Knowledge Management Professional, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

For: Knowledge Management Professional

Terms of reference: Knowledge management consultant for The Africa Peace and Security Programme (APSP) at Institute for Peace and Security Studies, Addis Ababa University (in collaboration with the African Union Commission, PSD). Contribution under the GIZ project.

Background:

The Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS) was founded with a vision to become a premier higher learning and research institution on peace and security studies. IPSS aims to strengthen and improve the human and institutional capacity within and outside the institute. Its objective is to capture, share, package, and disseminate applicable knowledge and information using effective communication methods and tools. The KM Consultant is responsible for realizing IPSS' role as a regional centre for knowledge and learning.

Objective of the consultancy

IPSS seeks a consultant to develop a comprehensive KM strategy for the office that aims to strengthen the utility of IPSS documents. The KM strategy will identify a means to ensure accessible and user-friendly information and reports.

Tasks and deliverables

The consultant will be a knowledge management professional with operational experience, and skills spanning a range of knowledge and media domains and strategies. S/he will implement IPSS' strategies on knowledge management and communication, and will design tools, processes, and practices for knowledge sharing and regional and global networking. The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the Outreach Lead.

Catalogue and evaluate the organization's current knowledge base Establish a knowledge management system (KMS). The consultant will create organizational memory by refining, organizing and storing knowledge using a structured repository. Promote knowledge sharing through improved management of the organization's operational processes and systems by, among others, strengthening development and integration of practices and procedures for information and knowledge capturing, packaging, sharing, and learning. Provide strategic advice and training for staff members on knowledge sharing. Improve and implement collaborative processes and tools for pooling and consolidating internal knowledge; promote innovative approaches in sharing knowledge and best practices. Design and implement knowledge management strategies using the latest information and communication technologies. Develop system/propose software for recording, updating and utilizing contact database.

Qualifications

Degree in information science, knowledge management, or communication science. Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in the areas of knowledge management and/or communications. Experience in developing and delivering knowledge sharing programmes. Excellent skill and fluency in oral and written English. Strong initiative and can work with minimum supervision. 4. Place(s) of Assignment: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Time schedule: The consultant will work for 6 months starting on 8 April 2013.

How to apply:

Submit a cover letter and detailed CV to application@ipss-addis.org.

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