DEADLINE: 03 February 2012
Countries/Region: AFRICA
The ACTION Support Centre was initially established in 2002 on the basis of a mandate to set up a communications hub for the network members of ACTION global.
A global network of individuals and organizations built on shared values, working with communities and committed to positive action to transform conflict and build a world of justice and peace, where basic needs are met, and human rights and dignity are respected.
To promote people-centered approaches to transforming conflicts through a process of learning, sharing and working together at all levels and to do this in a way that builds trust and creates a culture of peace.
Prospective candidates should have completed a degree/diploma in Peace Studies, Conflict Studies, International Relations, Development Studies, or a closely related field, or have the equivalent experience. Your proven skills in contributing to organization building, writing at both an academic level and more informally for blogs and webpages, research, running campaigns and training will work to your advantage.
Eligibility:
- Proficiency in English is a must! French and/or Portuguese will give you an edge.
- Applicants should be committed to working 3½ days a week and some weekends when required.
- This is a volunteer position, though ACTION will pay a nominal honorarium to cover transport costs and basic subsistence.
- In order to apply for the position send a detailed CV with a cover letter outlining why you think you should be considered for the position, and a copy of your identity document to richard@asc.org.za or rindai@asc.org.za before the closing date.
How to apply:
- Writing articles/poems/stories/sharing case studies for the Peace and Development Platform Drums for Change newsletter, Solidarity and Transformation Agenda e-newsletter and ASC peacebuilding practitioners’ news blog.
- Requesting subscriptions to the above newsletters.
- Participating in ASC activities that are relevant to you.
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