The Centre researches and documents the critical yet often-neglected experiences of women in situations of armed conflict globally. Since 1996, we have provided data and information on women, peace and security, highlighting human rights violations against women and women’s human rights defenders.
We acknowledge that women are knowers and not merely sources of data. As such we listen to women’s voices to gain access to and amplify their insights, voices and experiences.
Isis-WICCE research has been conducted in 27 countries including 15 countries in Africa (Burundi, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Somaliland, South Africa, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda and Southern Sudan) and 12 countries in Asia, Latin America and the Balkans (Albania, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Colombia, El Salvador, India, Mexico, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri-Lanka, Yugoslavia and Nepal)
The feminist leadership institute is a safe space for women to galvanize their feminism while enhancing their leadership capacities to effectively participate in peace building and conflict resolution. We build the capacity of women as change agents in peace building and post-conflict recovery through leadership training, cross-cultural exchanges, research and ‘giving back to the community’ initiatives.
The institute addresses the deficit of women’s leadership in armed and post-conflict settings, by building a vanguard of women leaders with skills and knowledge to respond to conflict dynamics, sexual and gender-based violence as well as challenging structures that undermine women’s rights.
Since 1984, the institute has reached over 1500 women leaders from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Balkans. Through educative cross-cultural exchanges, training seminars, solidarity visits and think tanks, a multiplicity of feminists, leaders and change agents share knowledge, critique existing policies, leadership and structures to design and apply approaches for social change.
Women leaders have exchanged ideas, learnt from each other, and adopted cross-cultural strategies and solidarity actions to address a wide range of women’s issues while giving back to their communities. Institute alumnae have conducted research to conduct evidence-based advocacy to influence policies, programmes and action in response to women’s identified concerns.
Some of the alumnae’s efforts as part of the institute include hosting war victims’ burials for community healing and closure; conducting medical camps to address sexual and reproductive health issues; trauma counseling; supporting local livelihood enhancement efforts; creating community based organisations to effect local peace building activities, conducting policy advocacy and creating unique tools such as videos, as aids.
The institute works towards building and contributing to a global movement of women peace activists.
Since 1984 institute has reached over 1,800 women leaders from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Balkans , building a vanguard of skilled and knowledgeable women leaders contributing to a global movement of women peace activists. Through educative cross-cultural exchanges, training seminars, solidarity visits and think tanks, a multiplicity of feminists, leaders and change agents share knowledge; conduct research; critique existing policies, leadership and structures.
Through communication and knowledge management, The Centre, formerly Isis-WICCE seeks to inform and influence global discourse on gender, peace and security, serving as a vital resource hub and reference point for policy makers, activists, academia, civil society, ordinary women and men to effect gender-responsive social change.
We prioritise sharing information and communicating directly to decision-makers as well as a diverse set of individuals shaping women’s lives at local, national, regional and international levels.
Through this, The Centre contributes to building an informed wave of world leaders who respect gender diversity and uphold women’s rights.
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Women’s International Peace Centre (The Peace Centre) formerly Isis-Women’s International Cross Cultural Exchange (Isis–WICCE) is a feminist organization with a mission to ignite women’s leadership, through amplifying women’s voices and deepening their activism to (re)create peace.
Women’s International Peace Centre is seeking Expressions of Interest from libraries (academic or public), organisations, students, etc who are interested in receiving our vast collection of publications including Training Manuals, Research Reports, Journals, Essays, Policy briefs, Reports, Magazines and Handbooks covering various topics such as Feminism, Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights, Governance, Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation, . This collection will have added value to individuals, writers, students, researchers from various disciplines and many others as well.
Submission Guidelines;
Eligible applicants should include in their application why they are interested in the particular collection.
Women’s International Peace Centre formerly Isis-Women’s International Cross Cultural Exchange (Isis–WICCE) is a feminist organization with a mission to ignite women’s leadership, through amplifying women’s voices and deepening their activism to (re)create peace. Since 1996, The Peace Centre/Isis-WICCE has researched and documented the critical yet often-neglected experiences and perspectives of women in conflict and post-conflict. We are committed to making information available for women to influence decision making in peace process.
2. Feminist Peace Series Magazine
This is the first edition of the Feminist Peace Series Magazine, a publication that shares theunderstanding of Feminist Peace from everyday practice of peace building. The Feminist Peace Series Magazine continues to build a community of diverse contributors and readers that value activism and that understand feminist perspectives on peacebuilding.
3. Assignment Description;
The Peace Centre seeks consultants to edit (proof reading and script editing) the Feminist Peace Series Magazine
Required Skills and Experience:
Demonstrated experience in writing
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Time Management skills
Application Process:
Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae and financial proposal Expressing your Interest in the role toeditorialboard@wipc.org by 18th September 2020. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
Women’s International Peace Centre
Plot 1, Martyrs Garden B, Ministers Village, Ntinda, Kampala
Women’s International Peace Centre (The Peace Centre) formerly Isis-Women’s International Cross Cultural Exchange (Isis–WICCE) is a feminist organization with a mission to ignite women’s leadership, through amplifying women’s voices and deepening their activism to (re)create peace. To achieve this, the Peace Centre within its current Strategic Plan envisions a well-structured and continuously improved systems and structures that enable effective delivery on strategic results. The Finance department is a core arm of the organization that requires to be strong, focussed and supported to ensure resources are adequately accounted and reported to partners. Our aim is to push boundaries at higher scales, promote growth and strengthen capacity to improve our response to demands on our work area.
To this end, the Peace Centre seek the technical support of an expert to provide technical support and mentorship to Finance staff team.
2.0 Overall and Specific objective
The overall objective of the assignment is to strengthen the capacity and skills of finance staff for enhance performance against job roles requirements. More specifically, the assignment should:
Improve the financial management capacity of Finance staff for improved performance.
Improve knowledge of Finance team on current accounting and financial management practices.
3.0 Terms of reference for finance support
Review the Finance system and structure of the Peace Centre to determine its adequacy to enable the achievement of organizations financial accountability;
Identify existing gaps in staff financial management capabilities and develop a support/training plan to address the identified gaps;
Review existing job description of staff to ensure clarity and separation of duties;
Provide technical support and develop a framework for weekly, monthly and quarterly financial report to Management and Board of Directors as stipulated in the Finance Policy (i.e. monthly management report, Quarterly Board report, weekly budget forecast);
Review existing Finance software to determine the level of understanding of staff on its use and applicability;
4.0 Expected outputs:
An initial report of review of staff capacities and finance system and structures, detailing gaps and proposals to address identified gaps.
A draft training programme for Finance staff
Revised job description for finance staff including a clear reporting line.
Report of training with an assessment report on each staff performance and clear action points for follow up.
5.0 Required Skills and Experience:
i. Demonstrated experience in finance management in an NGO sector
ii. Familiarity with current practices in accounting and finance
iii. Masters or Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting and Finance
iv. Critical thinking and analysis
v. Time Management
6.0 Application Requirements:
Application document, stating method of work. Curriculum Vitae, evidence of past related assignments, proposed budget and schedule.
Please note; Applicants can submit as individual consultants or as institutions.
7.0 Application Process
Expression of Interest including technical and financial proposals can be submitted as soft copy by email to procurement@wipc.org by 16th September 2020. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
Women’s International Peace Centre
Plot 1, Martyrs Garden B, Ministers Village, Ntinda, Kampala
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Driver Number of Positions: 2(Two) Duty Station: National Level, Kampala Reporting to: Administrative Assistant Contract Term: 18 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Administrative Assistant the Driver will perform the following functions:
Driving of office vehicles for the transportation of staff and Eminent Women on official duties
Delivery and collection of mail, documents and other official correspondence as requested by the supervisor
Conscientious and careful handling of the vehicles and reporting of all faults or accidents to the responsible authorities
Maintenance of the assigned vehicles, making routine checks of oil, water, battery, brakes and tyres as necessary
Daily cleaning of the vehicles
Maintenance of a Log Book on mileage, fuel consumption and servicing; and periodically submitting it to the Accounts Assistant for verification and processing
Writing a weekly vehicle analysis report for monitoring
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
Ordinary Level Certificate of Education
Possession of valid driver’s license classes B, CM and DL
At least 5 years of experience as a driver in a Non-Governmental Organisation
Experience in driving senior officials
History of a safe driving record
Experience driving a 4X4 vehicles on rough terrain
Experience in defensive driving
Experience in driving upcountry and knowledge of the regions in Uganda is an added advantage
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is required
Knowledge of local languages spoken in Uganda is an asset
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Administrative Assistant Number of Positions: 1(One) Duty Station: National Level, Kampala Reporting to: Finance Manager Contract Term: 18 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Administrative Assistant will perform the following functions:
Provision of Front desk management, public relations and reception services to walk in clients
Ensuring incoming mails, correspondence and letters reach the attention of the addressee in sufficient time
Management of information and documentation flow, which includes filing and helping to collect, compile and disseminate records, correspondence, and documents, both electronically and in hard copy
Create, as necessary, filing systems both electronically and in hard copy
Day to day management of the office
Ensuring the safe custody of all information, equipment and materials
Management and supervision of the vehicles and drivers
Store management and safe custody of office assets and equipment
Ensuring regular and timely updates of the assets register and safe custody of office equipment.
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience
A Degree or equivalent in Secretarial and Office Management or relevant field
At least 3 years’ experience in office management with a development or private sector institution
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Finance Assistant Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: Finance Manager Contract Term: 18 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant will perform the following functions:
Preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports as per donor contractual guidelines and institutional financial policies
Preparation of budgets, budget monitoring and analysis of reports
Provision of financial support and financial reports and monthly reconciliations
Processing of payments, review of accountabilities and verification of all invoices and requisitions; ensuring that adequate supporting documents are in place in line with institutional financial guidelines and regulations
Management and timely replenishment of Petty cash in line with institutional procedures
Ensuring all financial documents are properly documented, filed and safely stored
Support to internal and external financial audit processes.
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and/or Finance Certified Public Accountant or hold CPA, CFA, CPMA
A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in accounting/finance with any bilateral or International funding or non-profit development agencies
Experience in developing project budgets and financial management system
Experience in facilitating development of accounting software
Significant knowledge of international donor financial reporting procedures and the Government of Uganda policies, rules and regulations.
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Finance Manager Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: National Coordinator Contract Term: 18 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the National Coordinator, the Finance Manager will perform the following functions:
Provision of strategic management and administration of the Finance Unit
Supervision and oversight of staff in the Finance Unit
Financial and resources management
Implementation of policies and guidelines on financial management, Audit and compliance
Development of financial management mechanisms and guidelines to minimizes financial risks
Preparation of monthly budget and cash flow monitoring reports
Provision of sound financial advice for management decisions
Enforcement of compliance with institutional guidelines and statutory obligations including filing NSSF, PAYE, WHT among others
Management of financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems
Preparation of financial reports in line with approved financial standards and guidelines
Liaison with external auditors to ensure Annual and project audits are conducted
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and/or Finance Certified Public Accountant or hold CPA, CFA, CPMA.
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in accounting and / finance; 3 years of which should be at managerial level with bilateral or International funding or non-profit development agencies
Experience in developing project budget and financial management system
Experience in facilitating development of accounting software
Significant knowledge in international donor financial reporting procedures and the Government of Uganda policies, rules and regulations.
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: National Coordinator Contract Term: 18 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the National Coordinator, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will perform the following functions:
Management and coordination of the monitoring, evaluation and learning activities as stipulated in WSR programme log frames
Development and maintenance of a robust Monitoring and Evaluation system in line with the WSR core objectives
Support to the designing and conducting of research, data analysis and reporting in line with the WSR principles
Provision of technical assistance and capacity building to staff in the monitoring and evaluation function, data interpretation and analysis
Development, refinement and management of the process for regular reporting on findings, analysis of data trends and coordination of interpretation and dissemination of information in accordance with WSR programme objectives
Initiation, coordination and support to Reviews and Reflection forums of the Steering Committee, Eminent Women and staff of the WSR
Support to the end of elections Assessment and documentation of the WSR Uganda experience.
Technical Competencies:
Design and management of evaluation processes, including with multiple stakeholders;
Survey design and implementation
Programme policy planning, monitoring and management
Understanding of human rights-based approaches to programming
Understanding of Results Based Management (RBM) principles
Logical framework analysis
Quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis
Rapid assessment procedures and Participatory approaches.
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A relevant Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
A Post Graduate Diploma or Masters’ Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage
Knowledge and understanding of computer analysis packages such SPSS, Excel and others
A minimum of five years’ experience working in monitoring and evaluation
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: IT Specialist Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: National Coordinator Contract Term: 18 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the National Coordinator, the IT Specialist will perform the following functions:
Management and coordination the WSR IT infrastructure design, planning and implementation
Development of guidelines for WSR IT management
Ensuring quality and timely delivery of IT products and services; maintenance and continual updating of systems set-up
Monitoring IT connectivity status of all WSR sites; monitoring of speed and quality of connectivity and taking corrective actions as necessary
Monitoring and provision of protection for IT equipment against risks
Development of a WSR database of information, ensuring adequate storage and protection
Design of an online interface for the WSR that allows different project-related teams to connect and access information for project-related needs in a timely manner
Development of a User Manual and troubleshooting for the duration of the project
Orientation of WSR Secretariat staff, Eminent Women and Steering Committee in the use of IT and online communications as may be required due to COVID-19 prevention restrictions of the Elections Roadmap.
Technical Competencies:
Working knowledge of Information Technologies
Experience with Windows services, web technologies, web services
Working knowledge of mobile applications (Android, IOS, Windows Mobile)
Ability to handle and manage big data with minimal oversight
Ability to work under tight deadlines, manage multi-task requirements, high attention to detail and a high degree of pro-activity and initiative
Hands-on and results-oriented approach
Well-developed interpersonal and team working skills, initiative, persistence and a positive attitude.
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A Degree in Information Technology (IT), Engineering, Data or Computer Sciences or related discipline
Knowledge of and understanding of computer analysis packages such SPSS, Excel and others.
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Regional Communications Officer Number of Positions: 3 (Three) Duty Station: Eastern, Western and Northern Uganda Reporting to: Communications Manager Contract Term: 3 Months
PLEASE INCLUDE REGION OF PREFERENCE IN YOUR APPLICATION
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Communications Manager, the Regional Communications Officer will perform the following functions:
Contribution to the development and implementation of WSR Communications Strategy
Contribution of content to the WSR website and social media platforms through the National Communications Officer
Support to the Communications Manager and National Communications Officer in the conduct of a proactive media campaign of advocacy for peaceful elections in the region
Ensuring effective internal communications across all WSR stakeholders in the region
Contribution to the production of communications and knowledge products of the WSR
Writing impact stories on WSR activities in the region
Liaison with the National Communications Officer, in the management and sharing of appropriate information on the activities of the WSR, in line with WSR procedures
Liaison with the WSR Eminent Women, Youth Peer to Peer Peace Advocates, Women Peace Advocates, WSR Election Observers and other stakeholders in the region.
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Communications, Information Management, Journalism, or relevant field
Knowledge and understanding of Gender, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Mediation and Reconciliation is an added advantage.
At least 3 years of progressively responsible work experience in communications, advocacy, research and information.
Excellent writing and editing skills across a range of communications formats and platforms
Knowledge of and solid experience in using a range of standard IT software.
Languages:
Fluency in English is required
Knowledge of local languages spoken in the region is an asset.
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Communications Officer Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: Communications Manager Contract Term: 12 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Communications Manager, the Communications Officer will perform the following functions:
Contribution to the development and implementation of WSR Communications Strategy
Design, management, maintenance and regular updating of the WSR website and social media platforms
Support to the Communications Manager in the conduct of a proactive media campaign of advocacy for peaceful elections
Ensuring effective internal communications across all WSR stakeholders
Contribution to the production of communications and knowledge products of the WSR
Production of WSR impact stories on activities across all regions
Provision of technical advice on management and sharing of appropriate information on the activities of the WSR in line with WSR procedures
Support to the Communications Manager in liaison with the WSR Eminent Women, Steering Committee, Regional Communications Officers and other stakeholders.
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Communications, Information Management, Journalism, or relevant field
Knowledge and understanding of Gender, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Mediation and Reconciliation is an added advantage.
At least 3 years of progressively responsible work experience in communications, advocacy, research and information.
Excellent writing and editing skills across a range of communications formats and platforms
Knowledge of, and solid experience in using a range of standard IT software.
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Communications Manager Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: WSR Technical Adviser Contract Term: 18 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the WSR Technical Advisor, the Communications Manager will perform the following functions:
Supports the development and implementation of communications strategies and plans for the WSR, including:
Elaboration of a Communications Strategy in accordance with the WSR project plan
Management of the development and dissemination of messages for both online and offline communication, for peace advocacy, through multi-media platforms of print, electronic, creative design and social media
Ensuring the appropriate visibility of the WSR and compliance with WSR guidelines of non-partisanship and fair and professional presentation
Coordination of the production of WSR communications materials
Identification of appropriate channels for dissemination of all information to relevant target audiences
Leadership and supervision of the Communications Team including one National Communications Officer and three (3) Regional Communications Officers in the implementation of the Communications Strategy
Guidance on communications initiatives and support activities of the Eminent Women and Steering Committee.
Manages the WSR Media and Press relations, including:
Ensuring a non- partisan portrayal of the WSR activities in the media
Elaboration and implementation of media strategies in line with WSR procedures on positioning and partnership of the WSR with the media
Organisation of press conferences and media and press interviews related to the WSR
Drafting of Press Releases
Production of media kits
Timely and clear response to media inquiries
Establishment and maintenance of contacts with local media
Management, in close consultation with the WSR Technical Advisor, of coverage of events, campaigns and WSR activities in the media.
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor’s or Masters’ degree in Communications, Information Management, and Journalism or relevant field
Knowledge and understanding of Gender, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Mediation and Reconciliation is an added advantage.
At least 6 years of progressively responsible work experience in communications, advocacy, research and information
Excellent writing and editing skills across a range of communications formats and platforms
Experience in the use of computers applications and software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) as well as web-based management systemsExperience in the use of social media and digital communications
Experience in graphic design, photography and photo editing and/or web design is an asset.
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Regional Youth Coordinator Number of Positions: 3 (Three) Duty Station: Eastern, Western and Northern Uganda Reporting to: National Youth Coordinator Contract Term: 3 Months
PLEASE INCLUDE REGION OF PREFERENCE IN YOUR APPLICATION
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the National Youth Coordinator, the Regional Youth Coordinator will perform the following functions:
Support to the development of the Youth Engagement Strategy for the WSR and facilitate engagement with youth – Civil Society Organisations and platforms in one of the regions (Eastern, Western or Northern)
Provision of advice on issues related to the WSR youth work
Serving as the focal point for incorporating youth engagement into the WSR regional strategy
Liaison and engagement with the Ministry of Youth, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Gender, and other public institutions at District level on relevant issues and strategies for youth empowerment during the electoral process
Liaison with the WSR Secretariat team, both in the region and at the main office for relevant advice on youth issues
Participation in project planning meetings and regularly updating project work plans in collaboration with National Youth Coordinator
Support to the coordination and facilitation of youth training, Youth Peer to Peer activities and peace advocacy campaigns in the region
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A degree or professional qualification in: Peace and Security Studies, Public Administration and Management; Development Studies; International Relations, or a relevant field
At least 3 years’ experience of working in a relevant field, including demonstrable experience in project planning and management
Excellent understanding of youth and civil society issues in Uganda and demonstrable experience working with youth;
A good understanding of key political, social and economic issues in Uganda, and an interest in conflict prevention, peace-building and governance programming involving young people
Experience of working in peace-building will be an advantage
Experience in monitoring, learning and evaluation is desirable
Experience in working on youth policy and with youth networks; as well as in engagement with government will be an advantage.
Languages:
Fluency in English is required
Knowledge of languages spoken in the region is an added advantage.
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: National Youth Coordinator Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: National Coordinator Contract Term: 12 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the National Coordinator, the Youth Coordinator will perform the following functions:
Development of a Youth Engagement Strategy with appropriate guidelines for engagement with young women and men in line with the WSR strategies
Liaison and engagement with the Ministry of Youth, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Gender, public institutions and other stakeholders on issues and strategies for youth empowerment in relation to the electoral process, conflict resolution and management processes
Development of criteria for establishing youth peer to peer peace advocates, including, drafting terms of reference, youth selection and other relevant processes as required
Coordination and facilitation of youth training, as well as roundtable meetings and awareness-raising campaigns across project locations
Mentoring and building capacities of stakeholders on youth-related interventions to enable them to plan, design, implement, monitor, and evaluate youth interventions based on WSR analysis.
Support to local youth actors to design and deliver effective peace advocacy and awareness-raising campaigns in line with the Women’s Situation Room strategies
Overseeing the implementation of youth activities in support of the WSR project
Contribution to cross-organizational learning on youth, peace, security and justice, and identifying opportunities for cross-organizational learning and initiatives.
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A recognized first degree or professional qualification in: peace and security studies, public administration and management; development studies; international relations, or a relevant field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a relevant field, including project planning and management
Excellent understanding of youth and civil society issues in Uganda and demonstrable experience in working with youth
A good understanding of key political, social and economic issues in Uganda, and an interest in conflict prevention, peace-building and governance programming involving young people
Experience of working in peace-building will be an advantage
Experience in working with youth networks, youth policy and engagement with government will be an advantage
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Technical Advisor Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: Host Organisation and ABIC Contract Term: 18 Months
Reporting to the Host Organisation and Angie Brooks International Centre, the WSR Technical Advisor will provide on the ground, hands-on guidance in the following areas:
Planning and Preparations
Participate in the conceptualisation, planning and organisation of the WSR 2021
Support the setting up of the Steering Committee and participate in Steering Committee meetings
Support the production of documents, information materials, literature and publications for the WSR
Support the identification and recruitment of national and international Eminent Women, with emphasis on non-partisanship and neutrality to protect the credibility of the WSR
Assist in linkages to relevant authorities and stakeholders
Advocate, promote and provide clarifications on the WSR and its objectives wherever necessary.
Orientation and Capacity Building
Support ABIC in the orientation of the Steering Committee, the WSR Secretariat staff and consultants and the Eminent Women on the WSR process
Support the review of WSR training programmes and tools from ABIC for contextualisation to the Uganda situation
Support the Training of Trainers (TOT) for the Youth Peer-to-Peer process, the Women Peace Advocates and the Election Observers
Ensure local capacity building in all ABIC support and technical guidance
Partnerships and Advocacy
Promote the WSR, its goal, objectives, spirit and values throughout the process
Support the establishment of linkages with key elections management institutions and other stakeholders
Media Support
Provide technical assistance to the implementation of a viable Communications and Media strategy
Support the WSR Secretariat in the management of the Media in the interest of promoting and protecting the WSR
Ensure proper documentation of the WSR Uganda experiences for Lessons and Best Practices for application in future WSRs in Africa.
Coordination of the Eminent Women and the Group of The Wise
Serve as Team Leader for the WSR Eminent Women
Promote the non-partisan and neutral nature and spirit of the WSR to ensure protection of the integrity of the mechanism by the Eminent Women and the Group of The Wise.
Technical Support to the Physical Room
Provide support to the Host Organization and the ABIC Coordinator in the day to day management and coordination of the activities of the WSR.
Post Elections Coordination
Provide support to ABIC in the coordination of the planned Review and Capacity Building of the WSR mechanism for its ongoing improvement and refinement
Provide the link between the WSR Uganda 2021 and the planned continental Review
Provide support to the WSR Uganda Secretariat in its management of the Continental Review meeting and capacity building of the WSR mechanism.
Core competencies:
Sensitivity to and ability to manage in a politically charged environment
Ability to demonstrate political neutrality and non-partisanship
Leadership: ability to persuade others to follow
Communication: ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform
Ability to manage complexities
Ability to manage multi stakeholders
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
First Degree or Master’s Degree or equivalent in social sciences, Economics, Law, Public or Business Administration; Human Rights, Gender or Women’s Studies, International Development, Peace and Security or a related field is required
Training and experience in Mediation
Minimum of 10 years of programme management experience in the field of governance and development
Proven experience in coordination and networking
Previous experience as an Eminent Woman in at least two other WSRs
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: Regional Coordinator Number of Positions: 3 (Three) Duty Station: Eastern, Western and Northern Uganda Reporting to: National Coordinator Contract Term: 3 Months
PLEASE INCLUDE REGION OF PREFERENCE IN YOUR APPLICATION
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the National Coordinator, the Regional Coordinator will perform the following functions:
Management, coordination of WSR activities in one of the regions (Eastern, Western, or Northern)
Providing support for conflict resolution and mitigation including responses to election violence
Documentation of the WSR implementation process in accordance with set guidelines in the region
Coordination of relationships with stakeholders and partners in the region to support implementation of the WSR, raise potential problems and provide solutions
Monitoring the implementation of activities and documentation of best practices
Any other duties as assigned by the National Coordinator.
Key Performance indicators:
Ensures the achievement of outputs and project results through the implementation of activities and in line with the approved WSR work plan
Leads the implementation of WSR activities in the region
Contributes to timely preparation of periodic reports for donors and other reports as required
Supports the identification of risks and timely updating the WSR Secretariat through the National Coordinator
Ensures project quality assurance through timely interventions where needed
Liaises with all stakeholders in the region including the Youth Peer to Peer Peace Advocates, Women Peace Advocates, WSR Election Observers, Eminent Women, and the Steering Committee members.
Core competencies:
Sensitivity to and ability to manage in a politically charged environment
Ability to demonstrate non-partisanship
Leadership: ability to persuade others to follow
People management: ability to improve performance
Communication: ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform
Ability to manage complexities
Ability to manage multi stakeholders
Knowledge management and learning
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
First degree or Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, Economics, Law, Public or Business Administration; Human Rights, Gender or Women’s Studies, International Development, Peace and Security or a related field is required
Minimum of 5 years of programme management experience in the field of governance and development
Proven experience of working with national and regional stakeholders in the areas of good governance, elections, peace and conflict resolution
Proven project management experience preferably in the non-profit sector with sound knowledge and experience in all aspects of project cycle (design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation)
Proven experience in coordination and networking
Strong analytical ability
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience in implementing projects in different regions in Uganda is an asset
Experience working with a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) and/or an International NGO working on peace and security is an advantage.
The Women’s International Peace Centre and the Uganda Women’s Network are searching for qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions on behalf of the Women’s Situation Room for the 2021 elections in Uganda.
Background
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a neutral, non-partisan mechanism that mobilizes women and youth to promote peaceful and democratic electoral processes. The WSR also promotes the enhanced participation of women in peace building in line with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.
Founded by The Angie Brooks International Centre in Liberia, the WSR was first implemented in 2011 during the presidential elections in Liberia. It has, since then, been replicated in Uganda in 2016 and in other African countries including Senegal, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana. It has been acknowledged as an effective mechanism for promoting peaceful elections by the United Nations Security Council and by the African Union, which requested that the WSR be implemented in all African elections.
The WSR involves all electoral stakeholders in consultative engagements to ensure peace before, during and after elections. It includes a physical Situation Room where women are involved in advocacy for peace; political and legal analysis of the situation; and interventions that may include mediation to avert conflict.
The overall objective of the WSR Uganda 2021 is to promote the full and active participation of women and youth in ensuring peaceful elections and to contribute to the strengthening and refinement of the WSR mechanism for ensuring peace in African elections. The Women’s Situation Room Uganda will be hosted by Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET); with the Women’s International Peace Centre serving as the WSR Secretariat.
The Women’s Situation Room is a non-partisan space, and candidates applying for any of the positions must be committed to being neutral and non-partisan during the full course of their assignment with the Women’s Situation Room.
Deadline – 16th September 2020
Interested candidates should send applications and CVs including three references with contact details and copies of academic and professional testimonials by email to: hrofficer@wipc.org
The Executive Director, Plot 1 Martyr’s Garden B, Minister’s Village, Ntinda, KAMPALA
Any inquiries should be submitted through the email addresses listed above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The successful candidate should be able to start immediately.
Job title: National Coordinator Number of Positions: 1 (One) Duty Station: Kampala Reporting to: Executive Director Contract Term: 18 Months
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the National Coordinator will perform the following functions:
Overall management, oversight, coordination of implementation of programme activities in line with WSR objectives
Development of strategies for conflict resolution and mitigation including responses to election violence
Documentation of the WSR implementation process and ensure products are in accordance with set guidelines
Human Resource management and supervision of team members
Supervision and monitoring of resource utilization in line with approved institutional and financial policies
Coordination of relationships with national partners to support implementation of the WSR, raise potential problems and provide solutions
Monitoring the implementation of activities through regular monitoring visits and documentation of best practices
Monitoring the expenditure of funds and compliance with rules and procedures
Any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Key Performance indicators:
Ensures the achievement of outputs and project results in line with the approved WSR work plan through the day-to-day planning, management coordination and implementation of activities
Manages the human and financial resources to achieve quality results as outlined in the project document, on time and on budget
Analyses and monitors progress and advises on timely corrective actions for proper delivery
Leads the preparation and implementation of work plans
Develops, oversees and maintains the monitoring and evaluation framework
Ensures timely preparation of periodic reports as required by donors; quarterly progress reports to the Steering Committee and Eminent Women; and other reports as may be required
Ensures identification of risks and timely updating of risk to the WSR Steering Committee
Ensures project quality assurance activities and undertaken in a timely manner
Liaises in a timely manner with all stakeholders including the Eminent Women, the Steering Committee and WSR Technical Adviser.
Core competencies:
Sensitivity to and ability to manage in a politically charged environment
Ability to demonstrate political neutrality and non-partisanship
Leadership: ability to persuade others to follow
People management: ability to improve performance
Communication: ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform
Ability to manage complexities
Ability to manage multi stakeholders
Knowledge management and learning
Core Values:
Transparency
Integrity
Fairness
Education and Experience:
A Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, Economics, Law, Public or Business Administration; Human Rights, Gender or Women’s Studies, International Development, Peace and Security or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of programme management experience in the field of governance and development
Proven experience of working with national stakeholders in the areas of good governance, elections, peace and conflict resolution
Proven project management experience preferably in the non-profit sector with sound knowledge and experience in all aspects of project cycle (design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation)
Proven experience in partnership building, coordination and networking
Strong analytical ability
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience in implementing projects in different regions in Uganda is an asset
Experience working with a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) and/or an International NGO working on peace and security is an advantage.
The Women’s Situation Room (WSR) is a platform for women, in collaboration with the youth, to play an active and direct role in peace and conflict prevention processes. It is an early warning and rapid response mechanism to election related conflict and violence in African countries. The WSR was first implemented in Uganda before, during and after the 2016 election with other women’s rights organizations. With support from partners, The Peace Centre as the secretariat of the WSR is implementing the WSR for the 2021 elections working with the Uganda Women’s Network.
1.1 The goal of the Women’s Situation Room:
The goal of the Uganda Women’s Situation Room is to promote the full and active participation of women and youths in ensuring peaceful elections in Uganda.
1.2 The overall expected outcomes:
Enhanced participation of women and youth in delivering a conflict and violence free elections for Uganda through the Women’s Situation Room.
Established system for rapid and immediate response to reports of electoral violence.
1.3 The Objectives of the Women’s Situation Room
To provide a platform for women’s groups to strategize, plan and respond rapidly to elections related violence in a coordinated manner;
To show case women’s ability to constructively launch preventive measures to ensure elections take place in a manner that fosters peaceful environment;
To conduct high level advocacy in order to mitigate political and electoral violence and emergencies before, during and after the elections and
To build a network of peace activists equipped with the requisite skills and knowledge for prevention and response to political and electoral violence before, during and after the elections
2.0 Call for Expression of Interest
In preparation for the 2021 elections, the WSR with the support of its Secretariat the Women’s International Peace Centre, is inviting applications for consultants to develop an online violence monitoring Application.
2.1 Objective
To develop an online application that will capture real time collection and reporting of violent incidences before, during and after elections. This will enable analysis and response to violent incidences in the entire country.
2.2 Assigned Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Develop an Election Violence Monitoring System that will enable the;
Collection and reporting of election violence by election violence monitors to a centralized system.
Collect various types of violence before and after elections
Perform various types of data analysis and visualization.
Identify locations of violence and reflect such in a centralized system for visualization
Support reporting violence via the mobile app, SMS and selected social media channels.
Enable capturing of responses undertaken by the WSR to reported cases of violence working with different stakeholders.
2.3 Required Skills and Experience:
Demonstrated experience in developing online applications
Excellent Technical expertise in IT
Critical thinking and analysis
Time Management
Knowledge on election democracy, Peace and Security.
2.4 Application Requirements:
Interested parties can submit their application, Curriculum Vitae, samples of past related Applications developed, proposed budget and schedule.
Please note; Applicants can be individual consultants, groups of consultants or institutions/ organisations.
2.5 Application Process
Expression of Interest clearly marked “Expression of Interest to develop an online Application for the Women’s Situation Room” can be submitted as a soft copy through email address procurement@wipc.org on or before 17.00hours local time on Tuesday, 15th September 2020.
Women’s International Peace Centre formerly Isis-Women’s International Cross Cultural Exchange (Isis–WICCE) is a feminist organization with a mission to ignite women’s leadership, through amplifying women’s voices and deepening their activism to (re)create peace. Since 1996, WIPC/Isis-WICCE has researched and documented the critical yet often-neglected experiences and perspectives of women in conflict and post-conflict situations, providing important data and information on women, peace and security. This research has been conducted in 27 countries including 15 countries in Africa. The Peace Centre, through the Building Sustainable Peace: Women, Peace and Security programme, seeks to strengthen young women’s capacity to participate in and influence peace processes and their outcomes from a gender perspective in South Sudan. This initiative also seeks to address the shortage of current data and timely strategic analysis necessary to influence peace and security policy discourse and action in South Sudan from a gender perspective. This will support young women’s advocacy efforts and creating of new spaces for women to engage key decision makers at national, regional and international levels to calling for specific action based on findings.
2020 is the 20th anniversary for UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on women, peace and security, it is widely acknowledged as a significant year for driving progress and pushing for gains in implementing the women, peace and security (WPS) agenda. 2020 is also the 25th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which is significant for the WPS agenda with its prioritisation of women and armed conflict as a critical area of concern for gender equality and women’s empowerment. It is a critical year to reflect on progress, setbacks, challenges and opportunities to advance the women, peace and security agenda in general, and to leverage the anniversary to accelerate implementation of key commitments and WPS frameworks.
2.0 Research Objectives
The Peace Centre, therefore, seeks to commission research to study 20 years of the implementation of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 and progress in advancing the women, peace and security agenda in South Sudan. The research will integrate a focus on the youth, peace and security agenda.
3.0 Methodology
The researcher will be expected to propose a methodology that is suitable to the research focus.
4.0 Assignment Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare inception report including research design, work plan and study tools.
Present periodical progress reports as required.
Prepare draft research report.
Develop an issues paper
Present findings to different audiences.
Required Skills and Experience:
i. Demonstrated experience in research on gender, peace and conflicted related studies
ii. Familiarity with relevant peace and security policy frameworks and processes
iii. Excellent written and oral communication skills
iv. Critical thinking and analysis
v. Time Management
5.0 Application Requirements:
Application document, stating method of work, research method and research questions. Curriculum Vitae, samples of past related research, proposed budget and schedule.
Please note; Applicants can submit as individual consultants, groups of consultants or as institutions.
6.0 Application Process
Expression of Interest can be submitted as soft copy by email to procurement@wipc.org by 15thOctober 2019. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
Women’s International Peace Centre
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