Position Title:
Consultancy to Train Partners, CSOs, and Faith Leaders on Transitional Justice – South Sudan Program
Organisation:
American Friends Service Committee (AFSC)
Location:
South Sudan (Juba, Mundri, Jur River, and Mvolo)
Contract Type:
Short-term Consultancy
Start Date:
20 August 2025
End Date:
25 August 2025
Application Deadline:
30 July 2025, 5:00 PM (EAT)
About the Organisation
The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is a Quaker organisation committed to peace, justice, and humanitarian service. With over 100 years of experience in peacebuilding, AFSC partners with communities to support healing, reconciliation, and social change. The South Sudan Program focuses on trauma healing and community reconciliation, particularly with youth, women, and other local structures.
Consultancy Overview
AFSC seeks a qualified Consultant to conduct a five-day training on Transitional Justice for 30 participants comprising CSOs, C/FBOs, and faith leaders. The aim is to strengthen their understanding and application of transitional justice in community peacebuilding and reconciliation efforts across South Sudan.
Key Objectives
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Provide inclusive, practical training tailored to South Sudan’s context.
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Strengthen capacity for community-driven transitional justice.
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Offer practical tools, case studies, and sustainable approaches.
Scope of the Assignment
| Focus Areas |
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| Transitional Justice (TJ) concepts and four key pillars |
| National TJ framework and engagement opportunities |
| Inclusive strategies with a focus on women’s participation |
| Role of CSOs and faith leaders in TJ |
| Community-based TJ mechanisms |
| TJ advocacy and sustainability |
Participant Profile
30 local actors in peacebuilding from CSOs, C/FBOs, and community structures across four regions in South Sudan.
Required Qualifications
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Master’s degree in law, human rights, public policy, peace and conflict studies, or related field.
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Minimum 5 years of experience in transitional justice or peacebuilding.
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Strong knowledge of TJ mechanisms and strategies.
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Proven facilitation experience with diverse stakeholders.
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Prior work in post-conflict settings, preferably in South Sudan.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified individuals should submit:
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Cover letter detailing relevant experience.
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Technical proposal outlining understanding and methodology.
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Financial proposal with fee breakdown.
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Three referees (one from the most recent assignment).
Submit applications by 30 July 2025, 5:00 PM EAT to:
infoafrica@afsc.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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