Social Peace Program Officer

Overview 

Thread of Peace, commonly known as House of Peace started to form as a local initiative in 2012 but was officially registered in 2019. The organization was formed by a group of young people who were together searching for meaning and for a sense of belonging during a time of change. Their diverse backgrounds and common purpose made them a valuable team, giving humanitarian assistance to displaced people, hoping that the message of hope would spread through their diversity to contribute to building a better future. The “family” formed gradually grew and its mission persisted despite the fact that many of its founders have moved on. The “House of Peace” thrived as a virtual house holding an ever-expanding family with a humanitarian mission of promoting peace in society and advocating for conflict sensitivity.  

Our Vision 

We envision a diverse community living together in peace. 

Our Mission 

Threads of Peace, commonly known as House of Peace, is a local non-governmental organization established in 2015 in Lebanon. We are a team with diverse backgrounds and expertise, sharing similar values. We exist to support social peace, mainstream conflict sensitivity, and promote the well-being of different communities, civil society actors, the private sector, and the public sector.  

Our Core Values  

We as a team and individually are guided by the values of non-violence, participation, diversity, the promotion of a supportive environment, accountability, and development. Our understanding of each of these core values is outlined below.  

Non-violence: We strive to avoid harm and promote peace, seeking alternatives to violence. 

Participation: We believe in the right of every individual to have the opportunity to actively engage in decision-making processes, activities, and issues that affect their lives and communities. 

Diversity: We recognize and appreciate the wide range of human differences, including differences in race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, abilities, and perspectives. 

A supportive environment: We believe in creating and fostering conditions that promote the well-being, growth, and success of individuals, groups, and communities. We emphasize the importance of providing emotional, social, and practical support to enable individuals to reach their full potential and thrive. 

Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, are transparent, and accept the consequences of all our actions. We value integrity, trust, and ethical behavior in personal, organizational, and societal contexts. 

Development: We strongly believe in the continuous improvement and progress of individuals and communities. We are keen on pursuing positive change and growth in various aspects of life. 

Job Brief:

The Program Officer is a key member of the Social Peace Unit, responsible for supporting the implementation of community-based peacebuilding activities in the Beqaa region.
She/He will act as a trainer and facilitator on peacebuilding, dialogue, and nonviolent communication (NVC) and will follow up closely on local initiatives to ensure they are conflict-sensitive, inclusive, and sustainable.
The Program Officer will work in close coordination with the Program Coordinator and local partners/suppliers to foster community engagement and contribute to long-term peace outcomes.

Responsibilities:

Training and Capacity Building:
• facilitate training sessions on peacebuilding, dialogue, and nonviolent communication (NVC).
• Adapt content to fit various community groups and contexts.
• Build participants’ capacity in conflict analysis, communication, and social cohesion practices.

Community-Based Initiative Support:
• Provide continuous follow-up and coaching to local groups implementing peace initiatives.
• Conduct field visits to monitor activities and ensure quality and relevance.
• Support groups in developing sustainable and inclusive interventions.

Community Engagement and Dialogue:
• Facilitate community meetings, discussion circles, and mediation processes when needed.
• Encourage participation of youth, women, and marginalized groups in peace efforts.
• Build trust and foster collaboration between different community actors.

Collaboration and Coordination:
• Work closely with the Project Coordinator and other team members to align efforts and ensure smooth implementation.
• Contribute to planning and preparation of public events and awareness campaigns.

Monitoring and Learning:
• Document training outcomes, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Contribute to progress reports, case studies, and success stories.
• Ensure that activities are implemented with a conflict-sensitive and do-no-harm approach.

Languages:
• Fluency in Arabic is required.
• Good command of English is preferred, especially for reporting and internal communication.

Requirements and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Peace Studies, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in peacebuilding, facilitation, or community development.
• Proven experience as a trainer on dialogue, NVC, or conflict transformation.
• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse community groups.
• Good understanding of the Beqaa region and its social dynamics.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive and participatory approaches.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the Beqaa area.