Civil Peace Service (CPS) Advisor on land rights

• Design and implement peacebuilding projects addressing land and natural resource conflicts in Karamoja, and advise local Interest Groups on planning, monitoring, and evaluating their conflict-sensitive interventions
• Conduct ongoing conflict and political analysis of the subregion to inform CPS programming and support partners in shaping their strategic direction
• Provide technical guidance on conflict-sensitive strategic planning, good governance, and organizational development for CPS partners and Interest Groups
• Facilitate capacity building on project management, conflict sensitivity, the Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA), and digital peacebuilding tools
• Strengthen networks within GIZ CPS and among peace actors in Karamoja. Engage in regional advocacy events to gather and analyze peace needs and present resolutions to the Karamoja Parliamentary Group and the Office of the Prime Minister
• Support knowledge exchange within and between Interest Groups and contribute to the development and implementation of crosscutting strategies such as multistakeholder spaces and mediation committees
• Represent GIZ CPS in coordination with regional and national stakeholders, including during donor missions. Collaborate with other GIZ programmes and civil society actors to identify synergies and support CPS partners in restructuring their networks and governance structures
• Assist Interest Groups in developing and implementing awareness campaigns, research and lobbying activities, and training on non-violent conflict transformation, including the preparation of relevant materials

• University degree in peace and conflict studies, geography, political science, or a related field
• Proven skills in designing, facilitating, and supporting participatory work processes, workshops, and dialogue groups
• Strong systemic approach to advising partner organizations
• Solid background in land rights conflicts and conflict transformation, particularly in post-colonial contexts
• Proactive working style and ability to work independently while supporting partner organizations across diverse locations
• High intercultural communication skills and sensitivity
• Knowledge and experience in the field of land rights in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Business fluent English skills required
• German language skills would be an advantage
• At least two years of professional experience
• German nationality or the nationality of a member state of the European Union
• Willingness to travel on a regular basis

Work experience in rural areas is a strong asset

• Targeted professional and personal preparation
• Opportunity to work in an innovative, globally active development institution
• Work in an interdisciplinary team on site