Position Overview: 

The Platform for Peace and Humanity (PPH) is currently seeking a volunteer Project Coordinator (Peace Education) to work under the Mediterranean Programme.

PPH engages in advocacy for sustainable peace education and human development as part of its mandate to promote, advance, and achieve sustainable international peace.

In its engagement towards sustainable peace and social justice, PPH conducts research and policy analysis informed by local context, and mobilises stakeholders to build coalitions for positive change. Sustainable Peace Education is a core focus area for the Mediterranean Programme. The Project Coordinator for Peace Education will support the design and implementation of projects that integrate factors that promote sustainable peace in the education and youth sector in the Mediterranean region informed by the needs identified at the local level. 

The volunteer will engage in research and analysis on sustainable peace education related-issues in the Mediterranean region, outreach and engagement, and project design and coordination. The role combines analytical, operational and administrative tasks to support project development and implementation.

Deadline to apply: 6 September 2026 

Start date: ASAP 

Duration: minimum 12 months, including a one-month probationary period  

Location: Home office (remote) 

Time commitment: 5-10 h/week, flexible work hours

Duties and responsibilities: 

Research and Analysis:  

1. 1. Conduct research, data collection and analysis on sustainable peace education initiatives and policy frameworks in the Mediterranean region;
   2. Contribute to various publications as mutually agreed with the Programme Director and other PPH staff.

Outreach and Engagement:

1. 1. Initiate contact with relevant interlocutors in the Mediterranean region such as civil society organisations, universities, international organisations, experts, donors, etc. and identify funding opportunities and potential partnerships;
   2. Collaborate closely with the Programme Director and other PPH staff towards the development of partnerships and resource mobilisation.

Project design, development and management:

1. 1. Design and develop projects/activities with significance for the Programme;
   2. Support the implementation of projects according to approved donor proposals and Programme strategies.

Minimum Requirements:  

• A solid understanding of the Mediterranean region, including the socio-political context and human rights issues;
• A university degree in peace studies, education, political science, human rights, or in a related field, with demonstrated experience in research and/or project coordination;
• Five to seven years of work experience in peace education and/or peacebuilding;
• Project management skills including budget development;
• Stakeholder engagement experience and experience in resource mobilisation;
• Experience in drafting policy-oriented content,  high-quality strategic documents based on scientific sources in the context of education, peacebuilding and/or human rights;
• Fluency in English;
• Strong communication and inter-personal skills, and experience in building effective relationships in an international multicultural context;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams) and Google Workspace;
• Demonstrated passion and dedication to the mission and values of PPH.

Desirable Qualifications:  

• Fluency in French or Arabic;
• Existing networks in the Mediterranean region.

What We Offer:  

• Opportunities to gain valuable experience in an international NGO context and expand one’s professional network internationally.
• Opportunities to represent PPH at online or offline events.
• A profile on PPH’s website and visibility in a global expert network.

Position Overview:

The Platform for Peace and Humanity is currently seeking a talented volunteer Graphics Designer. The volunteer will help transform complex research and data into compelling, accessible, and visually engaging publications and content for social media.

This is a voluntary, unpaid role and is ideal for early-career professionals in graphics design, with a strong interest in human rights, international peace and security and/or social justice. Applicants should take a keen interest in the vision and objectives of the Platform.

Deadline to apply: 18 September 2026

Start date: ASAP

Duration: minimum 12 months, including a one-month probationary period

Location: Home office (remote)

Time commitment: 10 h/week, flexible work hours

Duties and responsibilities:

• Design and layout reports, briefings, fact sheets, and other publications;
• Create infographics, graphics, charts, maps, and visual assets that communicate complex information clearly;
• Ensure visual consistency across reports, presentations, social media, and advocacy materials;
• Collaborate closely with team members throughout the publication process;
• Prepare print-ready and digital files according to publication standards;
• Support the development and maintenance of organisational branding and visual identity

Requirements:

• Proven professional experience in graphic design, preferably for NGOs, research organisations, publishers, media outlets, or advocacy groups;
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign or alternative software and demonstrated experience designing long-form publications and reports;
• Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite;
• Experience using Canva and other digital design platforms;
• Strong understanding of typography, layout design, and information visualisation;
• Excellent attention to detail
• Professional-level English;
• Strong communication and inter-personal skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams) and Google Workspace;
• Demonstrated passion and dedication to the mission and values of the Platform
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

What we offer:

• Opportunities to gain valuable experience in an international NGO context and expand one’s professional network internationally.
• Opportunity to build one’s portfolio of graphics work, including publications crediting the graphics designer
• A profile on the Platform’s website and visibility in a global expert network.