Program Coordinator for Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, and Central Asia

Program Coordinator for Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, and Central Asia

Start Date

16 July 2022 or sooner if the successful candidate is available

Education Requirement

Master's Degree in International Relations / Global Affairs, Peace Studies, Political Science, Human Rights, and related disciplines. Exceptional candidates with a Bachelor's Degree will be considered.

Employment Type

Full-time one-year contract, with the possibility of extension.

Salary Scale

Based on the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) scales and dependent on experience, skills, and education.

Location

New York City, NY. Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment; GNWP will not be able to sponsor U.S. work visas.

Position

The Global Network of Women Peacebuilders seeks a full-time Program Coordinator focused on peacebuilding programs in Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, and Central Asia. The Program Coordinator will lead and coordinate advocacy, research, planning, and programmatic work in these regions. The Program Coordinator will also participate in global advocacy in New York and contribute to implementing GNWP's communication and fundraising strategy.

The Program Coordinator will be based in New York City and may be expected to occasionally travel with other GNWP staff to Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, Central Asia, and other regions where GNWP implements projects.

The Organization

The Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP) is a coalition of women's groups and other civil society organizations from various regions, actively involved in advocacy and action for the full implementation of the UN Security Council resolutions on Women and Peace and Security, Youth and Peace and Security, Sustaining Peace, Gender Responsive Humanitarian Action, and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

GNWP amplifies women's and girls' voices for more sustainable and inclusive peace. In partnership with local communities affected by violent conflicts and humanitarian crises, GNWP implements programs that build peace, teach women and girls literacy, promote leadership, and improve women's economic status. GNWP advocates with governments for the implementation of laws and policies that protect women and girls' rights and works with men and gender-equality allies to support empowerment and leadership.

How to Apply :

To apply, please send your cover letter, CV, writing sample, and two (2) reference letters to employment@gnwp.org with the email subject line : Program Coordinator for Eastern Europe, South Caucasus and Central Asia – YOUR NAME. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GNWP is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. GNWP recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

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