Job Title: Project Officer – Peace Building

Industry: NGO

Sector: Peace-building and Conflict Transformation

Employment Category: Fixed Term

Location: Nairobi

Gross Salary: Ksh 45,000

Our client is a Non-Governmental Organization promoting peace and social development initiatives to the marginalized communities in Nairobi County.

They are looking for a talented, passionate, self-driven and innovative person with experience in peace-building, mediation and conflict transformation to help develop skills that will support people to build peace in the schools and communities that we are targeting.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate awareness creation and sensitization of communities in Peace Building


• Build capacity through training and mentorship on the collection of conflict-relevant data, conflict analysis and the design and implementation of responses to prevent violence


• Participate in staff devotions


• Promote good stewardship and high accountability through efficient and economical utilization of resources in the project


• Track and monitor project progress against set objectives, timeline and budget.


• Develop regular monthly, quarterly and annual Peace Building reports


• Facilitate communities to fully participate in project activities for enhanced community ownership and sustainability of the Peace Building program through sports, cultural events


• Perform any other responsibilities that may be assigned by your supervisor from time to time

Key Requirements

• Diploma or a degree in Peace-Building, Sociology, International Relations, Conflict studies, or other related fields.


• 3 years of field experience working with Communities in Peace project management in an NGO context.


• Refined training and facilitation skills, especially in cross-cultural urban environments;


• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work under minimal supervision;


• Skills in community mobilization, training, and team-building;


• Highly organized, efficient, and able to meet deadlines;


• Proficient in MS Word, Microsoft Excel, and email/internet programs; and must have excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills


• Be a Christian


• General understanding of project management and MEAL techniques.


• Ability to work in and contribute to a team


• Ability to work with different partners, local authorities, local organizations and NGOs, to develop and maintain positive relationships.

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Project Officer – Peace Building) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 15th June 2023.