Weapon Contamination (WEC) Field Officer at ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross

Main Responsibilities:

• The Weapon Contamination Field Officer provides support to implementation and monitoring of ICRC WEC activities in Nigeria.
• Assists the WEC Delegate in implementation and follow-up of WEC activities;
• Contributes to the analysis of the security, socio-economic, cultural and political environment relevant to the ICRC and share relevant information with colleagues;
• Collects and compiles WEC related information;
• Contributes to written reporting on WEC activities;
• Develops and maintains contacts with authorities and Mine Action implementing partners at local level;
• Translates/interprets as required by the department
• Reports events and changes within the region that could have an impact on ICRC's activities and hence provides sound elements to the Delegation that allow to establish objectives and priorities;
• Participates in internal and external meetings.
• Facilitates and quality assure WEC training for ICRC, IFRC and Nigeria Red Cross Society (NRCS)

Education and experience required

• Relevant College or University Degree
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, Hausa and/or Kanuri.

Excellent computer skills
Desired profile and skills

• Previous working experience in ICRC, IFRC, NRCS or for a Mine Action organization based in Nigeria.
• Experience in capacity building, training, and training development.
• Previous experience working in Nigeria and/or knowledge of the north-eastern Nigeria is preferred.
• Females are encouraged to apply