CALL FOR APPLICATION: DIRECTOR OF PEACE AND SECURITY

The Nkafu policy Institute of the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation whose mission is to catalyze our economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship, science and technology, innovation, public health and the implementation of progressive policies that together creates economic opportunities for all.

The Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation seeks to recruit an experienced Director of Peace and Security to oversee the Peace and security unit of the Nkafu policy Institute. This fulltime position will be based in Yaoundé.

Key Responsibilities:

As Director of peace and security, your duties:

• Promoting and facilitating leading-edge research, in the field of peace and security;
• Ensuring constant publication of research papers, articles etc…
• Organizing workshops and seminars for presentation of research finding;
• Writing practical, policy-oriented publications that are concise and polished in quick turnaround times;
• Developing and implementing engagements and research on nationally led prevention and peacebuilding strategies in conflict-affected areas;
• Working with major stakeholders to identify and develop innovative approaches to peace operations, linking them to prevention and peacebuilding agendas;
• Outreach to and collaboration with stakeholders, through events, meetings, briefings, and other actions.

Qualifications / Skills required:

• Capable of carrying out independent research
• must be a team player
• results orientated
• pay attention to details
• must have publications in scientific journals of international standing

Education, and Experience:

• Must hold a Phd in any of the following discipline, (International relations, development, economic, political science, sociology
• At least 5 years working experience in an academic institution, public or private sector
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a small team would be an advantage

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The deadline for the receipt of applications is 31^st August, 2020.

All applications must be submitted using the following link Director of Peace and Security