The Organization

Search is an international conflict transformation NGO that aims to transform the way individuals, groups, governments and companies deal with conflict, away from adversarial approaches and towards collaborative solutions. Headquartered in Washington DC, USA, and Brussels, Belgium, with 55 offices in 34 countries, Search designs and implements multifaceted, culturally appropriate and conflict-sensitive programs using a diverse range of tools, including media and training, to promote dialogue, increase knowledge and determine a positive shift in behaviors. Operating in Sudan since 2009, Search has developed and implemented innovative peacebuilding programs in collaboration with local Sudanese NGOs. Our work in Sudan seeks to empower women and other marginalized groups and encourage greater inclusivity in the peace processes and governance in Sudan.

• Create and maintain a hard and soft filing system for specific programs.
• Develop and maintain contact lists pertaining to specific programs.
• Organize meetings and events.
• Maintain records of meetings and events.
• Draft information material related to specific programs.
• Translate and interpret when necessary.
• Conduct primary and secondary research.
• Transcription of the meetings and events and research being held for the project.
• Prepare material/information for sharing on social media.
• Take part in core Search Sudan activities as needed.
• Carry out any tasks that the line managers assign.

As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Social Work or relevant human services discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience
   

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 3+ years’ experience in working in the human service or social services and/or with a non-profit organization
• Computer proficiency in general office software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Demonstrated experience with the design, implementation, management and evaluation of programs
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English
• Good oral/written communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Arabic required
   

Behavioral Competencies

• Working with People:  The ability to respect the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy, listens, supports; consults others and shares information and expertise, builds team spirit and adapts to the team.
• Flexibility:  The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, to tolerate ambiguity, to adapt personal style to different people and situations.
• Drive for Results and Efficiency:  The ability to set quality standards, monitor and maintain quality of work, and set goals to achieve continuous improvement.
• Relationship Management:  The ability to manage interactions, to provide service and to support the organization while building an effective internal and external network.
• Leadership and Navigation:   The ability to manage and contribute to initiatives and processes within the organization while making progress toward change and continuous improvement.
• Communication:  The ability to effectively exchange information with others, to effectively deliver critical information, to gather information and communicate with others.
• Global and Cultural Effectiveness:   The ability to value and consider the perspectives and backgrounds of all parties and be able to work cross-culturally.
• Ethical Practice:   The ability to integrate Search vision, mission and core values, integrity and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices.
• Business Acumen:   The ability to understand and apply information to contribute to the organization's strategic plan. 
• Developing others (for people manager): The ability to provide support to enhance performance and professional growth.

Application deadline: October 20 2024

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As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities. 

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Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Please see our website www.sfcg.org for full details of our work. All Search Employees must adhere to the values: Collaboration- Audacity - Tenacity - Empathy - Results. In accordance with these values, Search enforces compliance with the Code of Conduct and related policies on Anti Workplace Harassment, Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Conflict of Interest, and Anti-fraud. Search is committed to safeguarding the interests, rights, and well-being of children, youth, and vulnerable adults with whom it is in contact and to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for children, youth, and vulnerable adults.  Search for Common Ground does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. View our code of conduct here and our privacy policy here.