- Position Title: Project Assistant, Peace and Conflict Sensitivity (PCS)
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Location: AWF Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
- Employment Type: Full-Time (On-site)
- Application Deadline: 21st January 2025
- Category/Department: Conservation Programs
- Salary Expectation: Estimated KSh 150,000–220,000 gross monthly (including allowances/benefits). This estimate is based on prevailing Kenyan market rates for Project Assistant and Program Support roles within international conservation and development NGOs in Nairobi, benchmarked against Glassdoor and PayScale data for professionals with 3+ years’ experience. Actual remuneration is set by the employer and may vary; this is an independent approximation to guide expectations and negotiation – no legal implication intended.
Introduction
The Project Assistant, Peace and Conflict Sensitivity (PCS) role offers an opportunity to contribute to conflict-sensitive conservation within a leading pan-African conservation organization. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about peacebuilding, social development, and conservation who wish to support programs operating in complex and fragile landscapes.
As a Project Assistant, Peace and Conflict Sensitivity (PCS), you will support the mainstreaming, coordination, and documentation of conflict-sensitive approaches across conservation programs. The role combines administrative, logistical, and technical responsibilities to strengthen collaboration, reduce risks, and ensure conservation interventions contribute to stability and positive community outcomes.
About African Wildlife Foundation (AWF)
African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) is a leading international conservation organization dedicated to ensuring wildlife and wild lands thrive in modern Africa. AWF works across landscapes where conservation intersects with social, political, and economic dynamics, partnering with communities, governments, and stakeholders to deliver sustainable and inclusive conservation solutions. The organization emphasizes evidence-based approaches, collaboration, and long-term impact across Africa’s critical ecosystems.
1. Project Assistant, Peace and Conflict Sensitivity (PCS) (Nairobi – 1 Post)
Brief Overview:
The Project Assistant, Peace and Conflict Sensitivity (PCS) will provide administrative, logistical, and technical support to strengthen the application of peace and conflict sensitivity principles across AWF conservation programs and landscapes.
Key Responsibilities
Program Support and Coordination
- Assist in organizing and scheduling PCS-related activities, meetings, and workshops.
- Support the implementation of PCS tools and guidance in collaboration with program teams.
- Help compile and format conflict analysis and stakeholder mapping data.
- Maintain records of PCS activities and ensure timely documentation.
Capacity Building and Learning
- Provide logistical support for training sessions and learning events.
- Assist in preparing training materials, presentations, and handouts.
- Help document lessons learned and feedback from participants.
- Support internal knowledge-sharing platforms and learning initiatives.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
- Assist in collecting and organizing data for PCS indicators.
- Support the preparation of progress reports and knowledge products.
- Help monitor risks and flag emerging issues for follow-up.
Partnership and Communication
- Coordinate communication with partners and stakeholders for PCS-related activities.
- Support the development of communication materials, case studies, and success stories.
- Assist in preparing inputs for proposals and donor reports.
Expected Deliverables
- Logistical and administrative support provided for PCS activities across landscapes.
- Training sessions and workshops successfully coordinated.
- PCS documentation and reports compiled and submitted on time.
- Communication materials and knowledge products developed with input from the PCS team.
Requirements for Appointment / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies, International Relations, Development Studies, Environmental Governance or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in peacebuilding, social development or conservation support roles.
- Project management experience is desired.
- Experience in supporting training, documentation and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and cultures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data management tools.
- Fluency in English required; additional languages (e.g., French, Swahili) are an advantage.
Terms of Service
- Full-Time Employment
How to Apply
Submit your application through the official African Wildlife Foundation recruitment portal before 21st January 2025. Only duly completed online applications will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
African Wildlife Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and respectful collaboration across all its programs.
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