International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) recruitment in Abuja for Cooperation Field Officers

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Since its creation in 1863, the ICRC's sole objective has been to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as well as by encouraging the development of
international humanitarian law (IHL) and promoting respect for it by governments and all weapon bearers. Its story is about the development of humanitarian action, the Geneva Conventions and the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Delegation in Abuja, is looking for qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of:

Job Title: Cooperation Field Officer

Location: Abuja

Main Responsibilities

• Advise Coop delegate on capacity building and other issues of the branches and support processes of branch development to enhance sustainability to carry out own projects.
• Provide training support to EFAT, CFAT and other NRCS workshops at branch levels ensuring incorporation of Safer Access in collaboration with Coop Assistant and NRCS HQ
• Maintain close contact with respective branch secretaries and ensures that the link with NRCS Headquarters is strengthened and maintained
• Support the branches to establish volunteer database.
• Support branch secretaries to draw up plans of action.
• Contribute to the implementation of Cooperation Framework Agreement annexes relating to general support and Emergency Preparedness & Response of NRCS.
• Closely monitor financial processes including transfer of funds and financial reporting/retirement as well as coaching on finance management with Coop Assistant
• Carry out field monitoring missions with clear terms of reference jointly with NRCS appointed representative

• University degree in Project Management or equivalent field
• Good analytical skills
• Awareness o the socio-political environment
• Good team spirit
• 4 years work experience in a similar field
• Good command of written and spoken English and Hausa Language
• Excellent computer skills

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Sound empathy when dealing with people/beneficiaries
• Adaptability and capacity to integrate changes
• Sound capacity to strictly apply ICRC rules and working procedures.
• Ability to work independently and capacity to take initiatives when appropriate
• Team-wort oriented with sound communication skills
• Punctual, reliable, confirmed organisational skills

• Please clearly indicate "Cooperation Field Officer" on the envelope.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• The ICRC is an impartial, neutral, and independent international humanitarian organization.