Head, Asia

at  CMI Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation

CMI - Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation is an independent organisation that works to prevent and resolve conflicts through dialogue and mediation. Founded in 2000 by Nobel Peace Laureate and former President of Finland Martti Ahtisaari, we have since grown to be a leader in the field of international peacemaking.
CMI is now seeking a Head, Asia to join its regional Asia Team.
Your key responsibilities:
Leading the team and the development and implementation of CMI’s work in Asia region, including budget responsibility and approval rights
Leading and managing project teams in the region and ensuring responsible and efficient implementation of the overall work and related resources in a specific region/area, including also direct supervisor responsibilities
Representing CMI in the region and developing networks and partnerships
Contributing to the development of the overall CMI programme, monitoring and evaluation, communications and cross team working as part of CMI’s Management Team
New business development and strategic responsibility of fundraising for the work files in Asia
What we are looking for:
At least ten (10) years of demonstrated practical experience in a similar role, preferably in the field of international dialogue, mediation and/or peacebuilding. Understanding these dynamics in a specific region is considered an asset.
Demonstrated management skills and experience in leading teams;
A university degree in a relevant field.
A good understanding, practical experience and a demonstrated strong interest in issues related to conflict resolution/peace and security in Asia
Strong analytical and writing skills (both editing and production of written materials) as well as good IT skills.
Demonstrated change management skills, and ability to make decisions, to work under pressure and in a rapidly changing environment.
Excellent organisational and planning skills, creativity, conflict sensitivity and good political judgement.
Fluent written and spoken skills in English. Other language skills are considered as an advantage.
Commitment to CMI values and principles of neutrality.
We offer you an opportunity to work in a unique organization in the peacemaking field, with benefits that support your wellbeing such as flexible working hours, hybrid work, occupational health care, lunch benefit and commuter/recreational benefits, as well as travel insurance that includes private travel. CMI’s over 100 experts work in an international environment with our offices in central Helsinki, Brussels and with a global outreach. As a part of the CMI team you will have the opportunity to contribute to CMI’s global mission - “Every conflict can be resolved.”
The Head reports to the Chief Programme Officer. This fixed-term position (2,5 years) is located in CMI’s office in Helsinki. The preferred starting date is 2 September 2024 or otherwise in early fall 2024 and will be set upon agreement. The position requires a work permit to work in the EU. CMI’s main working language is English.
To apply for this position, please submit your application including a CV, a motivation letter, and your salary request to our online recruitment system through the link, latest on Sunday 16 June 2024. Please note that we accept applications through our online recruitment system only. Applicants may be contacted already during the application period.
If you have questions regarding the position, you can contact Oskari Eronen ([email protected]).
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Manager Maria Lätti ([email protected]).
Yhteystiedot: To apply for this position, please submit your application including a CV, a motivation letter, and your salary request to our online recruitment system through the link, latest on Sunday 16 June 2024. Please note that we accept applications through our online recruitment system only. Applicants may be contacted already during the application period.
If you have questions regarding the position, you can contact Oskari Eronen ([email protected]).
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Manager Maria Lätti ([email protected]).
Työpaikan osoite: Eteläranta 12, 00130 Helsinki
Palkkaus: as agreed
Työ alkaa: Työskentelyn aloitus sovitaan yhdessä
Työaika: Kokoaikatyö
Työn kesto: Toistaiseksi voimassa oleva
Hakuaika päättyy: 16.06.2024 20:59
Jätä hakemus: https://tyomarkkinatori.fi/henkiloasiakkaat/avoimet-tyopaikat/1f4efc4b-f…
Ilmoitus jätetty: 04.06.2024 11:36
Työmarkkinatorin ilmoitusnumero: 1f4efc4b-f344-4164-8b98-f67fa521f36d
Lähde: Työmarkkinatorin asiakastietojärjestelmä
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CMI - Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation
Helsinki
Uusimaa
Kokopäiväinen, Vakituinen, Määräaikainen ja projektityö
Julkaistu 04.06.202

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