Security Field Officer/Assistant to Head of Sub Delegation at The International Committee of Red Cross - ICRC

Location Yola

Main Responsibilities:

• Assists the Head of Sub delegation in various tasks related to administration
• Security management: analysis of the variety of factors impacting on ICRC security and operations
• Networking with key security interlocutors relevant for ICRC activities in Adamawa and South Borno
• Assists the Head of Sub Delegation and Head of Office in BIU and Mubi in the analysis of the political, security, socio-cultural and religious context and dynamics within the AoR and beyond (identification of regional dynamics that could impact on Yola AoR)
• Supports the Head of Sub Delegation in field trips as Field Officer, conducts interpretation if necessary

Required Qualifications:

Essential

• University degree, preferably in social sciences, international relations, political science or other related field
• Minimum 1 year professional experience in Administration: report writing, minute taking etc.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in Security Management, preferably in the humanitarian sector
• Very good written and oral command of English and Hausa
• Advanced ability to use electronic office equipment and applications (word processing, spread sheets, presentations, electronic communication, internet, etc.)

Advantageous

• Knowledge of the mission, mandate, work and operations of the ICRC
• Training/qualification in security management
• Working experience in security services
• Excellent knowledge of the political, security&socio-cultural/religious dynamics in Adamawa and South Borno
• Existing network with key players in the security services/authorities or ability establish such networks
• Good analytical skills, and thorough knowledge of the political, security and social dynamics of ICRC Yola Sub- Delegation AoR (i.e. Adamawa and south Borno) but also regional perspective
• Good communication skills and problem-solving skills
• Previous experience with a humanitarian organisation or NGO/CSO, preferably in a similar post

Personal attributes:

• Autonomous
• Multi-tasking, 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 long hours and/or during weekends
• Good communication and negotiation skills