Call for Applications: Facilitator for Peacebuilding dialogues

Terms of Reference for Facilitator

Ethnically Marginalized Youth Empowerment in Kosovo and Bosnia & Hercegovina

Title: Facilitator for Peacebuilding dialogues on December 07-08-11-12-13, 2024 

Reports to: KCSS and KIRA 

Duty Station: Prishtina, Kosovo and Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina 

Duration of Assignment: 5 days 

Background

This project is supported by the Regional Programme on Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2), funded by the European Union (EU) and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The project "Ethnically Marginalized Youth Empowerment in Kosovo and Bosnia and Herzegovina" aims to amplify and harness the dynamic potential of ethnically marginalized youth, ensuring their pivotal role in shaping the region's future. Recognizing young people's diversity and challenges, especially among the marginalized, the initiative seeks to foster an inclusive environment where every voice is valued and heard. 

The "Peacebuilding Dialogues" activity, scheduled to take place on December 07-08-11-12-13, 2024, is an initiative designed to foster reconciliation and mutual understanding among diverse communities in Kosovo and Bosnia & Herzegovina. This activity aims to address and mitigate the underlying tensions and conflicts through structured dialogue sessions. 

Objective

These terms of reference aim to define the role and responsibilities of the expert presenter facilitating the whole 5 days workshop. The expert presenter will be expected to deliver a high-quality presentation that covers the following topics:

1. Encourage the creation and continuation of sustainable peace projects by participants.
2. Equip youth with skills for mediation, negotiation, and peaceful dispute resolution.
3. Develop leadership and community engagement skills among ethnically marginalized youth.
4. Address historical grievances and foster reconciliation in a supportive environment.

Tasks and Deliverables

The expert presenter will be responsible for the following tasks and deliverables:

• Conduct the workshop, leading all sessions and facilitating discussions and activities to ensure active participation and engagement.
• Utilize various facilitation techniques to manage group dynamics and promote a constructive dialogue environment.
• Provide training in conflict resolution techniques, including practical exercises and role-plays.

Qualifications and Requirements

The expert presenter should have the following qualifications and requirements:

Education: 

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in international relations, Sociology, or a related field.

Experience:

• Significant experience in facilitating dialogue and training workshops focused on peacebuilding, conflict resolution, or intercultural communication.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging and motivating participants from various cultural backgrounds.

Languages:

• Fluency in spoken and written in English. Knowledge of Bosnian language would be an asset.

Remuneration

The assignment will be from on October 07-08-09, October 14-15 with an estimated five working days. The remuneration for the expert presenter will be based on the agreed daily rate, which will determine the selected candidate's project budget, qualifications, and experience. The remuneration will be paid in one installment, a total of 500 euros.

Application and Selection Process

Interested candidates should submit their application by 15/11/2024, including the following documents: 

A curriculum vitae highlighting their relevant experience and qualifications (attaching diplomas). 

Two - page methodology explaining the method and techniques to be used for conducting the peacebuilding activity, by providing information on the topics, including the draft agenda through incorporation of interactive sessions and practical exercises. 

A sample of previous presentation, workshop, or training materials on a related topic, would be an asset. 

The applications should be sent to the following email address: [email protected] 

The selection process will be based on the evaluation of the applications according to the following criteria: 

Relevance and quality of the experience and qualifications (70%). 

Relevance and quality of the sample presentation materials (30%). 

The shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview by 20/11/2024. The final selection will be made by 22/11/2024.