VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Ethiopia is looking to hire an experienced, highly motivated and qualified person to fill the position of Generalist Field Officer 2 (12 months fixed term contract) based in Gonder.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct
• Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times
• Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times
• Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers
• Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC
• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Representation, Communication and Networking

• Supports the Field Team Leader in the establishment and development of a network of key interlocutors government authorities civil society, inter/national organisations, etc. present in zones of responsibility
• Ensures that the list of key interlocutors is kept up-to-date.
• Represents and promotes the ICRC regarding its activities with all relevant interlocutors including through operational dissemination sessions when appropriate.
• Provides media analysis relevant to the zones of responsibilities

Security management

• Informs and advises the Field Delegates/HoSD on the security situation in the zones of responsibility and assist in obtaining security guarantees for the deployment of ICRC teams in the zones of responsibility.
• Contributes to, maintain, and develop a network of key interlocutors for questions of security.
• Support the Sub Delegation in the transmission to other ICRC teams about application of the security rules
• Assist the Field Teams in the assessment of accommodation and infrastructure for the housing of ICRC teams.
• Informs the SD of all irregularities or security issues in the field.

Protection

• Provides support to the various protection activities, incl RFL, PCP
• Prepares field trips with regard to follow up of protection cases/issues by using existing tools
• Follows through with reporting to the protection department after field trips

Cooperation

• Ensures good working relations with the ERCS in zones of responsibilities through regular visits, in close collaboration with the Field Team and Cooperation department

Other Programmes

• Provides support to EcoSec, Health, Wathab and Protection activities where/when required in the zones of responsibilities (assessment, networking, distribution…).
• Supports other departments to identify and map interlocutors and humanitarian actors relevant to their work in zones of responsibility or interest to the ICRC.

Analysis and synthesis

• Contributes to the analysis of the humanitarian situation and security environment in zones of responsibility
• Contributes, with the assistance and guidance of the Field Delegates to the preparation of institutional reports, minutes of meetings, key points, and other ad hoc written reporting.

Logistics

• Contributes to the planning of field trips.
• Assists in the administrative preparation of field trips and respect the appropriate deadlines.
• In collaboration with support departments, organise and follow the logistics necessary for field trips (materials, vehicles, IT, etc).

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Follows up on all work-related messages and correspondence with the relevant contacts and departments
• Is aware of the delegation’s objectives and has a good knowledge of the Movement and other contacts relevant to the position
• Collects and shares information so as to improve the ICRC’s understanding of the environment and humanitarian trends and responses
• Represents the ICRC in an appropriate way during activities, in meetings and in the field, and avoids any activity that may reflect negatively on the ICRC’s image
• Takes responsibility for their own professional learning and development

Job Requirements

• University degree in Social Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Development Studies, Economics or other relevant discipline
• 3 years’ work experience in relevant field
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Amharic
• Team leadership skills
• Very good analytical and communication skills

How to Apply

Interested candidates should Submit the following through only through CLICK HERE

• Updated Curriculum Vitae.
• A cover letter stating the location of the position and why you think you have the necessary skills and qualifications.
• Salary expectations.

Closing date: Friday, 8 April 2022

Women applicants and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted at all stages of the selection process.