DCAF-ISSAT

DCAF – Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, respect for human rights, and gender equality. Since its founding in 2000, DCAF has contributed to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states, and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms. It creates innovative knowledge products, promotes norms and good practices, provides legal and policy advice and supports capacity‐building of both state and non‐state security sector stakeholders.

DCAF’s Foundation Council members represent over 50 countries and the Canton of Geneva. Active in over 70 countries, DCAF is internationally recognized as one of the world's leading centres of excellence for security sector governance (SSG) and security sector reform (SSR). DCAF is guided by the principles of neutrality, impartiality, local ownership, inclusive participation, and gender equality. For more information visit www.dcaf.ch and follow us on Twitter @DCAF_Geneva.

International Security Sector Advisory Team (ISSAT) is one of DCAF’s four Departments. ISSAT was established in 2008 in response to the need to increase the capacity of the international community to support Security Sector Governance/Reform (SSG/R) processes, to enhance the effectiveness and quality of SSG/R programming, and to facilitate the coordination and coherence of international assistance for nationally driven SSR/G processes. It provides practical support to the international community in its efforts to improve security and justice, primarily in conflict-affected and fragile states. ISSAT does this by working with a group of member states and institutions (“Governing Board Members” or GBMs) to develop and promote good security and justice reform practices and principles, and by helping its members to build their capacity to support national and regional security and justice reform processes. In addition, ISSAT oversees DCAF’s lead for the EU Security Sector Governance Facility, which provides a drawdown capacity specifically for the EU to assist its support to national authorities. For more information, please see: www.issat.dcaf.ch

For our department (ISSAT-specific mandates and the EU SSG Facility), we are looking for qualified individuals able to deploy on short term field assignments to join our roster. Roster members will be offered a one-year individual, renewable, drawdown contract for work carried out for ISSAT GBMs, and individual assignment contracts for work carried out under the EU SSG Facility. Assignments may vary from several days to several weeks, spread over a longer period of time. Location of work may vary from home based to field deployments in accordance with demand.

Roster members may be requested to reinforce ISSAT’s support to its GBMs in four main areas:

1. Advisory field support may involve assessments, programme design, reviews and evaluations, monitoring frameworks, reviews and evaluations, coaching and mentoring
2. Professional Development and Training involves development, organisation and delivery of training, as well as undertaking training needs assessments.
3. Outreach and Knowledge encompasses publication of SSR methodologies, case studies and sharing of good practice and learning through pieces, blogs and a Community of Practice.
4. Convening and facilitating coordination may involve support to projects to enhance whole of government/institution approaches to support, and expert inputs to joint discussions on specific contexts, themes or trends

Your profile

The Roster is made up of personnel who represent a repository of skills and competencies necessary in the field of security and justice sector governance and reform. These skills include both sectoral and geographical experience, as well as experience in broader governance, development and management fields.

Background and experience in one or more of the following (further thematics listed on www.issat.dcaf.ch):

• Security sector governance and reform;
• Conflict management and peacebuilding;
• Capacity and leadership development;
• Non-state security providers, private security governance, public – private partnerships and security governance
• Security sector and climate change / civil society / parliament / Media / gender / human rights
• Police & gendarmerie, Border security, Penitentiary, Corrections
• Defence and logistics, finance, human resources
• Justice, customary and informal justice, transitional justice
• Security and public financial management,
• Political economy analysis

Our GBMs operate globally, so all context experience is welcome, with a particular emphasis on Sub-Saharan Africa, MENA and the Eastern neighbourhood

• Over 10 years of experience in the context of peace and development work
• Advanced University degree in political science, international relations, security studies, development studies, conflict studies, or a related field
• Fluent in English and/or French. Other languages desirable, particularly Arabic, German, Portuguese, or Spanish.
• Strong communication capacities (oral and written), highly developed presentation, coaching and mentoring skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills strong emotional intelligence with ability to establish rapport in a multi-cultural setting, and work in politically sensitive environments.
• Client-oriented and flexible;
• Proven ability to deliver to tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience of working in a multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent report writing skills for international partner audiences. Proven ability for concise analysis. 

Instructions for application 

If you think you are a good match for ISSAT’s roster, please send your application to issatrecruitment@dcaf.ch by 31st MAY 2022, midnight (CET) with the subject heading “ISSAT - Roster” enclosing: 

• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your relevant experience and what you can bring to DCAF. 
  • Please clearly state relevant themes, skills, languages and/or regions from the list matching your profile 
• a concise CV (maximum two pages) 
• a written example of a previous assignment / report 
• 3 Referees with contact details (full name, position, relations to you, phone number and e-mail address) 
• a proof of legal status as an independent consultant or as a company. For example: 
  • Swiss resident: AVS - AHV/IV Certificate 
  • EU resident: Certificate A1 form 
  • Other: Declaration of Honour (upon request) 
  • Company: proof of legal status 

DCAF is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, age, disability, gender identity, neurodiversity, religion, or ethnicity. 

Individuals who seek to serve with DCAF in any individual capacity will be required, if short-listed, to complete a self-attestation stating that they have not committed or been convicted of any criminal offence and have not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human rights law or international humanitarian law

DCAF – Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. DCAF contributes to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms. It creates innovative knowledge products, promotes norms and good practices, provides legal and policy advice and supports capacity-building of both state and non-state security sector stakeholders.

DCAF's Foundation Council brings together representatives of around 60 states. Active in over 70 countries, DCAF is internationally recognized as one of the world's leading centres of excellence for security sector governance (SSG) and security sector reform (SSR). DCAF is guided by the operational principles of impartiality, local ownership, inclusive participation, and gender equality. DCAF embraces and promotes values of accountability, excellence, inclusivity, integrity and respect. For more information please visit www.dcaf.ch

ISSAT is a Department of DCAF established in 2008 in response to the need to increase the capacity of the international community to support Security Sector Governance/Reform (SSG/R) processes, to enhance the effectiveness and quality of SSG/R programming, and to facilitate the coordination and coherence of international assistance for nationally driven SSR/G processes. For more information, please see: www.issat.dcaf.ch

For our team, we are looking for a solutions oriented and dynamic team player to be our next:

Team Assistant (100 %)

Location:                           Geneva

Starting date:                 1 September 2021 upon mutual agreement

Duration:                          Open-ended

The role

This is a key role in a dynamic team of international security sector advisors and experts. The Team Assistant is the vital glue that enables ISSAT to undertake assessments, evaluations, reviews, trainings and develop knowledge products in a timely manner for our Governing Board Members. 

Key areas of operation:

1. Support the team and roster members to safely undertake missions in fragile states.
2. Assist the ISSAT Management Team on recruitment, onboarding and personnel management. 
3. Maintain an up-to-date roster of SSG/R experts and undertake contracting.
4. Provide logistics and administrative support for ISSAT’s twice yearly Governing Board Member meetings.
5. Assist in the enhancement of ISSAT’s operational processes, procedures and tools.
6. Support the development and implementation of ISSAT’s digital knowledge and collaboration workspace. 
7. Contribute to the success of the ISSAT Team’s operations as requested by the Project Coordinator.   

Your Experience

• CFC or Apprenticeship or equivalent working experience in a similar function
• Work experience in multicultural settings.  
• Fluent in French and English.
• Well versed in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.). 

Desirable: 

• Bachelor’s Degree  
• Familiarity with Sharepoint – Teams platform.
• Experience of the Global South.  
• Project management experience.

A valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite.

We offer:

• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience
• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people
• the chance to contribute to improving security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights

If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your application to AdminRecruitment.ISSAT@dcaf.ch by 27 July 2021 with the subject heading Application for Team Assistant, enclosing:

• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your relevant experience and what you can bring to DCAF
• a concise CV (maximum two pages)

DCAF is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, age, disability, gender identity, religion, or ethnicity. 

Individuals who seek to serve with DCAF in any individual capacity will be required, if short-listed, to complete a self-attestation stating that they have not committed or been convicted of any criminal offence and have not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human rights law or international humanitarian law.

DCAF’s International Security Sector Advisory Team (ISSAT) supports the 16 donor countries and seven multilateral organisations that make up its Governing Board by reinforcing and improving the way in which they individually and collectively support security and justice development. Through its Knowledge and Outreach Services, ISSAT fosters a learning environment for security and justice practitioners to exchange information, share good practice and facilitate communication. Knowledge and Outreach Services works to develop and refine ISSAT programme management and SSR methodology.

Key areas of operation:

1.    Outreach and Community of Practice Management: 

• Develop and update content of the DCAF-ISSAT Community of Practice, and disseminate to the Security and Justice Sector Reform (SJSR) Community of Practice, via the Weekly Digest, Bulletin, and social media; 
• Draft knowledge products for the ISSAT SSR Community of Practice, including blog posts, forum responses and other related online presence; 
• Draft and disseminate donor-oriented or public newsletters; 
• Conduct basic maintenance, updates and corrections of the ISSAT website (via the eZ Publish backend); 
• Maintain the coherence and utility of the Website Private Spaces; 
• Prepare and provide outreach material for capital visits, panels, round table debates, workshops, seminars, conferences or other ISSAT or donor organized events; 
• Contribute to the promotion of SSG/R to donors, through support to Governing Board meetings, presentations, DCAF-wide consultations, etc.
• Identify and upload resources, events, and jobs to the ISSAT website http://issat.dcaf.ch; 
• Assist with type setting and draft designs of a number of ISSAT reports and other knowledge products, including videos.

2. Knowledge production and lesson identification: 

• Develop operational tools and knowledge products in the area of SSG/R. These tools form the core of the ISSAT approach to supporting SSR processes and the means through which to develop the capacity and knowledge of international actors’ personnel from ISSAT Governing Board Members; 
• Contribute to After Action Reviews and extract lessons identified from engagements to feed into the ISSAT and wider multilateral SSR policy development and implementation; 
• Draft knowledge products  on SSG/R topics in general and specific country issues; 
• Contribute to ISSAT’s methodology and guidance products on project cycle management and main SSR thematic areas; 
• Contribute to in-house brainstorming sessions to determine latest trends, challenges and opportunities in the area of security sector reform and its related themes. 
• Develop and run learning events, within ISSAT, DCAF and the wider SSG/R community as necessary;

3. ISSAT-related Tasks:

• Provide content to ISSAT’s annual activity reports and other such periodic reports that may be required by the Head of Knowledge and Outreach; 
• As part of ISSAT mandate teams, support mandate preparation, field deployment and final product development;
• As part of ISSAT mandate teams, support SSG/R programme design, assessments, evaluations and lesson learning;
• Maintain the innovation of DCAF-ISSAT activities through a substantive commitment to ongoing personal and professional development; 
• Undertake such other tasks as may, from time to time, be required by Head of ISSAT and/ or ISSAT’s Head of A&O/Deputy Head. 

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DCAF’s International Security Sector Advisory Team (ISSAT) supports the 16 donor countries and seven multilateral organisations that make up its Governing Board by reinforcing and improving the way in which they individually and collectively support security and justice development. Within ISSAT, the Professional Development and Training (PDT) Team enhance capacities to deploy security & justice advisors through high-quality training and strengthening donor and multilateral systems for deployment.

The PDT Assistant will support all aspects of ISSAT’s Professional Development and Training offer and with increasing experience also be in charge of projects related to capacity development and training. She or he will report to the Head of PDT.

Key areas of operation:

•    Contribute to the research, design, development and dissemination of training materials and training announcements. 
•    Conduct training needs assessments and contribute to the provision of face-to-face and virtual trainings related to Security Sector Governance/ Reform (SSG/R). 
•    Conduct background research and analysis to support projects that aim to strengthen donor and multilateral systems for deployment of security and justice advisors. 
•    Provide logistical and technical support to a broad range of PDT activities and liaise with participants in those.
•    Support all aspects of course organisation, provision and evaluation through the use of digital training tools and learning management systems.
•    Participate in DCAF-wide training initiatives and familiarize colleagues with digital training tools and practices.

Your Experience 

•    MA or comparable background in political science, international relations, security studies, development studies, conflict studies, or a related field.
•    Fluent in English, both spoken and written; excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong drafting and editing capacities. Working knowledge in French is a strong asset.
•    Entry level position (<2 years of working experience): 
o    Experience with Learning Management Systems and e-learning authoring tools, or strong motivation to learn these tools combined with evidence of digital savvy.
o    Experience in project management, particularly in the area of security, peace and justice is considered an asset.
•    Demonstrated interest in adult learning, training development and delivery, including through digital means.
•    Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
•    Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relationships in a multi-cultural environment.
•    Swiss or EU citizenship or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite

DCAF – Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. DCAF contributes to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms. It creates innovative knowledge products, promotes norms and good practices, provides legal and policy advice and supports capacity‐building of both state and non‐state security sector stakeholders.

DCAF's Foundation Council comprises 63 member states, the Canton of Geneva and six permanent observers. Active in over 70 countries, DCAF is internationally recognized as one of the world's leading centres of excellence for security sector governance (SSG) and security sector reform (SSR). DCAF is guided by the principles of neutrality, impartiality, local ownership, inclusive participation, and gender equality. For more information please visit www.dcaf.ch

ISSAT is a Department of DCAF established in 2008 in response to the need to increase the capacity of the international community to support Security Sector Governance/Reform (SSG/R) processes, to enhance the effectiveness and quality of SSG/R programming, and to facilitate the coordination and coherence of international assistance for nationally driven SSR/G processes. It provides practical support to the international community in its efforts to improve security and justice, primarily in conflict-affected and fragile states. It does this by working with a group of member states and institutions to develop and promote good security and justice reform practices and principles, and by helping its members to build their capacity to support national and regional security and justice reform processes. The ISSAT provides a deployable capacity to support its Governing Board Members. For more information, please see: www.issat.dcaf.ch

We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual for the role of:

Project Coordinator – (100 %)
Location: Geneva
Starting date: 1 April 2020 or upon mutual agreement
Duration: Unlimited

The role
Reporting to Deputy Head of ISSAT, the Project Coordinator will work to oversee, administer and organize all types of project coordination and reporting in relation to ISSAT’s mandates and activities across all ISSAT service lines and additional programmes.

Key areas of operation:
• Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information
• Oversee compliance with internal processes (Approvals, budgeting, DCAF coordination, etc.)
• Coordinate and lead development of ISSAT reporting, including input into the DCAF annual report, RBM, and bilateral reports
• Provide continuity of knowledge over the full range of ISSAT projects and activities to assist in decision making
• Support the management and coordination meetings, including monitoring and informing IMT decision making
• Track staff time allocations and inform resource allocation to support timely delivery of projects and activities
• Contribute to the design and implementation of an effective project support function within ISSAT
• Oversee and maintain whole of ISSAT records management
• Manage Governing Board Meeting planning and implementation
• Manage the ISSAT project support team.

You:
• 5 years work experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role
• Experience in project management
• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
• Experience with organisational results-based management
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
• Hands-on experience with project management tools (e.g. Trello, MS Project, Asana, or other)
• BSc in Business Administration or related field
• PMP / PRINCE2 certification is a plus
• Fluency in English. Other languages strongly desirable (particularly French or German); and,
• Swiss or EU citizenship, or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite.

We offer:
• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience;
• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people; and,
• the chance to contribute to a securer world.

If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your application to ISSATrecruitment@dcaf.ch by midnight (CET) Friday 7th February 2020 with the subject heading “APPLICATION Project Coordinator”, enclosing:
• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your story and what you can bring to DCAF; and,
• a concise CV (maximum two pages).

DCAF is an equal opportunities employer that considers applications from all qualified candidates.

DCAF – Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. DCAF contributes to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms. It creates innovative knowledge products, promotes norms and good practices, provides legal and policy advice and supports capacity‐building of both state and non‐state security sector stakeholders.

DCAF's Foundation Council comprises 63 member states, the Canton of Geneva and six permanent observers. Active in over 70 countries, DCAF is internationally recognized as one of the world's leading centres of excellence for security sector governance (SSG) and security sector reform (SSR). DCAF is guided by the principles of neutrality, impartiality, local ownership, inclusive participation, and gender equality. For more information please visit www.dcaf.ch.

ISSAT is a Department of DCAF established in 2008 in response to the need to increase the capacity of the international community to support Security Sector Governance/Reform (SSG/R) processes, to enhance the effectiveness and quality of SSG/R programming, and to facilitate the coordination and coherence of international assistance for nationally driven SSR/G processes. It provides practical support to the international community in its efforts to improve security and justice, primarily in conflict-affected and fragile states. It does this by working with a group of member states and institutions to develop and promote good security and justice reform practices and principles, and by helping its members to build their capacity to support national and regional security and justice reform processes. The ISSAT provides a deployable capacity to support its Governing Board Members. For more information, please see: www.issat.dcaf.ch

We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual for the role of:

SSR Advisor – (100 %)
Location: Geneva (with regular travel)
Starting date: 1 April 2020 or upon mutual agreement
Duration: Unlimited

The role:
Reporting to Deputy Head of ISSAT (with delegation to Heads of service lines (advisory field support (AFS), professional development and training (PDT), and advocacy & outreach and knowledge (OAK)) or other programme leads, depending on the task), the SSR Advisor will work in relation to ISSAT’s mandates and activities across all of the service lines.

Key areas of operation:

• Provide strategic and technical advice and guidance in the area of Security and Justice to ISSAT’s bilateral and multilateral Governing Board Members engaged in security and justice sector reform programme design, assessment and monitoring and evaluation missions;
• Lead or contribute to individual Justice and Security Sector Reform support missions related to mappings, assessments, programme design, mentoring, lessons identification, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E);
• Lead or contribute to the design and delivery of standardized or tailored training programmes, courses and conferences to meet donor, partner and organizational needs;
• Contribute to DCAF-ISSAT’s development and dissemination of knowledge products based on good practice and lessons identified from the field;
• Build and maintain effective liaison with ISSAT’s Governing Board Members, the wider SSR community, and other actors working on linked thematic areas; and,
• Input to the ISSAT strategic planning and prioritisation.

You:
• Over 7 years relevant experience in security or justice reform contexts;
• Significant knowledge and experience in: assessments, programme design, setting up monitoring mechanisms, evaluations;
• Significant knowledge and experience in one or more of the following: governance mechanisms, justice reform, police reform, defence reform, border management, non-state security and justice providers, public financial management;
• Programme and project management skills;
• Good communication (verbal and written), influencing and presentation skills;
• Able to analyse situations quickly and effectively, adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and produce workable solutions to meet customer requirements;
• Knowledge of bilateral and/or multilateral approaches to SSR (e.g. AU, EU, OSCE, UN, etc), as well as knowledge of latest developments in the fields of rule of law, justice reform including transitional justice, human rights, gender;
• Masters degree in anthropology, development, law, conflict studies, international relations, or a related field;
• Fluency in English. Other languages strongly desirable (particularly French, German, Spanish, Arabic or Portuguese); and,
• Swiss or EU citizenship, or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite.

We offer:
• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience;
• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people; and,
• the chance to contribute to a more secure world.

If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your application to ISSATrecruitment@dcaf.ch by midnight (CET) Friday 7 February 2020 with the subject heading “APPLICATION SSR Advisor”, enclosing:
• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your story and what you can bring to DCAF; and,
• a concise CV (maximum two pages).

DCAF is an equal opportunities employer that considers applications from all qualified candidates.

DCAF’s International Security Sector Advisory Team (ISSAT) is looking for the new Head of Professional Development and Training service line.

The candidate will among other responsibilities oversee the portfolio of ISSAT’s current trainings in supporting security and justice reform, and identify and assess future professional development, learning and training needs of the globally deployed SSR practitioners from ISSAT’s bilateral and multilateral Governing Board Members. The candidate will develop professional and learning development pathways and curriculum for SSR practitioners, which may include training modules as well as other learning, coaching and mentoring opportunities, ensuring that such pathways are designed in line with international best practices. 

For more information of the vacancy as Head of Professional Development and Training at DCAF-ISSAT, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF Operation Department is looking for a Programme Advisor, in its Sub -Saharan Africa Divison. The Programme Advisor for Results and Learning supports a result and learning approach to program management in the Division. She/he is responsible for Sub -Saharan Africa Divison performance management system and in producing regular internal and external cases or articles on programme and divisional performance and achievements. She/he contributes to developing new projects/programs and in raising funds for these new initiatives. She/he assists the Sub -Saharan Africa Divison's management in using the performance information for decision-making, resource allocation, and lesson learning. This is a four-month assignment to cover maternity leave for the incumbent.

For more information about the vacancy as Programme Advisor, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF's Sub-Saharan Africa Division are seeking a dynamic, organised and creative individual to be the next Senior SSR Advisor/Programme Manager. 

The Senior SSR Advisor/Programme Manager will provide management oversight and technical expertise to a soon to be launched comprehensive police reform programme in the Horn of Africa and will contribute to regional security sector governance initiatives. He/she will lead the process of articulating programme frameworks, including Theories of Change, monitoring and evaluation components and budgets, and identify and pursue new project opportunities. He/She will coach, guide and contribute to the professional development of Sub-Saharan Africa Division's programme staff and articulate and share lessons from the Sub-Saharan Africa Division work to the larger community of practice.  

For more details and application to the position as Senior SSR Advisor/Programme Manager, please follow the link. 

DCAF's Sub-Saharan Africa Division are seeking a dynamic, organised and creative individual to be the next Resident Project Coordinator/SSR Adviser in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 

The Resident Project Coordinator/SSR Advisor will provide overall leadership to DCAF’s programme in support of the Ethiopian Federal Police (EFP) in its efforts to achieve greater accountability, transparency and effectiveness. The programme is intended to lay the foundation for longer term development of a police service that can respond to the population’s needs. He/She will provide both strategic and technical support as well as coordinating a team of international and national experts. He/She will represent DCAF in Ethiopia and will report to DCAF's Head of the Sub-Saharan Africa Division.

For more information about the vacancy Resident Coordinator / SSR Advisor, please follow the link. 

The 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development (SDGs) is a global action plan for sustainable development and a key priority for the United Nations and its member States. Currently, little work has been done to link Security Sector Governance/Reform (SSG/R) with the SDGs, despite there being considerable overlap between the two realms. Against this background, DCAF will conduct a three-year project linking SSG/R with the SDGs. The project will focus specifically on governance and oversight, and will work with three important actors of governance of the security sector: parliaments, civil society and independent oversight institutions. The project entails the development of knowledge products, the organisation of high-level policy events, and the conduct of national workshops focused on implementation.

For full details about the position Project Coordinator – SDG16, please follow the link.

The SHRIM is a multi-donor trust fund set up by DCAF in 2016, to promote the on-the-ground implementation of better security and human rights good practices, in a cost-effective way that minimizes bureaucracy and fosters local ownership. Since 2016 six projects have been implemented, which have made a positive impact in over 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.

The Security and Human Rights Grant will award a maximum of CHF 30’000 (each) to two to three innovative projects coming from local organizations based in the Global South that are seeking to support the implementation of security and human rights good practices linked to the operations of extractive or private security companies.

For more information and application to the The Security and Human Rights Grant, please follow the link. 

DCAF-Afrique Subsaharienne (SSAD) recherche de prestataire chargé de produire un « Guide pratique sur la place des acteurs non étatiques de justice et de sécurité dans la réforme du secteur de la sécurité en Afrique de l’Ouest ». L'objectif principal de cet outil est de fournir des orientations et des conseils pratiques sur l’intégration des acteurs non étatiques de la justice et de la sécurité aux processus de réforme du secteur de la sécurité dans un contexte ouest-africain et dans le respect des cadres normatifs existants de l'UA et de la CEDEAO.

Ce projet doit développer les points principaux dans des sections bien articulées, étayées par de solides bases factuelles. Il fournira des orientations pratiques tenant compte des spécificités et de la diversité du contexte ouest-africain, notamment à travers des exemples spécifiques au contexte, des enseignements tirés et des bonnes pratiques.

Pour postuler à l'offre Prestataire chargé de produire un « Guide pratique sur la place des acteurs non étatiques de justice et de sécurité dans la réforme du secteur de la sécurité en Afrique de l’Ouest » veuillez suivre le lien.

En étroite collaboration avec le/la Chargé.e de Projet, le/la titulaire du poste, de nationalité burkinabaise, aura pour principales missions d’assurer la bonne implantation du DCAF au Burkina Faso et de contribuer à la planification, préparation et réalisation des activités du programme, avec les interlocuteurs nationaux pertinents (Ministères, Parlement, Forces de sécurité, Société Civile,…) ainsi qu’avec l’Autorité de Développement Intégré de la Région du Liptako Gourma.

Pour postuler à l'offre Conseiller(ère) Technique National(e) RSS  (Poste national), veuillez suivre le lien.

Sous la supervision de la cheffe de la division Afrique Subsaharienne, et en collaboration avec un Conseiller National RSS au Burkina Faso, le/la titulaire du poste aura pour principales missions de représenter DCAF au Burkina Faso et de piloter la mise en œuvre du programme dans son volet relatif au Burkina Faso. Il/elle sera initialement rattaché.e au bureau régional de DCAF au Mali (Bamako).

Pour postuler à l'offre Chargé(e) de Projet pour le Burkina Faso, veuillez suivre le lien.

DCAF Latin America and the Carribbean unit are looking for a Qualified Consultant or Firm to carry out an Institutional Needs Analysis and Mapping of External Cooperation for The National Police Of Honduras. 

The long-term goal of the required consultancy is to develop mechanisms to effectively and efficiently channel the resources and support of external cooperation towards the actual requirements of the NPH. The findings of the consultancy should serve as a starting point for the NPH to build a system that provides for a better planning, prioritization, allocation, management, monitoring and evaluation of resources, particularly the external ones, based on institutional needs.

The specific objectives of the consultancy are the following:

1. Identify the needs of reform, transformation, and adjustment that the NPH must address in order to implement the modernization process and to reinforce the national community policing model.
2. Map and analyse the external cooperation offer to the NPH (national and international).
3. Identify gaps between the institutional requirements and the current resources, institutional capacity, and external support.
4. Provide recommendations to design a Modernization Plan for the NPH. 

The consultant should have a minimum relevant professional track record of at least 10 years in institutional assessment exercises, including needs and gap analysis, preferably in the security sector.

For further details about this consultancy, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF Latin America and the Caribbean unit is looking for a consultancy to conduct Comprehensive Risk Management and Control System for the National Police of Honduras(in Spanish). 

Consultor/A O Firma Especializada para El Desarrollo de Un Sistema Integral de Gestión y Control de Riesgos Para Ser Implementado Por la Inspectoría General de la Policía Nacional de Honduras.

El objetivo general de la consultoría consiste en desarrollar un sistema de gestión y control de riesgos que pueda ser implementado por la Inspectoría General de la Policía Nacional de Honduras en sus labores de control interno.

Los objetivos específicos son los siguientes:

1. Desarrollar un sistema integral para la gestión y control de riesgos, que incluya un conjunto de políticas, principios, normas, manuales, procedimientos, mecanismos de prevención, instructivos, indicadores, entre otros insumos relevantes, para una adecuada gestión de riesgos; y que permita a la Inspectoría General realizar un monitoreo a través de una herramienta informática (es importante que el sistema cuente con soporte documental e informático).
2. Brindar asistencia técnica al personal de la Inspectoría General en la implementación del sistema de gestión y control de riesgos desarrollado.
3. Definir los parámetros y mecanismos idóneos para contar con una certificación de los conocimientos del personal de la PNH.
4. Capacitar al personal de la Inspectoría General en la gestión y control de riesgos, en base al sistema desarrollado.

El candidato debe tener un mínimo de 8 años de experiencia en gestión integral de riesgos con base en estándares internacionales y buenas prácticas.

Para más información sobre por esta consultoría, siga en enlace. 

DCAF Latin America and the Caribbean unit is looking for a consultancy to work Strategic Communication Plan for the National Police of Honduras (in Spanish). 

Consultor/a o firma especializada para la elaboración de un Plan de Comunicación Estratégica para la Dirección de Asuntos Disciplinarios Policiales de la Policía Nacional de Honduras.

El objetivo general de la consultoría consiste en la creación de un Plan de Comunicación Estratégica, Integral y Efectiva para la DIDADPOL, que recoja las políticas, principios, estrategias, objetivos, recursos, propuestas, y acciones de comunicación flexibles y adaptables, tanto internas como externas.

Dicho plan tendrá que estar alineado con los procesos institucionales que se engloban en el Plan Estratégico Institucional de modo tal que permita: mejorar la coordinación, ayudar a organizar los procesos de comunicación, guiar el trabajo comunicativo asertivo, evitar la dispersión, y facilitar el ingreso, acceso y salida de la información. Todo lo cual debe redundar en el mejoramiento de la eficacia y eficiencia institucional.

El candidato debe tener un mínimo de 10 años de experiencia en el desarrollo de planes o estrategias de comunicación organizacional, de preferencia en el campo de seguridad.

Para más información sobre por esta consultoría, siga en enlace. 

DCAF Latin America and the Caribbean unit is looking for a consultancy to work analyse institutional needs and mapping of external  cooperation for the National Police of Honduras (in Spanish). 

El objetivo general de la consultoría es desarrollar los mecanismos para orientar de manera efectiva y eficiente el apoyo de la cooperación externa hacia los requerimientos actuales de la PNH. Los hallazgos de la consultoría deben servir como base para que la PNH construya un sistema de planeación, priorización, canalización, gestión, seguimiento y evaluación de recursos, particularmente externos, en función de sus necesidades institucionales.

Los objetivos específicos son los siguientes:

1. Identificar necesidades de reforma, transformación o modificación dentro de la PNH, que deban ser atendidas para implementar un proceso de modernización y consolidar un modelo nacional de policía comunitaria.

2. Realizar un mapeo y análisis de la oferta de cooperación externa (nacional e internacional) a la PNH.

3. Identificar las brechas entre las necesidades institucionales y los recursos actuales, la capacidad institucional y la oferta de cooperación externa-

4. Formular recomendaciones para diseñar el Plan de Modernización de la PNH.

El candidato debe tener un mínimo de 10 años de experiencia laboral en ejercicios de análisis institucional, incluida la identificación y análisis de necesidades institucionales y análisis de brechas, preferiblemente en el sector de la seguridad.

Para más información sobre por esta consultoría, siga en enlace. 

DCAF is currently preparing for the implementation of the project under the DFID funded Capability, Accountability, Sustainability and Inclusivity Programme (CASIP) aimed at providing support to the Palestinian Security Sector. The CASIP will deliver improved financial and human resources management, policy-making capability, a more effective security sector complaints handling system, and increased internal accountability of Palestinian Authority Security Forces (PASF).

For this project, DCAF is looking for an International Expert on Complaints Systems to be based in Ramallah. 

For more information about the vacancy as International Expert on Complaints System, please follow the link. 

DCAF is currently preparing for the implementation of the project under the DFID funded Capability, Accountability, Sustainability and Inclusivity Programme (CASIP) aimed at providing support to the Palestinian Security Sector. The CASIP will deliver improved financial and human resources management, policy-making capability, a more effective security sector complaints handling system, and increased internal accountability of Palestinian Authority Security Forces (PASF).

For this project, DCAF is looking for an International Expert in Human Resources to be based in Ramallah. 

For more information about the vacancy as International Expert on Human Resources, please follow the link. 

DCAF is currently preparing for the implementation of the project under the DFID funded Capability, Accountability, Sustainability and Inclusivity Programme (CASIP) aimed at providing support to the Palestinian Security Sector. The CASIP will deliver improved financial and human resources management, policy-making capability, a more effective security sector complaints handling system, and increased internal accountability of Palestinian Authority Security Forces (PASF).

For this project, DCAF is looking for an International Expert in Public Financial Management to be based in Ramallah.

For more information about the vacancy as International Expert - Public Financial Management, please follow the link. 

DCAF is currently preparing for the implementation of the project under the DFID funded Capability, Accountability, Sustainability and Inclusivity Programme (CASIP) aimed at providing support to the Palestinian Security Sector. The CASIP will deliver improved financial and human resources management, policy-making capability, a more effective security sector complaints handling system, and increased internal accountability of Palestinian Authority Security Forces (PASF).

For this project, DCAF is looking for an International Expert in Planning and M&E to be based in Ramallah.

For full details about the vacancy as International Expert - Planning and M&E, please follow the link. 

DCAF's Business and Security Division are looking for their new Project Officer. 

The Business and Security Division works with business, governments and communities to improve security, sustainable development and respect for human rights. The division are a strategic implementing partner for both the Montreux Document and the International Code of Conduct for Private Security Service Providers (ICoC) and an Observer to the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPs). In partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the work supports companies operating in complex environments to ensure that human rights are integrated into their business practices. For more information, please see: www.businessandsecurity.dcaf.ch 

For full details about the vacancy as Project Officer, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF - Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance are looking for a Programme Manager.

DCAF is implementing the program “Capability, Accountability, Sustainability and Inclusivity Programme (CASIP)” of support to the Palestinian Security Sector, funded by the Department for International Development (DFID). CASIP aims to deliver improved financial and human resources management, policy-making capability, a more effective security sector complaints handling system, and increased internal accountability of Palestinian Authority Security Forces (PASF). The programme will support interventions in four identified thematic areas: strategic planning and research, public financial management, complaints and human resources.  Each contributes to the wider Administration Programme (AP) coordinated by the Ministry of the Interior on behalf of the Palestinian Security Forces.

The Programme Manager will be based in Ramallah and report to Head of Ramallah DCAF Office. 

For full details about the vacancy as CASIP Programme Manager, kindly follow the link. 

The Project Assistant will be responsible for supporting the implementation of security sector governance capacity building projects. Under the supervision of the project coordinator and in close cooperation with other project team members in Geneva, and Belgrade, the Project Assistant is in charge of ensuring logistical and administrative tasks and carries out research on request.

For full details about the vacancy Project Assistant, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF's Business and Security Division are looking for a Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator will play an active role in the planning, implementation and monitoring of policy research and operational programmes that address security and human rights challenges in complex environments. Central to this role is leading DCAF’s work on the topic conducted in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross.

For full details about the vacancy as Project Coordinator, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF’s Middle East and North Africa Division is looking for an experienced, motivated and dynamic individual to serve as Project Officer in Tunis office (100%). The Project Officer will be part of a professional team in Tunis and will report to the Head and Deputy Head of the DCAF Tunis office. 

For full details about the vacancy Project officer / Middle East and North Africa Division, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF's Gender and Security division are looking for a Project Officer. 

With an eleven-person team, the Gender and Security Division leads DCAF’s work promoting gender equality by providing policy advice, conducting practical research and implementing operational projects.

Under the supervision of the Programme Manager, the candidate will support the development, implementation, and monitoring of complex research projects for the Division and work collaboratively with other DCAF divisions. This position requires knowledge and familiarity with gender and security, experience in applied research, strong interpersonal skills, and good understanding of security policy.

For full details about the vacancy Project Officer Gender and Security Division, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF Euopa and Central Asia Division are looking for a Project Officer. 

The Project Officer will be assigned to the DCAF’s Europe and Central Asia Division, and reporting directly to the Head of Police Programme. The candidate will be supporting DCAF in the implementation the Police Assistance Project on Strategic Reform Capacities for the National Police of Ukraine (PSRC-NPU). The project aims at supporting and institutionalizing strategic management and reform capacities at NPU and is part of a wider assistance Programme of Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Peace and Stabilization Operations Program (PSOPs) in Ukraine. The candidate will support the projects implementation, monitor and review while based at DCAF Geneva headquarters.

For full details about the vacancy as Project Officer at DCAF Europe and Central Asia Divison, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF is currently seeking an experienced, dynamic, and creative leader to serve as Head of the Gender and Security Division. The candidate will set the vision and provide strategic management and oversight of the Gender and Security Division’s diverse operational and policy and research portfolio related to gender equality in security sector governance and reform. As the Head of division, the candidate will lead a highly professional, 10-member team in Geneva with a wide-ranging portfolio of Projects including policy development and advocacy, provision of technical advice, developing research products, supporting local partners, delivering training, etc. 

This position requires extensive knowledge and expertise in gender and security, hands-on leadership and interpersonal skills, as well as a deep understanding of relevant policy development on gender and security in multinational institutions, particularly the UN, EU, and OSCE. The post requires travel to different regions of the world and frequent engagements as a public speaker.

For full details about the vacancy as Head of Gender and Security Division at DCAF, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF’s Middle East and North Africa Division are looking for an International Expert under the project ‘Enhancing delivery of security and justice for the Palestinians’ in Occupied Palestinian Territories. 

The mandate consists of:

• Commenting on the regulation of receiving gifts (home based).
• Participating through video conference in a workshop on receiving gifts (to provide international experience in the regulations on receiving gifts and their implementation).
• Participation in a conference on the regulation on conflict of interests, with providing presentation on the best practices and success stories on the regulation on conflict of interests (the activity is in Ramallah). 

For full details about the consultancy, Regulation on receiving gifts and regulation on conflict of interests, please follow the link

DCAF Europe and Central Asia Division are looking for a dynamic and highly qualified International Expert as the new Head of Office in Kiev.

The candidate will be supporting DCAF in the implementation the Police Assistance Project on Strategic Reform Capacities for the National Police of Ukraine (PSRC-NPU). The project aims at supporting and institutionalizing strategic management and reform capacities at NPU and is part of a wider assistance Programme of Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Peace and Stabilization Operations Program (PSOPs) in Ukraine. The candidate will support in the PSRC-NPU’s implementation, monitor and review while based at DCAF office in Kiev – Ukraine.

For full details about the vacancy, International Expert – Head of Office, please follow the link

The Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF) is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. DCAF contributes to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms.

For the Europe and Central Asia Division, DCAF is looking for a dynamic and highly qualified expert to be the next Project Coordinator for a materinty replacement.

For full details about the vacancy, Project Coordinator, please follow the link

DCAF is launching the implementation phase of its “Capability, Accountability, Sustainability and Inclusivity Programme (CASIP)” of support to the Palestinian Security Sector, funded by the UK. CASIP will deliver improved financial and human resources management, policy-making capability, a more effective security sector complaints handling system, and increased internal accountability of Palestinian Authority Security Forces (PASF). The Outcome of this project is: “A more capable, accountable, sustainable and inclusive PA security sector; and improved, more inclusive PA legitimacy and ability to govern.”  Under the outcome, the programme will support interventions in four identified thematic areas: strategic planning and research, public financial management, complaints and human resources.  Each contributes to the wider Administration Programme (AP) coordinated by the Ministry of the Interior on behalf of the Palestinian Security Forces.

Subject to final approval of the CASIP programme implementation phase by the donor, DCAF is willing to engage the services of an expert consultant to serve as Interim Team Leader for the CASIP programme, for a three-month period. Interested expired are called to express their interest. 

For full access to the vacancy, Interim Team Leader, kindly follow the link

Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance - (DCAF)'s Middle East and North Africa Division is looking for a Project Officer based in Beirut, Lebanon.
The Project Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of DCAF's projects and activities in Lebanon. 

For full access to the vacancy, DCAF Project Officer Lebanon, kindly follow the link.

DCAF – Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance, is looking for a motivated and flexible Project Officer to the Policy and Research Division. 
The Project Officer will support the Policy and Research Division in implementing research projects related to multilateral organisations, with a focus, among others, on the UN and the OSCE.

For full details about the vacancy, Project Officer at DCAF, please follow the link

DCAF’s Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) Unit strives to strengthen citizen security in the LAC region by promoting the application of good governance principles. For our LAC Unit we are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to be our Project Coordinator, Gender and Security LAC (80%). Under the direct supervision of the Head of the LAC Unit the Project Coordinator will be responsible for the project management of the Unit’s gender and security project in Colombia.  Additionally, as the focal point for gender within the Unit, the Project Coordinator will provide support to the gender components of all other projects of the Unit and assist the Unit in enhancing its capacities and strategies in matters of gender and security.

For full access to the vacancy, Project Coordinator, Gender and Security LAC, kindly follow the link. 

DCAF is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. DCAF contributes to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms. It creates innovative knowledge products, promotes norms and good practices, provides legal and policy advice and supports capacity‐building of both state and non‐state security sector stakeholders.

DCAF's Foundation Council comprises 62 member states, the Canton of Geneva and six permanent observers. Active in over 70 countries, DCAF is internationally recognized as one of the world's leading centres of excellence for security sector governance (SSG) and security sector reform (SSR). DCAF is guided by the principles of neutrality, impartiality, local ownership, inclusive participation, and gender equality. For more information please visit www.dcaf.ch

ISSAT is a Department of DCAF it was established in 2008 in response to the need to increase the capacity of the international community to support Security Sector Governance/Reform (SSG/R) processes, to enhance the effectiveness and quality of SSG/R programming, and to facilitate the coordination and coherence of international assistance for nationally driven SSR/G processes. It provides practical support to the international community in its efforts to improve security and justice, primarily in conflict-affected and fragile states. It does this by working with a group of member states and institutions to develop and promote good security and justice reform practices and principles, and by helping its members to build their capacity to support national and regional security and justice reform processes. The ISSAT provides a deployable capacity to support its Governing Board Members. For more information, please see: www.issat.dcaf.ch

We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual for the role of:

Deputy Head of ISSAT – (100 %)

Location:  Geneva (with regular travel)

Starting date: 1 July 2019 or upon mutual agreement

Duration: unlimited

The role    

The successful applicant will play a key role, with the Head of ISSAT, in managing the Department’s programmes and providing oversight to the department’s staff. The position will also involve representational duties. Part of a professional team in Geneva, the Deputy Head will contribute to strengthening the Department’s  work while promoting regional and national implementation of applicable international norms and good practices.

Key activities:

• Provide management oversight to departmental work programmes
• Ensure the effective and efficient implementation of ISSAT’s matrix system through coordination of ISSAT’s human resources  
• Ensure effective supervision and mentoring support to staff within the Department
• Represent the Department both within DCAF and with external stakeholders
• Enable continuous improvement in departmental programme and human resource management processes
• Lead planning, implementation and management of assigned projects, including deployment to field locations
• Identify opportunities to develop new projects, build partnerships and expand the donor base for the Department’s work

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Essential:

• The post holder must be a proactive person with strong leadership skills and have demonstrated an ability to work as part of a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary team.
• S/he must have extensive management experience and be prepared to represent the Head of ISSAT in official functions or as required, and to act as the lead for particular field activities.
• S/he must have experience working in politically sensitive situations and have strong diplomatic skills, with strong experience of working with bilateral donors and multilateral actors supporting SSR/G processes.
• S/he must have good communication (verbal and written), drafting and presentational skills, and the ability to network and liaise effectively with a wide range of potential stakeholders at all levels both within governments and non-governmental and multinational organisations.
•  S/he must have outstanding management, organisational and planning skills and have the ability to analyse situations quickly, handle effectively multiple tasks without compromising quality, team spirit and positive working relationships, and to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and produce workable solutions to meet customer requirements.

Additional skills or experience:

• Advanced degree in political science/ international relations, economics, business, international human rights or humanitarian law, or related field;
• Fluency in English and French, both written and spoken, is highly desirable. Additional languages considered a plus;
• Swiss or EU citizenship or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite.

We offer:

• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience
• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people
• the chance to contribute to improving security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights.

If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your application to ISSATrecruitment@dcaf.ch by 29^th April 2019 with the subject heading “Deputy Head of ISSAT”, enclosing:

• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your relevant experience and what you can bring to ISSAT
• a concise CV (maximum two pages)

DCAF is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, age, disability, gender identity, religion, or ethnicity.

DCAF’s International Security Sector Advisory Team (ISSAT) provides practical support to the international community in its efforts to improve security and justice, primarily in conflict-affected and fragile states. Established in 2008, it works to increase the capacity of the international community to support SSR processes, to enhance the effectiveness and quality of SSR programming, and to facilitate the coordination and coherence of international assistance for nationally driven SSR processes.

We are a dynamic team working with, and across, world-leading government departments, multilateral institutions and experts in the international security and justice sector development arena.

You will compliment an experienced, values-driven professional group from a broad variety of backgrounds. Funded chiefly by national governments, we look after our staff and ensure they benefit from a solid employment package, and a proactive and empowering working environment.

Today, DCAF-ISSAT is looking for a dynamic and committed individual to be our next:

DCAF-ISSAT Project Assistant

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Under the direction and coordination of the Head of Knowledge and Outreach and ISSAT’s Deputy Head, the post-holder will support the work of DCAF/ ISSAT’s Advocacy & Outreach service line. 

For the terms of reference and information on how to apply, kindly consult the attached PDF document. 

Reporting to Head of ISSAT (with delegation depending on the task), the Head of Professional Development and Training (an advisor level position) will have the following key areas of operation:

• Oversee the portfolio of ISSAT’s current trainings in supporting security and justice reform, and identify and assess future professional development, learning and training needs of the globally deployed SSR practitioners from ISSAT’s bilateral and multilateral Governing Board Members;

• Develop professional and learning development pathways and curriculum for SSR practitioners, which may include training modules as well as other learning, coaching and mentoring opportunities, ensuring that such pathways are designed and assured in line with international best practices, and that they address the goals and expectations of ISSAT strategic and development objectives;

• Seek opportunities for achieving ISSAT strategic and development goals through development and improvement of ISSAT peer-learning, training, coaching and mentoring programmes or courses;

• Deploy and advise on a wide variety of development, learning, and training pathways that understand how to move from blended courses at the individual level to the institutionalisation of career and development paths;

• Quality assure ISSAT’s professional development and training/learning material, approaches and facilitators;

• Lead the provision of assistance to ISSAT’s Governing Board Members in developing their policies for SSR training and professional development;

• Contribute to ISSAT’s development and dissemination of knowledge products based on good practice and lessons identified from the field;

• Build and maintain effective liaison with ISSAT’s Governing Board Members, the wider SSR community, and other actors working on linked thematic areas;

• Input to ISSAT strategic planning and prioritisation, as part of the ISSAT Management Team.

• Given that ISSAT works in a matrix approach, the post holder will also get opportunities for additional advisory field support work and be expected to contribute to ISSAT’s knowledge portfolio.

You

• Over 7 years relevant experience in training and learning development, as well as in conflict and development practice in the field;
• Significant knowledge and experience in one or more of the following: governance mechanisms, conflict and peace development, human resourcing, public financial management;
• Significant knowledge and experience in: training needs assessments, blended training and learning development design, monitoring and evaluation of learning and professional development, coordination;
• Programme and project management skills, and experience in Learning Management Systems (LMS);
• Good communication (verbal and written), influencing, training, presentation, coaching and mentoring skills;
• Recognised training qualification (Chartered Institute of Professional Development (CIPD) or equivalent);
• Able to analyse situations quickly and effectively, adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and produce workable solutions to meet customer requirements;
• Masters degree in conflict studies, international relations, management and international development, political science, or a related field;
• Fluency in English and French. Other languages desirable (particularly Spanish, Arabic and Portuguese);
• Swiss or EU citizenship, or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite.

We offer:

• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience
• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people
• the chance to contribute to a securer world
If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your application to ISSATrecruitment@dcaf.ch by 14 January 2019 with the subject heading “APPLICATION Head PDT”, enclosing:
• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your story and what you can bring to DCAF
• a concise CV (maximum two pages)
DCAF is an equal opportunities employer that considers applications from all qualified candidates.

Reporting to Head of ISSAT (with delegation depending on the task), the Head of Professional Development and Training (an advisor level position) will have the following key areas of operation:

• Oversee the portfolio of ISSAT’s current trainings in supporting security and justice reform, and identify and assess future professional development, learning and training needs of the globally deployed SSR practitioners from ISSAT’s bilateral and multilateral Governing Board Members;

• Develop professional and learning development pathways and curriculum for SSR practitioners, which may include training modules as well as other learning, coaching and mentoring opportunities, ensuring that such pathways are designed and assured in line with international best practices, and that they address the goals and expectations of ISSAT strategic and development objectives;

• Seek opportunities for achieving ISSAT strategic and development goals through development and improvement of ISSAT peer-learning, training, coaching and mentoring programmes or courses;

• Deploy and advise on a wide variety of development, learning, and training pathways that understand how to move from blended courses at the individual level to the institutionalisation of career and development paths;

• Quality assure ISSAT’s professional development and training/learning material, approaches and facilitators;

• Lead the provision of assistance to ISSAT’s Governing Board Members in developing their policies for SSR training and professional development;

• Contribute to ISSAT’s development and dissemination of knowledge products based on good practice and lessons identified from the field;

• Build and maintain effective liaison with ISSAT’s Governing Board Members, the wider SSR community, and other actors working on linked thematic areas;

• Input to ISSAT strategic planning and prioritisation, as part of the ISSAT Management Team.

• Given that ISSAT works in a matrix approach, the post holder will also get opportunities for additional advisory field support work and be expected to contribute to ISSAT’s knowledge portfolio.

You

• Over 7 years relevant experience in training and learning development, as well as in conflict and development practice in the field;
• Significant knowledge and experience in one or more of the following: governance mechanisms, conflict and peace development, human resourcing, public financial management;
• Significant knowledge and experience in: training needs assessments, blended training and learning development design, monitoring and evaluation of learning and professional development, coordination;
• Programme and project management skills, and experience in Learning Management Systems (LMS);
• Good communication (verbal and written), influencing, training, presentation, coaching and mentoring skills;
• Recognised training qualification (Chartered Institute of Professional Development (CIPD) or equivalent);
• Able to analyse situations quickly and effectively, adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and produce workable solutions to meet customer requirements;
• Masters degree in conflict studies, international relations, management and international development, political science, or a related field;
• Fluency in English and French. Other languages desirable (particularly Spanish, Arabic and Portuguese);
• Swiss or EU citizenship, or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite.

We offer:

• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience
• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people
• the chance to contribute to a securer world
If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your application to ISSATrecruitment@dcaf.ch by 14 January 2019 with the subject heading “APPLICATION Head PDT”, enclosing:
• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your story and what you can bring to DCAF
• a concise CV (maximum two pages)
DCAF is an equal opportunities employer that considers applications from all qualified candidates.