James Maker Atem Email and Phone Number
I completed my Master of International Affairs at Columbia SIPA, specializing in international security policy and conflict resolution. I also hold a BA in Conflict Resolution and an MSc in International Relations.I'm a detail-oriented professional with seven years of experience and a demonstrated history in public policy, non-profit, international affairs, higher education, community development, and disaster risk reduction. I am skilled in data analysis, communication, editing, research, and critical thinking. Additionally, I am fluent in English, Kiswahili, and Arabic, effectively communicating and writing in multiple languages. My diplomatic expertise extends to negotiation and mediation, while my ability to work collaboratively, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, solve problems, lead teams, manage time efficiently, and reason effectively further contribute to my qualifications. I am proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and STATA.I work as a Special Advisor for 2024 CRCP under UNHCR’s RAG. I have previous experience with the UNHCR, where I worked for three years as a Tertiary Connected Learning Coordinator in Kakuma Camp, Kenya. My job entailed assisting with the day-to-day running of the Turkana West University Campus, five Technical Institutions, and seven Instant Network Schools monitoring. As Tertiary Connected Learning Coordinator, I helped plan, implement, and report Microsoft Project inputs at Turkana West University Campus.At the Instant Network Schools, I coordinated the Microsoft project. This entailed advancing 15,000 young refugees and the host community's digital skills and training using digital equipment and resources. In addition, I oversaw and directed the thirty-five ICT Coaches in seven Instant Network Schools (INS) and Youth Centers in Kakuma camp. I received direct reports from the coaches who enrolled our participants in training sessions. I worked as a Lecturer at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology in Kenya for three years— from 2017 to 2019. I provided tutelage exercises in conflict resolution, international relations, diplomacy, political science, community development, and disaster management.As a Lecturer, I taught in various contexts, ranging from small group tutorials to extensive lectures, ensuring that material and delivery methods fulfilled the defined learning objectives for each session. Leadership: I have held numerous leadership positions, including being an elected student leader at MMUST. I served on the SIPASA Student Advisory Committee at Columbia SIPA.
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Managing Director And Founder Of Cjp NexusClimate Nexus For Peace And JusticeNew York, Ny, Us -
Special Advisor To Refugee Advisory GroupUnhcr, The Un Refugee Agency Jan 2024 - Present2024 Consultations On Resettlement & Complimentary Pathways* Support Refugee Advisory Group—NGOs and Governments working in the resettlement space by deliberating on policy.* Advocate for more streamlined and efficient refugee resettlement processes to reduce the waiting period for vulnerable individuals and families.* Raise awareness about the importance of mental health and trauma support services for refugees, recognizing their emotional challenges.* Committed to highlighting the unique contributions that refugees can bring to their host… Show more * Support Refugee Advisory Group—NGOs and Governments working in the resettlement space by deliberating on policy.* Advocate for more streamlined and efficient refugee resettlement processes to reduce the waiting period for vulnerable individuals and families.* Raise awareness about the importance of mental health and trauma support services for refugees, recognizing their emotional challenges.* Committed to highlighting the unique contributions that refugees can bring to their host communities, dispelling misconceptions, and fostering a welcoming environment. * Serve as a bridge between the CRCP community and global refugee communities, facilitating open communication and collaboration.* Coordinate the meaningful participation of refugees and RLOs in the Working Group on Resettlement and CRCP, providing them with a voice in shaping policies. * Strive to influence the work of CRCP participants, particularly in the design and implementation of better resettlement policies and commitments. Show less -
ConsultantCommunity Sponsorship Hub Jan 2024 - Feb 2024Remote -
Independent ConsultantCommunity Sponsorship Hub Aug 2023 - Jan 2024United StatesI am a Refugee Advisor at Community Sponsorship Hub, which leads a consortium in designing and implementing the Welcome Corps on Campus mainly to mobilize, support, and oversee Private Sponsor Groups (PSGs). I am responsible for actively engaging in co-design and stakeholder sessions to contribute to developing policies and programs. Moreover, I assume the responsibilities of a Program Ambassador, actively involved in outreach, communication, and mobilization efforts aimed at increasing… Show more I am a Refugee Advisor at Community Sponsorship Hub, which leads a consortium in designing and implementing the Welcome Corps on Campus mainly to mobilize, support, and oversee Private Sponsor Groups (PSGs). I am responsible for actively engaging in co-design and stakeholder sessions to contribute to developing policies and programs. Moreover, I assume the responsibilities of a Program Ambassador, actively involved in outreach, communication, and mobilization efforts aimed at increasing awareness and encouraging participation in both Kenya and Jordan. In addition, I play a role in recruiting diaspora, community, and higher education institution (HEI) leaders as WCC Ambassadors and contribute to their training. Show less -
Programme Management InternUnited Nations Jun 2023 - Sep 2023New York, United StatesI was involved in the Youth Engagement and Empowerment Programme (YEEP), a pioneering initiative of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT) aimed at countering radicalization and violent extremism in Africa (specifically in Nigeria, Mozambique, and Somalia) and Asia and Southeast Asia. The program utilizes a Peer-to-Peer (P2P) model, capacity building, and youth workshops focused on peace, tapping into the abundant potential of young peacebuilders in the region.In addition… Show more I was involved in the Youth Engagement and Empowerment Programme (YEEP), a pioneering initiative of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT) aimed at countering radicalization and violent extremism in Africa (specifically in Nigeria, Mozambique, and Somalia) and Asia and Southeast Asia. The program utilizes a Peer-to-Peer (P2P) model, capacity building, and youth workshops focused on peace, tapping into the abundant potential of young peacebuilders in the region.In addition, I participated in researching the intricate relationship between climate security, violent extremism, and gender dynamics in Kenya. This project delves into the interplay and mutual influences of these elements by analyzing specific cases of violent extremism in various regions, including Somali border areas, the coastline region, West Gate Mall, and radicalization instances in West Pokot, Tiaty, Turkana, Marakwet, Tana River, and Trans Nzoia counties. This project was recently launched at the African Climate Summit in Kenya. Show less -
Graduate ConsultantInternational Peace Institute (Ipi) Jan 2023 - Jun 2023New York, United StatesDuring my tenure, I evaluated the United Nations' support for climate change responses in countries affected by conflict. Specifically, my focus was on analyzing the development of national and local initiatives to address climate change, encompassing areas such as mitigation and adaptation and assessing losses and damages in conflict-affected countries. This effort was focused on the climate change responses in South Sudan, Iraq, and… Show more During my tenure, I evaluated the United Nations' support for climate change responses in countries affected by conflict. Specifically, my focus was on analyzing the development of national and local initiatives to address climate change, encompassing areas such as mitigation and adaptation and assessing losses and damages in conflict-affected countries. This effort was focused on the climate change responses in South Sudan, Iraq, and Nigeria.https://www.sipa.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/2023-05/For_Publication_IPI_Acikgoz.pdf Show less -
Graduate Teaching AssistantColumbia | Sipa Aug 2022 - Dec 2022New York, United StatesManaging Humanitarian Emergencies -
Sipasa Student Advisory CommitteeColumbia | Sipa Apr 2022 - Dec 2022Columbia Sipa>I advocated for more African-themed courses to help students better understand the world from an African perspective and prepare them to examine, explore, and critically analyze the unique experiences of African-descended people. >I advocated bringing in more speakers from the Global South to promote diversity. -
Tertiary Connected Learning Coordinator At UnhcrUnhcr, The Un Refugee Agency Jan 2019 - Aug 2022My job entailed assisting with the day-to-day running of the Turkana West University Campus, Technical Institutions, and Instant Network Schools monitoring. As Tertiary Connected Learning Coordinator, I helped plan, implement, and report Microsoft Project inputs at Turkana West University Campus.At the Instant Network Schools, I coordinated the Microsoft project. This entailed advancing 15,000 young refugees and the host community's digital skills and training using digital equipment… Show more My job entailed assisting with the day-to-day running of the Turkana West University Campus, Technical Institutions, and Instant Network Schools monitoring. As Tertiary Connected Learning Coordinator, I helped plan, implement, and report Microsoft Project inputs at Turkana West University Campus.At the Instant Network Schools, I coordinated the Microsoft project. This entailed advancing 15,000 young refugees and the host community's digital skills and training using digital equipment and resources. In addition, I oversaw and directed the thirty-five ICT Coaches in seven Instant Network Schools (INS) and Youth Centers in Kakuma camp. I received direct reports from the coaches who enrolled our participants in training sessions. Show less -
Co-FounderFaulu Productions May 2021 - Aug 2021KenyaHumanitarian Assistance -
LecturerMasinde Muliro University Of Science And Technology Jan 2017 - Nov 2020Kakamega, KenyaI undertook some tutelage exercises for the undergraduates at the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies as well as Turkana West University College of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. -
Student LeaderMasinde Muliro University Of Science And Technology May 2015 - Dec 2016Kakamega, KenyaI represented SDMHA in the students' Congress for the following purposes: 1. Legislative responsibility: To pass Laws of MMUSO. 2. Oversight responsibility: To ensure that the executive (i.e., Directors in charge of the Students Governing Council) performs its duties satisfactorily. 3. Ensure that comrades' demands are presented to the University management and responded to well. 4. Also, I maintained good rapport between students and staff, management & the wider university public! -
Data SpecialistHandicap International - Humanity & Inclusion Sep 2017 - Dec 2017KenyaI served as a Data Specialist with Handicap International in Kenya, targeting the root causes of violent conflict among the pastoralists in Kenya's North Rift Valley province. I used my excellent research skills to assist the organization in determining the source of rampant inter-ethnic strife among the tribal groups in Trans Nzoia, West Pokot, and Turkana counties of Kenya. This background has prepared me to conduct program research and ensure that mandatory operational and statistical… Show more I served as a Data Specialist with Handicap International in Kenya, targeting the root causes of violent conflict among the pastoralists in Kenya's North Rift Valley province. I used my excellent research skills to assist the organization in determining the source of rampant inter-ethnic strife among the tribal groups in Trans Nzoia, West Pokot, and Turkana counties of Kenya. This background has prepared me to conduct program research and ensure that mandatory operational and statistical reports are fact-based and comply with regulations. Show less
James Maker Atem Education Details
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International Security Policy And Specialization In International Conflict Resolution (Icr). -
Masinde Muliro University Of Science And TechnologyPostgraduate -
Masinde Muliro University Of Science And TechnologyI Graduated Top Of Class (A) -
Rongai Boys Secondary SchoolKenya Certificate Of Secondary Education
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James Maker Atem works for Climate Nexus For Peace And Justice
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James Maker Atem's current role is Managing Director and Founder of CJP Nexus.
What schools did James Maker Atem attend?
James Maker Atem attended Columbia | Sipa, Masinde Muliro University Of Science And Technology, Masinde Muliro University Of Science And Technology, Rongai Boys Secondary School.
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James Maker Atem's colleagues are Theophilus Vodounou, Isaura Fernadez, Livio Alvarado, Patrick Mfumu, Dianela Angulo-Vázquez, Zola Molomjamts, Zhamal Batyrova.
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