Youth Peace Champion

Company Description FreshBreeze Initiative for Unity, Socio-Economic and Leadership Development is an apolitical, non-governmental, and not-for-profit humanitarian and development organization committed to empowering African youths as drivers of positive change. The organization focuses on building youth capacity to address community challenges through peacebuilding, socio-economic initiatives, and leadership development. By aligning with Sustainable Development Goals 1, 2, and 3, FreshBreeze works to eradicate extreme poverty and hunger while promoting good health and well-being across African communities. Youth participants engage in programs and projects designed to strengthen resilience, reduce conflict, and improve quality of life. The organization provides a supportive environment for emerging leaders who are passionate about social impact and community transformation.

Role Description The Youth Peace Champion is an on-site role based in Nigeria, responsible for promoting peace, unity, and social cohesion within local communities. This position involves organizing and facilitating youth dialogues, workshops, and outreach activities that encourage non-violent conflict resolution and mutual understanding. The Youth Peace Champion will collaborate with community leaders, schools, and youth groups to design and implement peace-focused campaigns, awareness programs, and community service initiatives. Daily tasks include engaging peers, documenting activities and outcomes, reporting to program coordinators, and sharing success stories and challenges from the field. The role also includes supporting socio-economic and health-focused projects that align with FreshBreeze’s mission, while serving as a positive role model and advocate for constructive youth participation.

Qualifications

Strong interest in peacebuilding, social justice, community development, and youth empowerment. Effective communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly, listen actively, and engage diverse audiences. Demonstrated leadership potential, teamwork abilities, and reliability in coordinating group activities. Basic organizational and project support skills, such as planning events, keeping records, and reporting progress. Ability to work respectfully with people from different backgrounds, cultures, and age groups within Nigerian communities. Willingness to participate in on-site trainings, field visits, and community engagement activities in Nigeria. Fluency in English; knowledge of local Nigerian languages is an added advantage. Prior volunteer or community involvement experience is beneficial, especially in youth, health, or development initiatives.

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