NEW JOB POSITIONS AT ICRC

NEW JOB POSITIONS AT ICRC
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the vacancy below.

Agronomist Field Officer
    Job TypeFull Time
    QualificationBA/BSc/HND 
    Experience 3 years
    Location Borno
    Job Field Agriculture/Agro-Allied 



Main Responsibilities:
    Be aware of the political, economic, cultural, religious situation and informs of any updates to the  Head of Sub Delegation
    Assumes main responsibility for implementing the Agro programme in area of operation with minimum supervision
    Monitors agricultural issues in the field and promptly report any disease emergencies to the EcoSec delegates
    Contributes to the implementation and running of the agro interventions as a part of EcoSec program
    Participates in implementing and monitoring the various components of the EcoSec program
    Provides written reports (technical) on field visits, assessments, agricultural activities, trainings and general progress of the program

Required Qualifications:

    University degree (Agronomy)
    3-4 years work experience in a similar field, previous humanitarian / NGO experience an asset
    Very good understanding of the socio-political situation in the area of assignment
    Very good analytical and organizational skills
    Good command of written and spoken English and Hausa
    Good computer skills
    Willingness to travel extensively and to participate in extended field trips

Personal Attributes:

    Stress resistant and ready to work in adverse environments

Monitoring and Reporting Officer
    Job TypeFull Time
    QualificationBA/BSc/HND 
    Experience 4 years
    Location Abuja
    Job Field ICT / Computer 


Main Responsibilities:

    Responsible for implementing the accountability risk management monitoring of all EcoSec programmes in Nigeria
    Analyses procedures applied in all aspects of project cycle and identified potential accountability compliance risks and propose and implement mitigation strategies.
    Mentors and trains the users of electronic monitoring tools including the database manager, field officers and mobile staff
    Disseminates and explains to external actors and partners clearly and concisely about EcoSec activities
    Contributes to strategic discussions on innovation, accountability and risk management

Required Qualifications:

    University degree in Information Technology, computer science, computer programming, statistics, development studies, sociology, development economics, economics, financial auditing, programme management or similar field
    Experience in computer programming, Applications development and working with mobile data collection tools
    Minimum 4 years of professional experience in a similar position
    Good understanding and knowledge of humanitarian issues and current events in Nigeria
    Proficient knowledge and skills in project cycle management
    Past experience using online dashboards for data analysis and prior experience working with technology for humanitarian organisations is desirable
    Deep understanding of significance of transparency and accountability agenda in remote operations in a highly volatile context
    Understanding on importance of knowledge management and confidentiality
    Good organisational and planning skills
    Proficiency in English and Hausa
    Strong report writing and communication skills and the aptitude to handle competing messages and priorities
    Experience in financial risk management is an asset

Personal Attributes:

    Energetic team worker and good communicator, comfortable in an environment where self-direction and initiative are expected
    Diplomatic attitude and confidential behaviour
    Function autonomously and independently, within the limits of responsibilities granted
    Sensitive to cultural, gender, religious and other social issues with colleagues and stakeholders
    Prepared to spend time in the field with basic facilities
    Motivated, patient and practical-minded

Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Field Officer
    Job TypeFull Time
    QualificationBA/BSc/HND 
    Experience 4 years
    Location Adamawa, Borno
    Job Field Medical / Health 

 Main Responsibilities:

    Assesses the affected communities in the northeast
    Identifies needs for psychosocial support and develop a program to response to those needs
    Develops activities for psychosocial support program, implement them and provide accurate reports
    Conducts extensive field activities to implement and monitor the program
    Identifies key community actors who will receive intensive trainings and coaching in basic psychological support
    Develops training program and trains persons involved in MHPSS activities
    Coordinate volunteers to implement MHPSS activities

Required Qualifications:

    University degree in Psychology.
    Post graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Counselling or Medical Doctor specialized in Psychiatry or similar degree is highly desirable
    Minimum of 4 years’ experience in clinical and/or community mental health and psychosocial programs
    Experience working with the psychological effects of war political violence or other traumatic events highly desirable.
    Group facilitation skills, training and supervision experience.
    Able to use Microsoft office efficiently
    Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English, fluency in Kanuri and Hausa is an asset
    Good knowledge of the political, social and cultural assigned environment

Personal Attributes:

    Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
    Team leadership and good communication skills
    Flexibility and ability to work independently and with a sense of initiative
    Team work and partnership working skills
    Willingness to learn and support others in their learning
    Highly developed analytical, planning and organising skills
    Ability to work independently and with a sense of initiative

Method of Application
Posted on: 28 January, 2016 Deadline: 5 February, 2016
Persons interested and qualified should send application letter, curriculum vitae and contact details of three referees to

ABJ_Recruitment_Services@icrc.org
Please clearly indicate Job Position Title E.G. “Agro Field Officer" as the subject of your application. (Applications intended for this role without this subject will not be treated)

The deadline for the submission of applications will be 05.02.2016, 16:30 h. Late application will not be considered

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
However, ICRC will not request for any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

For more information about the ICRC, please visit our website www.icrc.org