Senior Technical Advisor, Peace Building
Kathmandu, Nepal

Position Summary
The Senior Technical Advisor will work with the Country Representative to develop and implement a peace building assessment, program strategies and work plans. S/he will also be an integral part of trainings, curriculum development and the rollover grant agreements, APSs and/or RFAs by performing technical reviews of applications and participating in the selection process. S/he will coordinate all technical assistance, as needed, for the implementation of grantee activities.

Core Values
Pact employees embrace the following core values as representatives of the institution:

• all people have a right to participate in decisions affecting their lives
• gender equity is mandatory for social transformation
• resources are allocated in a transparent manner, guided by accountability to our clients and Pact’s role as steward of resources intended for the poor
• diversity in background, gender and age strengthen our capacity to be wise managers of public and private funds
• teamwork and collaboration shape our day-to-day working relationships
• innovation and risk taking to achieve impact and broad scaleable results drive strategic priorities
• gathering and sharing information are primary roles for all employees
• staff growth and advancement are a priority, including training and professional skills building to increase knowledge and competence and to stay abreast of new developments, especially in technology
• a healthy balance between work and life outside of work must be maintained for work satisfaction and fulfillment

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Country Representative in the development and implementation of peace building assessments, program strategies, program reports, and work plans.
• Assist in preparation of rollover grant agreements, APSs and/or RFAs, perform technical review of applications and participate in the selection process including the development of technical questions for applicants as necessary.
• Conduct technical monitoring visits to grantees.
• Coordinate all technical assistance activities related to the implementation of grantee activities.
• Compile regular program and technical status reports on grantee projects.
• Maintain an inventory of key experts on peace building assist in the selection and coordination of technical assistance provision and convening of technical review panels.
• Serve as spokesperson and advocate within and outside of Pact on peace building issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing and monitoring peace building program activities.
• Demonstrated organizational, training and facilitation skills; workshop design experience a plus.
• Experience working with vulnerable groups and multi-sectoral partners, civil society, returnees, international PVOs, community leaders, and policy makers on issues related to peace building.
• Knowledge of and experience in qualitative and quantitative program evaluation.
• Excellent oral communication and writing skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a team setting.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Education and Experience Requirements
• Professional advanced degree, preferably a Master’s in international development, conflict and security, or peace building.
• Ten years experience in international peace building programs with regional or Nepal experience preferred.
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel and PowerPoint are required.

To apply for this position, please fill out the online application