Conflict Sensitivity 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 behaviour 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. 

• Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the facilitation of technically complex, sensitive, or high-level workshops and dialogue sessions

• Provide authoritative subject-matter expertise and technical guidance to the project team

• Advise the Project Lead on the technical feasibility, appropriateness, and potential impact of proposed activities

• Lead the design and implementation of community-led initiative work plans

• Design, pilot, and refine programmatic tools, session content, and training curricula in line with project goals

• Ensure all program content is conflict-sensitive and adheres to do-no-harm principles

• Establish and oversee the project’s technical quality assurance processes and standards

• Develop strong, trust-based relationships with community leaders, technical specialists, and key stakeholders

• Provide direct technical support to project partners to strengthen their programmatic capacity

• Conduct technical reviews of project reports, training materials, and communications to ensure accuracy and alignment

• Conduct formal mentorship, on-the-job coaching, and capacity assessments for junior program staff

• Facilitate internal learning sessions and contribute to the continuous technical development of the program team

• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to assess program impact and inform adaptations

• Write in-depth thematic reports, technical briefs, and case studies on program quality and learning

• Document and disseminate best practices, innovations, and key lessons learned

• Identify and integrate innovative approaches and methodologies to strengthen technical delivery

• Represent the organization’s technical approach in external working groups, learning platforms, and coordination forums

• Mediate and resolve complex field-level issues related to participant dynamics, ethical concerns, or technical delivery

• Contribute technical insights and recommendations to the design of new project proposals and donor submissions
• Languages:
• Proficiency in Arabic is required.
• Advanced English is essential for reporting and communication with partners.
• Requirements and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in community engagement, peacebuilding, or civil society projects
• Strong facilitation and communication skills, especially with diverse and vulnerable groups
• Demonstrated experience with conflict sensitivity, do-no-harm approaches, or participatory methods
• Proficiency in Arabic (spoken and written) is required
• Advanced English proficiency is essential for reporting and communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse team
• Flexibility to travel regularly within Lebanon