The Life & Peace Institute (LPI) is an international centre that supports and promotes nonviolent

approaches to conflict transformation through a combination of research and action that entails the strengthening of existing local capacities and enhancing the preconditions for building peace. LPI envisions a world where peace, justice and non-violent relations prevail through people’s active work and commitment. LPI works with a variety of partners in the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region with strategic offices in Somalia, Sudan (temporarily relocated), Kenya and Ethiopia).

Building on decades of peacebuilding work as an Institution, and for the last eight (8) years as a Programme, LPI’s Horn of Africa Regional Programme (HARP) has been linking community peacebuilding work across the Horn of Africa to the regional and global levels, through policy engagement focusing on decision makers engaging on issues of human security across country contexts. The partnerships over the years with various stakeholders have created a solid foundation for productive collaboration at the various levels that have allowed the Programme to scale up building on progress made over the years. 

With the support from our development partner, the Swedish International Development Agency, the third phase of HARP (4 years) has been officially activated to run up until the end of 2028. This new phase has introduced new opportunities to enable us to continue advancing our Programme outcomes. Therefore, LPI’s HARP is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Programme Assistant to join our team and assist coordinate the day-to-day administrative needs to support programmatic implementation. 

For more details on this role please visit https://life-peace.org/work-with-us/programme-assistant-horn-of-africa-regional-programme/ .

Job Requirements

Educational Qualifications

• BA degree or Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Business Administration or Office Management; Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Human Resource Management or other related fields. A Diploma can be considered with the relevant work experience.

Relevant Experience 

• At least 5 or 2 years of relevant experience (Bachelor of Arts or Master’s degree respectively), preferably working with INGOs or other Multilateral Institutions. 

Skills & Other Competencies  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills;

• Strong administrative and programme management skills;

• Active listener attentive to detail and ability to take instructions and implement effectively and with a positive attitude;

• Ability to provide excellent professional customer service to partners, stakeholders service providers and colleagues of LPI;

• Excellent communication and networking skills and ability to relate sensitively to diverse audiences and groups;

• Efficiently managing time and meeting deadlines;

• Good knowledge and understanding of budgets and budget tracking;

• Strong problem-solving abilities – being able to identify and resolve issues;

• Ability to multi-task and deliver high quality work in a timely manner;

• Ability to work positively, effectively and constructively within a team;

• Advanced knowledge of how to use social media and how to navigate various platforms;

• Interest in peace and security issues in the Horn of Africa and willingness to learn;

• Strong commitment to gender equality and conflict sensitivity;

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and at times under pressure;

• Willingness to travel locally and Internationally (at times for extended periods) and to hard ship areas (when required);

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and computer operations;

• Organisational skills with good attention to detail;

• Ability to work in English is essential; other AU or IGAD official languages and Amharic will be an added advantage.

How To Apply

Application Process:

Please submit a cover letter and a summarized CV with the job title as the subject heading to: applications.addisababa@life-peace.org 

Deadline:  13 July 2025 (17h00 EAT)

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted – interested women candidates are encouraged to apply.