Introduction
Peace Brigades International (PBI) is an international non-governmental organization that protects human rights and promotes nonviolent conflict transformation. In response to the needs of human rights defenders and activists, PBI provides holistic protection and other support on the ground through trained field staff and a broad network of international support. Integral to PBI’s protection strategy are political support networks set up and activated by 13 country groups in the Americas, Europe, and Australia, who are also responsible for recruitment, outreach, publicity, and fundraising.
Peace Brigades International (PBI) is an international NGO operating in Nepal, currently in a key phase of organizational development following its registration as an INGO. It has focused on building peer-learning networks to strengthen the capacities of marginalized groups, with a specific emphasis on holistic security management. The ongoing project aims to enhance these networks across various regions and identity groups, supporting increased participation in decision-making and leadership roles. Additionally, PBI seeks to foster advocacy efforts and engagement with civil society and government actors, contributing to conflict transformation and accountability. PBI Nepal is supported by a Project Committee for which we seek new volunteer committee members. The committee and the PBI Germany Country Group Office have delegated responsibility for legal issues, finances, personnel, and strategy.
Responsibilities of the Project Committee
Specific responsibilities for the Project Committee include overseeing the development and implementation of project and organizational strategies, ensuring the financial viability of PBI Nepal, providing oversight, direction, and support to staff, and monitoring and evaluation of project performance.
The project is managed day-to-day by PBI Nepal staff and its partner organisations.
Requirements for Project Committee members
Essential skills, knowledge, and experience:
We are particularly seeking to recruit Committee members with expertise/competencies in women’s human rights issues, fundraising for international nongovernmental organizations (INGOs), understanding of the Nepali context, and peer learning tools and techniques.
However, all committee members should demonstrate the following:
- Political awareness and familiarity with global issues relating to peace and human rights
- Commitment to and understanding of the principles, mandate, and methods of PBI
- Skills and experience in the governance and management of (I)NGOs
- A sound understanding of strategic planning
- Ability to commit ideally two hours a week to the work of the Project Committee and to participate in regular project committee calls scheduled on the first Sunday of each month at 16.00 CET/15.00 UTC/20:45 Kathmandu time (please check that your time zone will allow you to participate).
- Ability to serve on the Project Committee for at least 18 months
- Capability of using encryption tools (GPG) or willingness to learn these
- Professional working proficiency in English, the working language of PBI Nepal
Desirable skills, knowledge, and experience
While it is not required to possess all of the desired skills, knowledge, and experience, PC applicants should have knowledge or expertise in at least some of the areas below:
- Experience with the implementation and/or support of projects in the sphere of human rights, conflict transformation, and/or development work
- Experience supporting/working in projects or supporting activists in contexts of shrinking civic space
- Knowledge of the political and human rights situation in Nepal, especially pertaining to areas impacting women and minorities, such as gender-based violence (GBV)
- Experience in grant searching/writing and fundraising for INGOs, preferably in Nepal
- Knowledge of peer-learning methodology, tools, and techniques
- Experience in consensus decision-making
- Availability for a yearly 5-6 day face-to-face Project Committee meeting in early spring in Nepal (expenses/travel covered by PBI Nepal) is highly desirable.
Benefits
What you will get out of being a member of the Nepal Project Committee:
- Skills and experience in the governance and management of an international human rights organization
- An opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of an innovative protection initiative, thereby contributing to the support and protection of human rights defenders
- The experience of working with a highly committed group of people dedicated to putting into practice the protection of human rights and promotion of nonviolence
Expenses
All reasonable communication, travel, and other costs incurred while carrying out project committee work will be covered by PBI.
How to apply
Applications
Please send your CV or Resume and a brief personal statement (see below) to [email protected] by 6th October 2024. Applicants who do not provide this information will not be considered. Should you have any questions, feel free to contact Hannah Delahunty: at [email protected].
Personal Statement
Please explain how you meet the key essential and desirable criteria listed, providing clear examples that demonstrate how you would contribute to the tasks of the project committee. You should write no more than 750 words in total.