May 4, 2025
Chicago 12, Melborne City, USA
Jobs

International Alert: Seeking Peace and Security Expert for DDR Project in Nigeria

International Alert: Seeking Peace and Security Expert for DDR Project in Nigeria

International Alert is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Peace and Security Expert to provide technical expertise on a Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) project in Nigeria. The successful candidate will contribute to strengthening national DDR policy and strategy.

Responsibilities:

  Develop Screening and Classification Toolkits, including SOPs and risk-tiering templates.

  Provide technical inputs into National DDR Policy and Strategy Document (drafts).

  Document Learning Events and Consultations.

  Prepare a Final Technical Report summarizing key achievements, lessons, and recommendations.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

  Education: Advanced degree (PhD) in Peace and Conflict Studies, Security Studies, International Relations, Law, or related field.

  Professional Experience:

    At least 10 years of experience in peacebuilding, DDR, security sector reform, or conflict transformation in fragile or post-conflict contexts.

    Demonstrable experience advising national governments or international institutions on DDR, counter-terrorism, PCVE, or reintegration frameworks.

    Strong knowledge of the Nigerian context.

    Experience in legal and policy analysis.

Competencies:

  Strategic thinker with strong political acumen.

  Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills.

  Proven facilitation and capacity-building experience.

  Fluency in English required; knowledge of Hausa or other local languages is an asset.

Application Process:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit:

  A cover letter (max 2 pages) demonstrating understanding of the assignment and relevant expertise.

  A detailed CV (max 4 pages) highlighting relevant work experience.

  A financial proposal detailing daily consultancy rate and estimated total cost.

  One relevant writing sample or technical document previously developed.

Applications should be submitted to: nigeria@international-alert.org

Subject line: Peace and Security Expert – DDR Project

Deadline: May 10, 2025

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *