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

Location: Yola, Adamawa

Main Responsibilities

• Assists the Head of Sub delegation in different daily tasks
• Assists the Head of Sub Delegation in the security management of the Sub Delegation, especially with regard to premises and perimeter security, verification of ICRC rules applied and followed by staff and visitors, preparation of field movements/acquisition of security guarantees in support of the departments/monitoring of the security situation development
• Develops mechanism and ensures proper information flow especially on security-related matters among the Sub Delegation Management (Head of Office), staff and for incoming visitors
• Assists the Head of Sub Delegation, Head of Office(s) in the analysis of the political, security, socio-cultural and religious context and dynamics within the Area of Responsibility (AoR) and beyond (identification of regional dynamics that could impact on Yola AoR)
• Supports the Head of Sub Delegation and Head of Office(s) in field trips as Field Officer, conducts interpretation if necessary
• Conducts field trips as field trip leader to perform tasks of networking file.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree, preferably in Social Sciences
• Background in security services an asset (the interested should hold a senior officer rank)
• 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 in Adamawa and South Borno
• 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 Yola AoR (i.e. Adamawa and south Borno) but also regional perspective
• Good communication skills with good knowledge of written and oral English and advanced reporting skills (written reports)
• Fluent in Hausa and Kanuri, with Arabic as a strong asset.
• Advanced computer skills a must (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Previous experience with a humanitarian organisation or NGO/CSO an asset.

Personal Attributes:

• Autonomous
• Rigorous, methodical and accurate
• Honesty & integrity
• Leadership skills and good team spirit
• 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
• Good communication and negotiation skills.