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AGIAMONDO e. V. is the personnel service of German Catholics for development cooperation. In the Civil Peace Service, we offer professionals the opportunity for meaningful service in cooperation with local development actors. The Civil Peace Service (CPS) is a personnel program for violence prevention and peacebuilding in crisis and conflict regions. It is committed to a world in which conflicts are resolved without violence. Together with church and civil society partner organizations in Israel/Palestine AGIAMONDO aims to make a contribution to civil conflict resolution and sustainable, equitable development in the country through peace-building measures.Beit Noah, an International Youth and Disability Meeting Centre in the Benedictine monastery of Tabgha, has been offering people with disabilities a refuge from the effects of the ongoing political-military conflict in the Holy Land for over 35 years. Children and people with disabilities in particular suffer under these conditions. Beit Noah creates space for normality by giving host groups the opportunity to meet each other, form friendships and share common values such as the care of creation. In the midst of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, there is a lack of neutral meeting places where Israelis and Palestinians can meet as fellow human beings, and Beit Noah fulfils this important role. To support our partnerorganization, we are looking fort he next possible date for an Project Officer for Ecological Peacebuilding and Environmental Education (m/f/x) Your tasksYou support the continuation and consolidation of existing projects in the fields of environment and sustainability.You coordinate the steering committee for the implementation of the "Tabgha 2030" vision in close cooperation with the director, the prior, and a designated brother of the community.You develop training programs on ecological peacebuilding and implement them with volunteers.You initiate and accompany environmental construction projects, such as the installation of solar panels.You establish and maintain partnerships with local communities, schools, and other cooperation partners.You contribute to the PR and fundraising strategy to promote the Tabgha 2030 vision.You coordinate internal communication and support individual leadership training.You are responsible for the proper disbursement and management of financial resources on site in accordance with donor guidelines and AGIAMONDO requirements. In doing so, you work in partnership with colleagues from the partner organization.Your ProfileYou have a completed Master's degree with an educational focus e.g. in peace and conflict studies, environmental sciences, social sciences or in another relevant subject.You bring knowledge and experience in the field of peace and conflict work including environmental aspects.Your proven experience in developing and implementing environmental education and/or peacebuilding education programmes qualifies you for this position.Your language skills in German and English are business fluent. Knowledge of Hebrew and/or Arabic is an advantage. You are an EU or Swiss citizen and belong to a Christian church. The AGIAMONDO offerIndividual and comprehensive preparationThree-year contract, social security and remuneration in accordance with the Development Workers ActFurther training in the country, language or other specialist knowledge as well as coaching and supervision, individual adviceHave we aroused your interest? Then apply via our online application portal by 10.05.2026

AGIAMONDO e. V. is the personnel service of German Catholics for development cooperation. In the Civil Peace Service, we offer professionals the opportunity for meaningful service in cooperation with local development actors. The Civil Peace Service (CPS) is a personnel program for violence prevention and peacebuilding in crisis and conflict regions. It is committed to a world in which conflicts are resolved without violence. Together with church and civil society partner organizations in Rwanda, AGIAMONDO aims to make a contribution to civil conflict resolution and sustainable, equitable development in the country through peace-building measures.CDJP Cyangugu is the Commission for Justice and Peace of the Catholic Diocese of Cyangugu. It is committed to promoting peace, social justice, conflict prevention, and strengthening civil society. The partners work closely with communities, young people, women's and religious networks in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Their programs address trauma, social fragmentation, and the challenges of cross-border coexistence. You will live and work in Cyangugu (Kamembe), Rwanda, a relatively stable location with a peaceful environment on Lake Kivu, acceptable living standards, and basic infrastructure such as markets, health services, and transportation. The working environment at CDJP Cyangugu is professional, well-organized, and cooperative.You will regularly take trips to Bukavu and Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. These cities continue to be characterized by insecurity, political instability, and humanitarian challenges. Movements require careful safety checks and compliance with existing protocols. Due to the security situation, mobility requirements, and limited international school options, the location is not suitable for families with children. To support our partnerorganization, we are looking fort he next possible date for an Social scientist for peace promotion and psychosocial work in community projects (m/f/x) Your TasksTogether with the partners, you will analyse needs in mental health, trauma processing, and psychosocial support.You will strengthen the teams in trauma-sensitive approaches, stress management, and community-based support formats.You will develop training sessions and support processes for peacebuilding, conflict transformation, and dealing with the past.You will support community dialogues, peace education, and initiatives for social cohesion.You will promote cross-border activities between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, involving young people, women, and religious stakeholders.You will strengthen the partners' PMEL/APME systems to improve impact, documentation, and quality.You will support fundraising, advocacy, and networking.You will ensure knowledge transfer, regular reflection, and a context-sensitive approach to work.You will be responsible for the proper disbursement and administration of funds on site in accordance with the sponsor guidelines and AGIAMONDO specifications. In this capacity, you will work in close collaboration with the team members of the partner organisation. Your ProfileYou have a university degree (master's or higher) in peace and conflict studies, social or political sciences, psychology, project management, or a related subject.You possess in-depth knowledge of peacebuilding, conflict transformation, and community-based approaches.You have proven experience in psychosocial support and trauma-sensitive work.You have solid knowledge of project management, organizational development, and capacity development.You have professional experience in fragile or post-conflict contexts, ideally in the African Great Lakes region.You are fluent in French and have a good command of English. Kiswahili is advantageous.You possess intercultural sensitivity, teamwork skills, self-reflection, and emotional resilience.You work in a structured, self-organized, and safety-conscious manner, even when travelling to volatile areas.You have a valid driver's license and sufficient driving experience.You identify with Christian values and with the goals as well as the concerns of church development and peace work. The AGIAMONDO OfferIndividual and comprehensive preparationThree-year contract, social security and remuneration in accordance with the Development Workers ActFurther training in the country, language or other specialist knowledge as well as coaching and supervision, individual adviceHave we aroused your interest? Then apply via our online application portal by 26.04.2026

AGIAMONDO e. V. is the personnel service of German Catholics for development cooperation. In the Civil Peace Service (CPS), we offer professionals the opportunity for meaningful service in cooperation with local development actors. The CPS is a personnel program for violence prevention and peacebuilding in crisis and conflict regions. It is committed to a world in which conflicts are resolved without violence. Together with church and civil society partner organizations in Kenya, AGIAMONDO aims to make a contribution to civil conflict resolution and sustainable, equitable development in the country through peace-building measures.JPIC-FA is a Franciscan commission that works for peace, justice, human rights, and the protection of creation. It works on conflict resolution, promoting dialogue, ecological justice, and empowering marginalized communities – particularly the Maasai and residents of informal settlements. The work takes place in a church-influenced environment that emphasizes values such as solidarity, social justice, and sustainability.You will live and work in Nairobi. The city offers excellent infrastructure, a wide range of leisure and shopping opportunities, and good living and working conditions. From Nairobi, you will make regular trips to Narok and Kajiado counties as well as the Mau Forest region. Together with JPIC-FA and the Laudato Si Movement, you will support communities there that are affected by historical injustices, resource conflicts, marginalization, and environmental destruction. You will empower local stakeholders, promote non-violent conflict resolution, and contribute to environmental justice as the foundation for sustainable peace. Conditions in rural areas differ from those in Nairobi and may be simpler. The work can be demanding in terms of content, especially when it comes to topics such as conflict and environmental crises. Supervision and self-care are therefore important components of a sustainable way of working.  To support our partnerorganization, we are looking fort he next possible date for an Social scientist for peace work and environmental justice (m/f/x) Your tasksTogether with JPIC-FA, you will develop strategic approaches to peacebuilding, conflict transformation, ecological justice, and interfaith dialogue.You will analyse conflict dynamics in Maasai communities and urban settlements, and support their resolution using culturally sensitive, participatory methods.You will establish and expand systems for planning, monitoring, and evaluation in order to make impacts visible and strengthen learning processes.You will develop outreach strategies to engage church and local communities in campaigns on renewable energy, sustainability, and ecological change.You will develop concepts for trauma sensitivity and empower local stakeholders to deal with community stress caused by drought, land conflicts, and poverty.You will support JPIC‑FA in developing a sustainable fundraising strategy and establishing networks with partners, dialogue forums, and funding institutions.You will be responsible for the proper disbursement and administration of funds on site in accordance with the sponsor guidelines and AGIAMONDO specifications. In this capacity, you will work in close collaboration with the team members of the partner organisation. Your ProfileYou have a master's degree, preferably in peace and conflict studies, international relations, social sciences, or a related field.You have at least three years of professional experience in peace or conflict work, ideally with an international focus.You have in-depth knowledge of conflict transformation, peacebuilding, and ideally ecological change and climate justice.Ideally, you have skills in mediation and/or trauma-informed work.You communicate in a context- and culture-sensitive manner and are able to build trusting relationships with various stakeholders.You speak fluent English. Kiswahili is advantageous.You have a driver's license and driving experience.You identify with Christian values and with the goals as well as the concerns of church development and peace work.  The AGIAMONDO offerIndividual and comprehensive preparationThree-year contract, social security and remuneration in accordance with the Development Workers ActFurther training in the country, language or other specialist knowledge as well as coaching and supervision, individual adviceHave we aroused your interest? Then apply via our online application portal by 26.04.2026

For 60 years, AGIAMONDO (until 2019 AGEH) has been a reliable partner for development workers and a key source of specialist personnel for many church and other civil society organisations active in the field of international development cooperation work. As a state-recognised personnel service provider, we supply qualified Christian-oriented experts from all EU countries for projects in Africa, Asia, Latin America or Central or Eastern Europe. Since being founded by Catholic associations and organisations in 1959, AGIAMONDO has supplied over 6,000 experts for development projects. Working Area is Germany/Europe and Sri Lanka 1.  Introduction and Purpose of the AssignmentAGIAMONDO, in cooperation with KURVE Wustrow, invites proposals for the facilitation of the Cross‑Agency Country Strategy (TLS) update for the Civil Peace Service (CPS) in Sri Lanka. The TLS provides the binding joint strategic framework for CPS work in the country. The current TLS cycle (2022–2026) is coming to an end, and the updated TLS will guide CPS programming for 2027–2032. The assignment is not a full redesign but a structured update based on an analysis of contextual changes, strategic gaps, and new synergies between the two implementing agencies.   2.  Object of the AssignmentThe consultant will support AGIAMONDO and KURVE Wustrow in reviewing and updating the TLS. The updated strategy shall reflect the significantly changed socio- political and economic context, reassess conflict drivers and peacebuilding needs, validate the Theory of Change (ToC), and refine the joint strategic profile. The assignment includes:Updating the context and conflict analysis using survey and interviews.Identifying changes in conflict drivers, actors, and dynamics since 2022.Validating or adjusting the ToC and strategic assumptions.Assessing cross‑agency synergies and security/risk considerations.Drafting the updated TLS (max. 20 pages) based on the CPS annotated outline. 3.  Methodological Approach and Expected Products  3.1  Phase 1 – Preparation and Gap AnalysisReview of the current TLS (2022–2026), project reports, and monitoring updates.Gap analysis to assess what remains valid, what has changed, and what requires deeper review. Mixed‑methods data collection through an online survey and selected semi‑structured interviews with CPS Workers, partner     organisations, coordinators, and external experts. 3.2  Phase 2 – Strategic Workshop FacilitationThe consultant will design, prepare, and facilitate a two‑day in‑person strategy workshop in Sri Lanka. The workshop will synthesise inputs from Phase 1 and update key elements of the TLS.Validation of updated conflict and context analysis. Review of actors, including state–civil society relations and emerging dynamics. Discussion of the conflict‑gender nexus within current economic and political realities. Agreement on revised peacebuilding needs, strategic outcomes, and joint ToC. Identification of synergy potentials and updates to the joint security and risk assessment. 3.3  Phase 3 – Drafting and FinalisationDrafting the updated TLS (max. 20 pages). Integrating findings from survey, interviews, and the workshop. Facilitating structured feedback loops with the TLS Tandem and Steering Committee. Producing final TLS ready for consortium review and submission.   4.  Requirements for the ConsultantDemonstrated experience in peacebuilding and conflict transformation. Expertise in context/conflict analysis and Theory of Change development. Strong facilitation experience with multi‑stakeholder workshops. Experience in applying conflict‑sensitive and gender‑sensitive approaches. Familiarity with CPS or comparable international peacebuilding frameworks is an advantage. Excellent English; Sinhala/Tamil or German is an asset.   5.  Timeline and WorkloadThe total workload is estimated at 19 working days:8 days – preparation, document review, gap analysis, survey and interviews. 3 days – workshop preparation and facilitation (2 days workshop + 1 preparation). 5 days – drafting of TLS.3 days – finalisation and feedback integration.   6.  Budget Framework and ContractingA competitive and transparent financial proposal is required, including daily fees and estimated travel or communication costs. Contracting will be conducted by AGIAMONDO (Germany). Payments will be made in instalments upon delivery of defined outputs.  7.  Submission RequirementsApplicants shall submit the following: Technical proposal (6–8 pages): approach, methodology, work plan, understanding of the task.Financial proposal with transparent cost breakdown. Updated CV(s) with relevant experience. References from the last five years.   8.  Deadlines and Contact  Submission deadline: 08 May 2026 Questions may be submitted until 08 April 2026. Consolidated answers will be shared by 13 April 2026 can be found here. The complete Terms of Reference (ToR), which define all requirements, criteria and the detailed procedure, can be found here. Send complete proposals to: sandra.vanedig@agiamondo.org