Peace Training Officer at Protestant University of
Rwanda: (Deadline 26-08-2026)
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION: Peace Training Officer
Location: PUR/CRASPD, Huye, Southern Province,
Rwanda
Application Deadline: 26/08/2026
Interview Period: 31/08/2026
Starting Date: 07/09/2026
Contract Duration: One year (renewable)
Background
The Protestant University of Rwanda (PUR) is a Christian
higher education institution owned by five Rwandan Protestant Churches. In
2015, PUR established the Centre for Research and Action towards Sustainable
Peace and Development (CRASPD) to promote sustainable peace, social cohesion
and community development through research, training and outreach programmes.
CRASPD structurally belongs to the Faculty of Development Studies (FDS) of PUR
and closely works with its Department of Peace and Conflict Studies
(DPCS).
Since 2016, PUR has partnered with the GIZ Civil Peace
Service (CPS), a programme of German Development Cooperation that supports
local capacities for peacebuilding, social cohesion, youth resilience and
nonviolent conflict transformation across the Great Lakes Region, particularly
in Rwanda, Burundi and eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
With support from GIZ-CPS, CRASPD has strengthened regional
cooperation among youth from Rwanda, Burundi and eastern DRC. In October 2024,
these efforts led to the establishment of the Youth Empowerment for Nonviolent
Action (YENA) network. Through youth camps, study tours and collaborative
learning initiatives, the YENA programme empowers young people affected by
conflict and social divisions to build trust across national and ethnic
boundaries, engage in dialogue and contribute to peaceful and inclusive
societies by initiative collective action for peace.
PUR is seeking a qualified and Peace Training Officer to
support the implementation of YENA programme and other peacebuilding
initiatives coordinated by CRASPD in close collaboration with DPCS.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Coordinator of CRASPD, the
Peace Training Officer will:
- Coordinate
and facilitate trainings, workshops, youth camps, study tours and related
activities under the YENA programme and other nonviolent conflict
transformation initiatives.
- Strengthen
networks and partnerships among youth groups, community organisations,
universities, and peacebuilding stakeholders in Rwanda, Burundi and
eastern DRC.
- Facilitate
and support initiatives related to the Alternatives to Violence Project
(AVP), Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Positive Masculinity and Countering
Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.
- Contribute
to the design and delivery of training curricula, educational materials,
and learning resources for CRASPD programmes and the programmes of the
Faculty of Development Studies (FDS), especially, the Peace and Conflict
Studies Program at PUR.
- Provide
mentoring, coaching, and capacity-building support to students, youth
leaders, and members of the PUR Peace Club.
- Support
project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, including
activity documentation, data collection and reporting in compliance with
GIZ requirements.
- Ensure
effective communication, coordination and reporting among CRASPD, PUR,
GIZ-CPS and partner organisations.
- Actively
engage in and contribute to CPS regional learning, networking and
knowledge-sharing processes, including participation in the “Amahoro
Mazima” reflection group, to foster mutual learning and collaboration.
- Contribute
to project development and resource mobilization through the preparation
of concept notes, proposals, budgets, work plans and narrative reports.
- Support
CRASPD’s communication and visibility efforts through website management,
social media engagement, content creation and public outreach.
- Participate
actively in CRASPD team meetings, institutional activities and relevant
PUR events, and perform other duties as assigned in support of CRASPD's
mission and objectives.
Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong
organisational, coordination and intercultural communication skills.
- Ability
to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural environments.
- Strong
facilitation, networking and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment
to peacebuilding, nonviolence and social inclusion.
- Ability
to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Master’s
degree in Peace and Conflict Studies, Development Studies or a closely
related field.
Professional Experience
- At
least three years of professional and/or volunteer experience in
peacebuilding, conflict transformation and youth empowermenT.
- Good
understanding of conflict dynamics and peacebuilding processes in Rwanda
and the Great Lakes Region.
- Experience
facilitating workshops and trainings, preferably in AVP, NVC, Positive
Masculinity or other nonviolent conflict transformation approaches.
- Experience
in project management, monitoring and evaluation and report writing.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Office applications and online collaboration platforms.
- Skills
in photography, video production, graphic design or digital communication
are an asset.
Languages
- Fluency
in English and French.
- Fluency
in Kinyarwanda is an added advantage.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted electronically to the HR of
PUR at joseph.sehorana@pur.ac.rw and
send a copy to ksasaki@pur.ac.rw no
later than 26/08/2026.
Applicants should submit a single PDF file containing:
- A
motivation letter in English;
- A
curriculum vitae (CV) in English;
- Copies
of academic degrees and certificates.
Reference letters and employment certificates will be
requested from shortlisted candidates only.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Done at Huye on 6th August 2026
Prof. Olu Ojedokun
Vice Chancellor
Protestant University of Rwanda (PUR)
Gilbert KAYINAMURA
Chief Executive Officer
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