and directly supporting those engaged in peace practice and conflict transformation processes. We are seeking someone to work as a Program Officer in our “Mediation Support Project” (MSP), a joint project between the CSS ETH Zurich and swisspeace, working in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA). MSP seeks to strengthen Swiss and international mediation efforts. /p h3Job description /h3 pThe successful candidate will join the Mediation and Peace Team, supporting and leading the implementation of MSP activities. The position will involve the following responsibilities: /p ul liKnowledge management and applied research related to mediation in peace processes /li liDesign and delivery of negotiation and mediation trainings and other capacity building activities /li liSupport the operation of mediation networks /li liConflict analysis /li liSupport dialogue, negotiation and mediation activities /li liWork in conflict contexts /li liTraining of future mediators and peace practitioners /li liTraining for parties in conflict contexts(e.g. /li liCoordination of MSP activities /li liOrganization of MSP activities /li liManagement tasks related to the MSP program /li /ul h3Profile /h3 ul liRelevant MA degree in Social Sciences or Humanities(e.g. peace and conflict studies, political science, sociology, anthropology, environment) /li liA minimum of three years’ work experience related to mediation/mediation support, project management or (applied) research in the peace and conflict field /li liExperience working and living in a conflict-affected context, as well as concrete mediation process support work /li liExperience writing, publishing, and editing applied research /li liWork experience in international organizations, NGOs or think tanks related to the topic of mediation and mediation support /li liStrong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills /li liCurious, cooperative and independent personality /li liProactive approach to tasks /li liAbility to work independently and as part of a team /li liWillingness to travel, including to conflict-affected contexts /li liExcellent proficiency in English is required /li liAt least one Swiss national language is a significant plus /li liOther language skills are beneficial /li /ul h3We offer /h3 ul liWe offer the opportunity to apply and develop mediation support and research skills, within the environment of a university-based think tank working on security and peace issues. /li liThe term for the appointment is for two years, with the option of extension if there is funding and if there is mutual agreement to continue the cooperation. /li liWe offer a workplace in the center of Zurich with attractive working conditions. Further training and the ability to conduct applied research, publish the results in different formats and provide your own process support related to peace mediation are part of the career development and are central elements of our personnel policy. /li /ul pchevron_rightWorking, teaching and research at ETH Zurich /p h3We value diversity and sustainability /h3 pIn line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mediation Support Program Officer in the 'Mediation Support Project' Arbeitgeber: University of Denver
UNDP in Bonn, Deutschland, bietet eine herausragende Arbeitsumgebung für den Security Coordination Associate, der Teil eines engagierten Teams ist, das sich für nachhaltige Entwicklung und soziale Gerechtigkeit einsetzt. Die Unternehmenskultur fördert Vielfalt und Inklusion, während Mitarbeiter durch kontinuierliche Weiterbildung und die Möglichkeit zur Zusammenarbeit in multidisziplinären Teams wachsen können. Zudem profitieren die Angestellten von einem stabilen Arbeitsumfeld, das auf die Erreichung der Nachhaltigkeitsziele ausgerichtet ist und ihnen die Chance gibt, einen bedeutenden Beitrag zur globalen Sicherheit zu leisten.
