International Peacebuilding, Security and Development Practice Maynooth University

Overview

Why choose this  International Peacebuilding, Security and Development Practice programme from Maynooth University ?

• Integrating negotiation skills with an analysis of wider conflict and development issues, it provides participants with critical insight into the spectrum of international conflict intervention. This includes theory, strategies and practices which range from addressing resource conflict and the use of negotiation tools in the wake of climate change, to the role of governments, business and civil society in participatory peace processes.

•  It explores issues around gender and conflict, racism and human rights; and it addresses security concerns which arise from poverty, exploitation and global economic crises. Drawing on insights from peace education, human security and community development processes, it challenges top-down imposed solutions and examines what's involved in participatory, community-led processes of change.

• It draws together insights and analysis from different conflict and development situations, as well as from diverse experiences and perspectives on peace and security. Through it, participants develop the understanding, knowledge and skills they need to play an active and leadership role in peacebuilding, security and development in a variety of situations.

Career Options

The International Peacebuilding, Security and Development Practice programme from Maynooth University prepares learners to work in conflict resolution, negotiation, development, and humanitarian related fields either overseas or in Ireland. 

This programme gives graduates knowledge, skills and competencies to work in:

• international development and peacebuilding NGOs
• security organisations
• international organisations such as UN, EU and World Bank

• government agencies and departments,

Envisaged roles include:

• monitoring and evaluation officer

• peacebuilding policy officer and advocate

• political affairs officer

• peace education practitioner

• project manager

• learning and policy officer

• safety and security manager

• disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration officer

• conflict and humanitarian advocate