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Based in Nairobi

Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote co-operative approaches to security. We work with governments, international organisations and civil society to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research and policy development and through supporting the actions of others. We are seeking a country manager with experience in the areas of conflict prevention, peace- and security- building to manage Saferworld’s Somalia/Somaliland programme.

S/he will lead the implementation of the programme, managing relationships with programme partners and outreach to Somali stake-holders. The post-holder will also be responsible for managing and monitoring programme delivery against objectives, managing and monitoring programme expenditure and reporting to donors.

The successful candidate will have experience of working in complex politically-sensitive contexts, and of developing and implementing strategies for civil society capacity building. They will also have experience and skills in project and people management.

The salary range for this post is £36,671 - £43,169 gross per annum plus benefits.

For job description please visit http://www.saferworld.org.uk/about/jobs

To apply please send full CV and covering letter to Marie Aziz at [email][email protected] (using Ref Som PM in subject heading)

Deadline for applications: 11 June 2012

It is anticipated that the interviews will be held during the week of 18 June 2012 in Nairobi