Program Officer, BSTP – Dialogue – PROGR01634-00001

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JOB BRIEF

The Program Officer takes the lead role in the assessment, development and planning, financial management, and internal and public outreach for the Border Security Training Program’s (BSTP) Community-Security Dialogue Training project in Kenya. The qualified candidate will have experience researching, designing, and managing dialogue training programs in the field of peacebuilding; experience designing and facilitating relevant, sustainable dialogue processes in a conflict context; and experience building the capacity of community-based organizations and/or security actors to facilitate community-based dialogues.

The position is based in Washington, DC and reports to the Senior Program Officer for Internal Trainer Development on the Curriculum and Training Design team (CTD). The CTD team creates and implements rigorous and sustainable transformative learning processes that strengthen the capacity of individual and institutional partners to build peaceful, just, and inclusive societies. CTD is part of the Applied Conflict Transformation center, which serves as the hub of the Institute’s common resources for governments, organizations, and individuals seeking to prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict worldwide.

TARGET SALARY RANGE

Grade 12 – $86,335 – $89,213

The Institute uses the General Schedule salary tables for administering compensation. Offers of employment are determined based upon candidate qualifications, related experience, internal equity and amount budgeted for the position.

RESPONSIBILITES

Program Management:

* Takes the lead role in the assessment, development and planning for the Community-Security Dialogue Training project in Kenya.

* In close collaboration with the BSTP Program Lead, develops the project’s operating plan and designates appropriate resources required to support program goals and objectives.

* Works closely with the BSTP team to design project assessments, curriculum, and training for the Kenyan Border Police Unit and select community-based organizations.

* Travels frequently to Kenya to implement project assessment activities and deliver in-country trainings for the Kenyan Border Police Unit and select community-based organizations.

* In close collaboration with the BSTP team’s curriculum developers, leads ongoing and iterative curriculum development and materials design and standardization for the Trauma-Informed Policing Training project.

* Manages the day-to-day and planning operations of the Community-Security Dialogue Training project

* In close collaboration with the BSTP team, develops after-action reports and project progress reports.

* Stays up to date on new research and programs as they relate to dialogue and peacebuilding.

* Supports the development of concept notes and/or proposals for potential inter-agency agreements to support the project.

Financial Management:

* In close collaboration with the BSTP Program Lead and Finance Program Manager, manages the project budget and ensures activities are implemented within project timelines and in a manner that meets program standards and objectives.

Internal/External Communication:

* Builds relationships and partnerships across centers at USIP.

* Cultivates contacts with other organizations working on dialogue training in the peacebuilding field.

* Attends and participates in various conferences, events, and other programs to speak on behalf of USIP on a specific subject matter area of expertise.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Master’s degree in international relations or related field preferred, or equivalent combinations of education and experience required.

* Four (4) or more years of related experience.

* Experience designing and facilitating community-based dialogues.

* Experience building the capacity of community-based organizations and/or security actors to facilitate community-based dialogues.

* Knowledge of Conflict Management and Peacebuilding approaches and tools.

* Experience working in the African context a plus.

* Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.

* Strong networking skills and capabilities.

* Must have proven ability to lead and motivate others, and to work as a team player.

* Must have excellent interpersonal skills.

* Strong organizational style and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

* Knowledge of project coordination, communication, and management.

* Program and financial management proficiency.

All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of:

1. Completed employment application including titles, dates of hire and salary requirements.

2. Cover letter

3. Resume

For questions about this position please email [email protected]. Do not send resumes or attachments to this email address.

Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted.

No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only.

USIP is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of USIP to offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, political affiliations or belief, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.