Polyvalent Field Officer at ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross

Main Responsibilities:

• Assists in the security management of the Sub Delegation, especially with regard to premises and perimeter security
• Organizes and conducts security-related training to the Sub Delegation (SD) staff
• Develops mechanism and ensures proper information flow especially on security-related matters among the SD staff and for incoming visitors
• Conducts field trips as field trip leader to performs tasks of networking, communication, protection-related tasks
• Assists in the analysis of the political, security, socio-cultural and religious context and dynamics within the AoR and beyond

Required Qualifications:

• University degree preferably in social sciences
• Background in security services an asset
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in positions with public outreach or security management
• Excellent knowledge of the political, security and socio-cultural/religious dynamics of SD Jos AoR
• Existing network with key players of at least one of the mentioned layers (politics, security, religious circles, society)
• Advanced analytical skills, especially on political, security and social dynamics of SD Jos AoR (Kaduna, Plateau, Bauchi) but also regional perspective
• Good communication skills with good knowledge of written and oral English and advanced reporting skills (written reports)
• Advanced computer skills is a must (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in security management an asset
• Former work with a humanitarian organisation or NGO/CSO an asset

Personal Attributes:

• Rigorous, methodical and accurate
• High organizational skills
• Honesty & integrity
• Able to cope with stressful situations
• Sensitivity and empathy to work with beneficiaries of the ICRC (victims of conflict/violence)
• Flexibility to work over time when needed