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Posted May 30, 2009 with June 6 close.
Operations Manager, Illinois Balanced and Restorative Justice Project (IBARJP)

The IBARJP Operations Manager functions as a business partner with the Executive Director and works closely with the Board of Directors. The Operation Manager oversees and conducts the fiscal management of the association consistent with state and federal laws and contemporary accounting principles and standards for non-profit organizations. Organizational effectiveness is ensured by performing and providing leadership for the following business functions: financial and programmatic record keeping; purchasing; audit preparation and reporting; communications, including the website and listserv; accounts payable, payroll, and tax filing and reporting; grant compliance and reporting; and other program development and administrative tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Administrative:
1. Develop initiatives in the organization that contribute to long-term operational excellence.
2. Advise the Board and Executive Director on matters related to fundraising, tax and insurance questions, and business structure and growth.
3. Improve operational systems, processes and policies in support of the organization's mission
4. Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of the organization's financial and operational performance against budget, financial and operational goals.
5. Serve as primary liaison to the IBARJP legal counsel in addressing legal issues, such as copyright, antitrust, governing instruments, partnerships, licensing, etc.
6. Oversee organizational insurance policies.
7. Function as the Organization's liaison with all outside vendors.
8. Assist the Executive Director in maintaining updates, announcements and other Website communication functions.
9. Assume a leadership role in specific Restorative Justice program development initiatives in consultation with the Board and the Executive Director.
10. Assist the Executive Director in the coordination and planning of key meetings and training sessions

Fiscal:
1. versee financial management, planning, systems and controls.
2. Manage the payroll, including tabulation of accrued employee benefits.
3. Maintain sound organization of fiscal documents, archival and administrative files.
4. Attend regular fiscal planning meetings with the Executive Director.
5. Assist the Executive Director and Board in creating the annual organizational budget and in monitoring cash flow.
6. Direct the annual budgeting and planning process in collaboration with the Executive Director
7. Develop, maintain and monitor all fundraising and accounting systems and procedures; capture all pledges, billings and receipts and recommend and implement improvements to financial systems.
8. Manage day-to-day processing of accounts receivable and payable, disbursing checks for expenses.
9. Prepare for and manage annual financial and operational audits.

Qualifications

Mandatory:
• At least 3 years experience in Financial Management, bookkeeping, and budget preparation
• Substantial experience managing non-profit organizational, tax and legal issues
• Experience working with vendors of different kinds
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook (Access and website proficiency is highly desirable)
• A personal commitment to high professional ethical standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to travel in Illinois Preferred:
• Evidence of organization leadership capability
• Understanding of and commitment to Restorative Justice, social justice and the IBARJP mission
• A history that demonstrates appreciation for diversity and for community values

Salary $35-40,000, however, healthcare is not included in the benefits for this position. Please submit applications with resume, cover letter, and references to hrservices@ibarji.org before June 6, 2009.

Posted May 27, 2009 with June start.
Community Justice Conference Case Manager

The Center for Peacemaking and Conflict Studies of Fresno Pacific University is looking for a Community Justice Conference Case Manager to work with the Restorative Justice Initiative for Fresno County funded by the California Endowment. We are looking for a well organized person (they have to do lots of case management work), who is fluent in both English and Spanish, and has some knowledge of restorative justice. Here is the link to the job description:

http://www.fresno.edu/hr/open_positions/staff/case_manager.asp

Please feel free to pass on this announcement to anyone who may be qualified. If you have any questions feel free to call (559-417-0217) or write Jason Ekk at Jason.ekk@fresno.edu.

Posted May 16, 2009 with May 29 close.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CONFLICT RESOLUTION CENTER OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, INC.

The Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County, Inc. (CRCMC) is a not-for-profit community mediation center located in Wheaton, Maryland. CRCMC's mission is to help individuals, groups and communities in Montgomery County constructively manage conflict by offering collaborative problem solving services such as mediation, facilitation, community conferencing and training.

CRCMC is seeking an Executive Director for full-time employment with a preferred start date of July 1, 2009. Applications will also be accepted from candidates who can work part-time, 32 hours per week.

See full announcement at http://crcmc.org/employment.html

Posted May 16, 2009 with June 5, 2009 close.
Environmental Conflict Resolution Specialist - Federal Government

The Conflict Prevention and Resolution Center at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is seeking applications from candidates with education / experience in Environmental Conflict Resolution.

The Conflict Prevention and Resolution Center (CPRC) at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is requesting applications from interested candidates with a background in environmental issues and demonstrated interest in conflict resolution, and strong oral and written communication skills for the position of Conflict Resolution Specialist. Please view the complete vacancy announcement by accessing the links below. There may be multiple hires at the GS-7 (starting salary $41,210) or GS-9 (starting salary $50,408) level (with promotion potential to GS-13, top salary $113,007). The position(s) will be located in Washington, DC. Typical duties will include advising EPA employees on the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in environmental programs, contracting for external mediators and facilitators, developing and conducting training, preparing outreach materials, and promoting collaboration and ADR in environmental disputes within EPA. The CPRC houses EPA's internationally-recognized experts in facilitation, mediation, public engagement, and ADR (more information available at www.epa.gov/adr).

Full announcement available at http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=80869720&AVSDM=2009%2D05%2D08 +00%3A03%3A00&Logo=0&q=rtp-de-2009-0123&FedEmp=N&sort=rv&vw=d&brd=3876&ss=0&FedPub=Y&SUBMIT1.x=0&SUBMIT1.y=0

Posted May 15, 2009 with May 29 close.
Adviser - Climate Change & Conflict, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (London)
Closing Date - 29 May 2009
Organisation - International Alert
URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7RXF4H

Posted May 15, 2009 with July 10 close.
Program Manager, Conflict Management and Mitigation, - Various
Closing Date - 10 Jul 2009
Organisation - Mercy Corps
URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7RXDDV

Posted May 7, 2009 with no close listed.
Lecturer in Dispute Resolution, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX

The Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development at Southern Methodist University seeks a lecturer in dispute resolution, position #00052623, in the Department of Dispute Resolution and Counseling for the academic year 2009-10.

Principal responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teaching multiple courses intrinsic to the SMU Dispute Resolution core requirements: Mediation, Negotiation, and general Alternative Dispute Resolution practices.
• Assisting and advising students, providing academic program plans and guidance

• A terminal degree in a relevant discipline, Ph.D, JD or equivalent required
• Substantial, teaching experience, expert presentation skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and personnel management skills
• Heavy practical experience as a professional in the field
• The preferred candidate will have in-depth experience in the Healthcare and Dispute Resolution field as well as corporate arenas
• Positive, quantifiable feedback as an instructor or adjunct

This is a non-tenured appointment that is renewable annually. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, examples of syllabi, official graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference that specifically address teaching expertise to: Chair, Selection Committee, Department of Dispute Resolution and Counseling, P.O. Box 750900, Dallas, Texas 75275

Posted April 30, 2009 with June 27 close.
Program Officer-Conflict Management Group, Mercy Corps
Closing date: 27 Jun 2009
Location: United States of America (the)
Reference: 209489-927
Location: Cambridge, MA or Washington DC, DC

Full position description.

Posted April 9, 2009 with no close listed.
CONFLICT MANAGEMENT TRAINER, FACILITATOR, MEDIATOR

THE COMPANY
Meta-Culture is the only integrated dispute and relationship management consulting group in the Indian subcontinent. We are two companies: Meta-Culture Consulting (MCC), our corporate and social consulting business, and Meta-Culture Dialogics (MCD), our non-profit center that works in the community space. Our consultants help organizations, communities and individuals manage both internal and external disputes. A pioneering organization based in Bangalore, India, Meta-Culture takes pride in a very lively and unique work culture, intellectual rigor, creativity and the highest professional standards. The work we do is challenging and, for the right people, extremely fulfilling.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Meta-Culture seeks an experienced trainer, facilitator and mediator to deliver training programs, facilitate dialogue and conduct interventions in the field of Conflict Management and allied subjects. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Client management and liaison with multinational companies and various social sector organizations in India and abroad.
• Conducting innovative training programs in the areas of Conflict Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Cross-Cultural Communication, Critical Thinking, Creativity and Innovation.
• Conducting diagnostics interviews, focus groups and needs assessments for training and consulting projects.
• Preparing concept notes and recommendations for assessments and interventions.
• Mediating disputes in the workplace and community.
• Managing projects through their entire life cycle. Your secondary responsibilities will include:
• Assisting in the delivery of community dialogue initiatives.
• Designing and implementing conflict analysis tools.
• Assisting in intervention in complex social sector disputes.
• Contributing to internal learning and development initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS
You should have:

• A Masters Degree, preferably in Dispute Resolution, with 3-5 years experience in training, facilitation, and mediation or a Bachelors degree with 5+ years experience in training, facilitation, and mediation.
• Practical knowledge and experience conducting conflict assessments and/or developing conflict assessment tools.
• Effective project management skills.
• International exposure--minimum of 1 year living abroad, preferably in a developing country.
• A high level of comfort communicating with senior corporate and political officials.

We prefer you are:

• Extremely fluent in written and spoken English.
• Confident, organized and articulate.
• Able to multi-task and manage stress.
• Open and willing to work in an urban environment that while mostly English speaking can be culturally and socially challenging to some.
• Open to reflection, introspection and learning about yourself.
• Not conflict avoidant, but are willing and able to talk constructively with people with whom you disagree.
• Open to continuous learning and eager to try out new skills and concepts in the field.
• Open to the unique culture we are trying to create at Meta-Culture and helping us grow as per our vision.
• Very well informed about the world.
• Fluent in an Indian language; French or Spanish would be an advantage.

COMPENSATION and LOCATION
Meta-Culture does not receive any funding from governmental, corporate or philanthropic institutions. Our only income is generated from fee-for-service work. You will be paid in local currency and will earn a modest salary based on local living standards, which will enable you to live comfortably in this thriving city. As we are the only professional dispute management organization in the subcontinent, the opportunities for learning and development in your career will be extraordinary. Meta-Culture is moving towards becoming an employee-owned company and when these policies are put in place you will be eligible for the same. You must be interested in relocating to India for at least 24 months.

CONTACT US
Please send your resume and a cover letter stating why you would like to work for Meta-Culture to: Rachel Burks, Email: Rachel@meta-culture.in
Or call: +91-80-4152-4785/+91-80-4117-2421
Check us out at: www.meta-culture.in and
www.meta-culture.org

Posted March 23, 2009 with no close listed, position begins August 2009.
Faculty Position in the Conflict Transformation Program of the Center for Justice and Peacebuilding

Full-time, continuing faculty position in a graduate program in Conflict Transformation with a specialization in Development and Restorative Justice. Earned doctorate in conflict transformation or a related discipline required. Applicants should have teaching or training experience, along with field experience in international and/or community development. Complementary experience in restorative and/or transitional justice is desired. Position begins August 2009.

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three references to Lee Snyder, Interim Provost, Eastern Mennonite University, 1200 Park Rd., Harrisonburg, VA 22802 or email to provost@emu.edu. Applicants may be asked to respond to questions specific to EMU's mission after the initial inquiry. For more information visit our website at www.emu.edu/humanresources. Persons who bring diversity are encouraged to apply. EOE.

Posted March 19 with no closing specified.
Family Mediator, Family and Children's Association, Mineola NY

Short-term crisis intervention for youth and families experiencing conflict at home. Responsibilities Providing family and individual mediation. Case planning and case management services for clients. Assess youth's appropriateness to program and provide referrals if necessary. Implement preventive interventions to avoid neglect, abuse or a runaway situation in the home. Perform outreach to the community, other agencies and programs.

Education Requirements Master's Degree required. Bachelor's Degree may be considered with prior clinical experience working with children. Other Requirements Valid NYS Driver's license. Bi-Lingual English-Spanish preferred. Schedule Full-Time 35 hours per week Monday – Thursday 1-9 and Friday 9-5 Benefits Medical, Dental, Life STD/LTD Insurance, Employer contributed Pension (403b). 20 vacation days, 12 sick days, 4 personal days and 11 holidays. Accessibility to other voluntary benefits (Cancer Care, TDA, etc)

How To Apply E-Mail resumes to: hr@familyandchildrens.org Family and Children's Association 100 East Old Country Road Mineola, NY 11501 Telephone (516) 746-0350

Posted February 26, 2009 with no closing date specified.
Adjunct Professor, Georgetown University, Graduate Program in Conflict Resolution, Washington, DC

The Georgetown University Graduate Program in Conflict Resolution is seeking Adjunct Professors to teach in the following areas for 2009-2010: Conflict Resolution Theory; Ethnic Conflict; Armed Conflict; Research Methods. A graduate degree in Conflict Resolution or related field required. PhD preferred. Candidates should demonstrate an extensive record of conflict-related research or practice, scholarly publications and classroom experience. Submit the following (incomplete applications will not be considered): a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, sample syllabi, and two letters of reference (to be sent directly to Georgetown). to Dr. Fathali Moghaddam, Director, Conflict Resolution Program, Georgetown University, 3240 Prospect Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20007. No phone calls or e-mails please.

Posted February 10, 2009 with no close listed.
FACULTY POSITION IN CONFLICT RESOLUTION, Sabanci University Program on Conflict Analysis and Resolution Istanbul, Turkey.

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Sabanc? University, invites applications from early or mid-career level scholars for a faculty position in Conflict Resolution. A PhD in conflict resolution or in a related discipline (Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Management, Communication) is required. Research excellence and teaching performance are important criteria for selection. Having a specialization in one or more of the following areas is preferred: peace psychology; scientific study of peace and conflict; dynamics of cooperation; approaches to peacemaking; theories of applied conflict resolution; processes and mechanisms for solving and transforming conflicts. Sabanci University encourages interdisciplinary teaching and research by specialists in all areas. The prospective faculty member is expected to work closely with other specialists in the social sciences. Duties for the position include teaching two courses per semester at the graduate and/or undergraduate levels and conducting publishable research. Sabanci University, a private, innovative academic institution, offers excellent facilities at a modern campus located in Istanbul, Turkey. The University admits top-ranking students to its programs. The medium of instruction is English. It provides faculty members with excellent support, including housing on campus or a housing stipend. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences has degree programs in Conflict Analysis and Resolution (MA), Cultural Studies (BA, MA), Economics (BA, MA, PhD), European Studies (MA), History (MA, PhD), Management (BA), Political Science (MA, PhD), Social and Political Studies (BA), Turkish Studies (MA) and Visual Arts and Communication Design (BA, MA). Please refer to http://www.sabanciuniv.edu/ssbf/conf/eng/ for more information. Applicants need to include a resume, brief statement of research and teaching goals, and three letters of recommendation to:

Professor Mehmet Bac Dean,
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Sabanci University
Orhanli, Tuzla Istanbul, Turkey, 34956.

Posted February 8, 2009 with no close specified.
U.N. Action Against Sexual Violence in Conflict is seeking professionals who are available for critical short-term assignments in various locations around the world. The announcements and application guidelines for the following assignments are below:

Senior Adviser and Coordinator, Sexual Violence Gender-Based Violence Coordinator

UN Action Against Sexual Violence in Conflict (UN Action) unites the work of 12 UN system entities - DPA, DPKO, OCHA, OHCHR, UNAIDS, UNDP, UNFPA, UNHCR, UNICEF, UNIFEM, WFP and WHO - with the goal of ending sexual violence in conflict (www.stoprapenow.org). Launched in March 2007, it represents a concerted effort by the United Nations to improve coordination and accountability, amplify advocacy, and support country efforts to prevent sexual violence and respond more effectively to the needs of survivors.

UN Action seeks to amplify existing efforts by the UN system and its peace support operations to address sexual violence in conflict - reinforcing "good practice", strengthening coordination and avoiding duplication. It seeks to harness the comparative strengths of each UN entity to ensure a comprehensive, multi-sectoral approach to sexual violence during and immediately after conflict.

SENIOR ADVISER AND COORDINATOR, SEXUAL VIOLENCE

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GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE COORDINATOR

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