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Scope of the role Responsible for providing support to the grant making and management, research, and communications within the Portfolio Management Unit. |
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Principal accountabilities and ownership 1. Grant Making and Management: Responsible for providing general support to end-to-end grants management processes and administrative support to the Unit; supporting communications with grantees. 2. Research and Communications: Responsible for monitoring in-country developments, conducting small-scale research, attending and reporting back on relevant events in Geneva, and contributing to the preparation of internal and external communication updates. |
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Knowledge/Experience/Qualifications · Master’s degree International Affairs, Relations or Development, Business or Public Administration, Peacebuilding, Conflict Transformation, or a related field · Previous experience in working with an international organisation · Previous experience or demonstrated interest in the prevention of radicalisation to violent extremism will be an asset · Previous experience in working in GCERF partner countries will be an asset Technical skills · Fluency in English and French Personal skills and attributes · Communicate effectively · Can do attitude · Attention to detail · Drive for results · Fostering teamwork · Commitment to continuous learning |
What this role must provide for key working relationships Portfolio Management Head (primary) · Ensure communication and guidance is received from PM Head · Support the PM Head on research and communication Portfolio Management team (primary) · Collaborate closely with Country Managers on Grant Making and Management · Support the relevant processes and unit administration GCERF grantees (secondary) · Maintain and track communication with grantees |
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About GCERF: The Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund (GCERF) is a multi-stakeholder global fund that works with local partners to strengthen community resilience to violent extremism. GCERF is an independent public-private partnership that directs resources to initiatives led by and benefiting local communities in order to empower women, girls, boys, and men. GCERF focuses on local communities because they suffer the most from violent extremism, and because they are optimally placed to understand and act upon the drivers of violent extremism. GCERF’s work is anchored in the Sustainable Development Goals, in particular Goal 16 “Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.” GCERF is also committed to the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy (2006) and the UN Plan of Action to Prevent Violent Extremism (2016).
GCERF is currently active in 7 countries in Bangladesh, Kenya, Kosovo, Mali, Nigeria, the Philippines, Tunisia and soon in Somalia and Sri Lanka, As a multi-stakeholder global fund, GCERF provides a political and resource mobilisation focal point for the international community; extends access within and across countries threatened by violent extremism; promotes innovation; and serves as a repository of expertise. By strengthening communities’ resilience, GCERF promotes peaceful and inclusive societies, and enables sustainable development. |
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General information: · GCERF is committed to diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. · Internship duration: 6- 12 months, on a full-time basis. · Location: the position is based in Geneva · Remuneration: stipend of CHF 1,500.00 per month is provided. |
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Application Process:
Deadline: 20 October 2019
As a part of the recruitment process, shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a written assignment and participate in an interview process.
How to Apply: Please visit the GCERF website at http://www.gcerf.org/about-us/career-opportunities/.
Please send an email to careers@gcerf.org for any question you may have regarding this vacancy. |