Digital Protection and Peacebuilding Advisor (National and International Candidates)

Job Title:                                           Digital Protection and Peacebuilding Advisor

Department:                                      Programming

Duty Station:                                     Erbil, 60% domestic travel

Line Manager:                                   Head of Programme

Line Management Responsibility:  None 

Position Type:                                   Full-time

ABOUT US

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic, international non-governmental organization. We work with people affected by violent conflicts to enhance their security and dignity through unarmed civilian protection (UCP). We work to reduce violence and protect civilians in countries affected by violent conflict and its aftermath and to help transform the world’s response to conflict situations.

JOB PURPOSE  

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Digital Protection and Peacebuilding Advisor to join our team and contribute to our efforts in advancing Unarmed Civilian Protection in the digital space. The Digital Protection and Peacebuilding Advisor has a solid understanding of the online ecosystem, the risks and opportunities it brings for human security. Additionally, the Advisor is passionate about working with communities and other careholders to enhance safety conditions in the digital space, co-create digital tools to effectively interrupt cycles of violence, build trust and safely advocate for meaningful inclusion and participation in decision making processes at the local, national and international level. 

KEY OBJECTIVES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advance Unarmed Civilian Protection in the digital space to interrupt cycles of violence to enhance human security in an inclusive manner.
• Produce protection analysis of digital threats and risks in the digital ecosystems where civilians operate. 
• Co-design tools and co-create analysis of trends related to digital protection risks, hate speech, divisive narratives and/or other peace and security related trends in the digital space and bring in programmatic recommendations accordingly.
• Co-create innovative digital tools with communities to interrupt cycles of violence fueled by different divisive dynamics including rumors and hate speech in the digital space. 
• Identify and enhance community-based violence prevention and rumor control mechanisms that are being utilized
• Map digital relevant actors to develop further partnerships and cooperation to enhance civilian’s safety and security. 
• Develop tools and material to enhance internal and external digital capacity to safely use the digital space.
• Guide the teams and communities we work with to safely prevent violence in the digital space when divisive narratives circulate.
• Support field teams in designing and delivering context-sensitive training on digital literacy and digital security.
• Provide training and workshops for partners in digital security and digital peacebuilding. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following skills, attributes and experience: 

• A bachelor’s degree in digital humanities, tech sciences, peace studies, conflict transformation, international relations, political science, or other related fields. 
• At least 3 years of professional experience related to digital protection, online violence prevention, digital literacy, digital peacebuilding and enhancement of digital protection capacities. 
• Previous experience in, violence prevention, protection of civilians and/or conflict transformation.
• Experience with social media to prevent violence in the digital space and support peace efforts. 
• An in depth understanding of Iraq political context. 
• Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is essential.
• Experience with meaningful community engagement. 
• Sound personal organizational skills, including excellent time management, strong analytical skills, ability to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team, including relationships both in person and in remote locations and abroad.
• Experience on the nexus between conflict and climate change will be an asset.

Commitment to NP Principles 

Demonstrate a commitment to NP’s mission and vision: 

All NP employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization's guiding principles:  

• Nonviolence
• Direct action
• Radical connection
• Process-oriented
• Independence
• Nonpartisanship
• Redemption and healing
• Pluriversality
• Accountability

These principles and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships in protecting civilians in violent conflicts through unarmed strategies.

Application Process

• Candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to submit a CV (max. 2 pages) and cover letter (max 1 page) through our website detailing their experience and how they qualify for the role. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The closing date for applications is Thursday, 17th April 2025
• Candidates may be selected before the closing date; apply early.
• As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a technical assignment before participating in an interview.

SPECIAL NOTICE

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, communities we work with, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities and government guidance and complies with best practices in the Humanitarian and Development sector.NP expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritise ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. NP also participates in the InterAgency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

NO FEE 

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check whether the role you are interested in is posted here on our website.