Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion Specialist (Part Time) – Ninewa

Required Education, training, license, registration, and/or Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is an asset.
• Certification or training in conflict resolution, mediation, or transitional justice is desirable.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in monitoring, reporting activities simultaneously.
• Good computer skills (MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).

Required Professional Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in peacebuilding, social cohesion, or community reconciliation programming, preferably in post-conflict or fragile settings.
• Proven experience working with youth and women groups, civil society, and local governance structures.
• Experience in designing and facilitating dialogue, mediation, and community engagement processes.
• Familiarity with conflict-sensitive programming and inclusive governance approaches.
• Experience with UNDP or other UN agency projects and donor-funded initiatives.

Required Language(s)

• Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written).
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).

Required travel and/or work environment accommodations

• The position is based in Mosul.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Ninewa Governorate and Sinjar District, including rural and field locations.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and occasionally high-pressure environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs and field conditions.

Position’s physical requirements

• Ability to conduct field visits in rural/agricultural settings, which may involve walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor conditions.
• No specific physical limitations, but reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge and/or other Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in community-based peacebuilding, reconciliation, and social cohesion programming.
• Experience working in post-conflict environments, particularly with displaced populations and returnees.
• Familiarity with transitional justice, inclusive governance, and civic engagement strategies.
• Strong understanding of conflict sensitivity and “Do No Harm” principles.
• Experience facilitating inter-group dialogue, mediation, and strategic engagements with local authorities.
• Knowledge of local dynamics in Ninewa Governorate and the Sinjar context is highly desirable.
• Experience working with UNDP or similar donor-funded projects, including reporting and compliance.
• Proficiency in developing peacebuilding indicators and integrating social cohesion into M&E systems.
• Excellent facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse and high-pressure environments.
• Commitment to human rights, inclusive development, and sustainable peace.

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Mode of Application:

If you are interested in this position, to apply, please register at: https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Peacebuilding-and-Social-Cohesion-Specialist–Part-Time—-Ninewa_JR44575

No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only short-listed candidates will be notified for the interview. The deadline for application is August 23, 2025.

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