DRC Community Engagement Specialist Jobs in Nigeria
DRC Community Engagement Specialist Jobs in Nigeria
Purpose The Community Engagement Specialist is an advisory position for DRC Nigeria programme designed to promote community safety and security in Borno and Adamawa states through capacity development of local security providers (national police, civilian joint task force and other local security providers recognized by the state) and strengthening trust and collaboration between security providers and local communities.
Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for providing strategic guidance and support to the implementation of community based- policing and engagement in the areas of training, capacity and institutional development. Community Engagement Specialist is a non-management position.
Duties and Responsibilities
The main responsibilities and tasks of the Community Engagement Specialist are the following:
Strategic guidance and technical support:
Identify capacity gaps in terms of skills, knowledge and policy for a robust community-based policing and engagement program component.
In partnership with state police departments, contribute to the development of training approaches to community-based policing that prioritize community-based responses to prevent and reduce crime and armed violence at the local and state level.
Contribute to the development of training curricula in basic law enforcement skills for field-based security providers on: transparency and accountability; community participation in security and safety management; community outreach and consultation methods; ethics and professionalism and human rights.
Ensure the technical work undertaken across the project is in line with international good practice and adapted to the local context in Nigeria.
Ensure liaison with Nigeria Police Service (NPS) at the state level and other key security providers in Borno and Adamawa states.
Where necessary provide strategic guidance and advice to security providers and other partners on community-based policing approaches.
Project Planning and Development:
Identify entry points to community-based policing that produce tangible improvements to security provision in local communities.
Ensure technical soundness of program activities and achievement of program outputs and outcomes in line with the approved work plan through the day-to-day planning, coordination and implementation of activities.
Raise visibility of Dutch-funded programme through sharing best practices and well developed communication materials.
Ensure effective project implementation including training and support provided to DRC staff, management of resources and development of appropriate linkages with other actors involved in supporting community-based policing practices.
Coordination and Strategic Partnerships:
Coordinate program activities and contribute to the development of synergies with relevant actors to ensure a coherent approach to community-based policing in Nigeria.
Contribute to the development of functional partnerships between the program and relevant stakeholders such as security providers, state government, CSOs, community leaders and international NGOs to provide knowledge and understanding, ensuring accurate interpretation of the program objectives and implementation strategy.
Required Qualifications
University degree (Basic or Master’s Degree) in security studies, police studies, law, criminology, political science or other related field; a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive field experience (SSR training, etc.) is preferred.
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 3 years in an international development role in police reform and/or community- based policing; Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Nigeria and other ECOWAS countries.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience managing law enforcement officials; through provision of appropriate training, technical assistance and mentorship.
Understanding of protocol and processes related
to cultural norms of driving change processes with police and government officials;
Experience developing training materials and delivering trainings.
Previous experience in carrying out needs and capacity assessments and designing and/or providing professional capacity building support is an asset;
Experience in using concepts of adult learning and associated methods of training.
Ability to conceptualize and implement within a complex context, with a view to the broader social and political environment.
Knowledge on security management, accountability and transparency, community engagement and human rights.
Knowledge about international and national human rights protection standards with primary focus to those related to the human rights observance in law enforcement and community-based policing activities.
Proven experience in working with international or local organizations on similar assignments is an asset.
Past experience of working in conflict affected countries desirable; Experience in West Africa, in particular NE Nigeria, is a strong advantage
Required Skills & Qualities:
Mature judgment combined with a proactive, resourceful and energetic approach to problem solving.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and strong organizational and time management skills.
A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action.
Ability to handle confidential and politically sensitive issues in a responsible and mature manner.
Proven ability to work effectively under minimum supervision.
Demonstrated behavior of professional and personal ethics.
Ability to write good program reports.
Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders.
Basic computer skills and experience in use of applications such as Microsoft Office;
Ability to coordinate different stakeholders in a complex work environment.
Core Competencies of DRC:
Striving for excellence
Collaboration
Taking the lead
Communication
Demonstrating Integrity
General Regulations
The employee shall follow DRC instructions on safety, confidentiality and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework
Employee should not engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior authorization
Employee should not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the DRC contract period
Employee should not give interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material without prior authorization
Employee shall return all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract period or upon request
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; DRC Community Engagement Specialist Jobs in Nigeria
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