The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is the largest humanitarian network in the world. Its mission is to alleviate human suffering, protect life and health, and uphold human dignity especially during armed conflicts and other emergencies. It is present in every country and supported by millions of volunteers.
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is dedicated to preventing and alleviating human suffering in warfare and in emergencies such as epidemics, floods and earthquakes.
It is not a single organization. It is composed of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and the 189 individual National Societies. Each has its own legal identity and role, but they are all united by seven Fundamental Principles.
These principles are humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. Each component of the Movement is committed to respect and uphold them.
The ICRC’s 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. It directs and coordinates the Movement’s international relief activities during armed conflicts. Established in 1863, it is at the origin of the Movement.
The Federation inspires, facilitates and promotes all humanitarian activities carried out by its member National Societies on behalf of the most vulnerable people. It directs and coordinates its members’ actions to assist the victims of natural and technological disasters, refugees and those affected by health emergencies. It was founded in 1919.Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the Movement Cooperation Specialist, The Movement Cooperation Officer 2 contributes to developing and implementing the delegation’s objectives for cooperation with the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) and other present Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement partners, in line with the ICRC’s Movement policies and in consultation with the local operating National Society (NS).
The Movement Cooperation Officer 2 contributes to building positive relationships between the ICRC and NRCS, supports in identification of capacity building gaps, exploring jointly with NRCS management mitigation measures. He/she also works with other Movement components in support of NRCS initiatives in its delivery of its humanitarian Mandate.
Responsibilities
Contributes to implementing the operational partnership between the ICRC and the NRCS by working closely with colleagues and the NRCS to develop joint procedures and partnership agreements; develops the partnership skills of the ICRC and NRCS.
Analyses and summarises information relevant to the operational partnership between the ICRC and the NRCS; identifies gaps in capacity and proposes solutions in line with the operational approach and the delegation strategy on Movement Cooperation.
Organises and participates in relevant trainings/workshops/meetings (e.g. Emergency First Aid Teams, Safer Access Framework, monitoring and evaluation, Volunteer Database Management, Finance Development) in the identified branches, closely working with Cooperation Abuja, and providing support as required.
Takes trips to the field to prepare and attend joint assessments and/or contribute to the identification, recommendation, and implementation of NRCS capacity-building initiatives.
Maintains an open line of communication with NRCS technical staff on operations and capacity building needs and support.
Contributes to maintaining a constant overview of the Red Cross Movement’s activities, capacity and affairs; contributes to organising various Red Cross (RC) Movement’s meetings.
Supports the Movement Cooperation Coordinator, on issues related to partnership with the NRCS and coordination within the RC Movement in the area of responsibility.
Contributes to the implementation of the Cooperation Framework Agreement and its Annexes related to general Cooperation support; ensure that the NRCS Branches receive required technical and financial support and provide reports (narrative and financial) on a regular basis, as per established format and procedures; facilitates NRCS Branches receive training and regular coaching in financial management and reporting.
Contributes to the development of the structure’s network or of own network of contacts with local stakeholders.
Support NRCS Branches to draw up quarterly plans of action in various thematic areas.
Works to ensure coordination and coherence between the different ICRC operational objectives that involve the NRCS in identified Branches and Divisions.
Oversees and monitors projects and activities (including ICRC/NRCS joint activities) in the identified NRCS branches with requisite reporting and contributes to institutional reporting.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Master’s degree is an added advantage.
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience working with a humanitarian organization.
Work experience in a field relevant to partnership management or organizational development.
Excellent command (spoken and written) of English, Hausa an asset.
Computer proficiency (Excel, word and power point)
Good analytical skills.
Applicant must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria.