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Cooperation Field officer

The ICRC Delegation in Libya has a vacancy for:

Cooperation Field officer

The position will be based in the Misrata Sub Delegation

In his/her capacity as a Cooperation Field Officer (Coop FO), he/she will be responsible for the assessment, evaluation, elaboration and implementation of ICRC cooperation projects.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Cooperation with LRCS (Libyan Red Crescent Society):

Contribute to the fulfilment of Cooperation objectives specifically capacity building and partnership support.

• Conduct Field trips to follow up on LRCS branches / activities (e.g. EPR, dissemination).
  
• Drafting of operational project agreements between ICRC and LRCS.
  
• Following up on administrative issues on operational projects between ICRC and the LRCS
  
• (capacity building; assistance etc.); ensures the provision of operational and financial reports by the LRCS on a regular basis and according to established formats and procedures.
  
• Ensures an economical and sustainable approach to all cooperation activities and the proper use of ICRC funds in line with the Cooperation Framework Agreement.
  
• Works with other units within the Sub-delegation (Com/Diss; tracing, EcoSec, Health) in order to build capacity of the LRCS and to strengthen relations with the National Society.
  
• Is aware of / coordinates with protection department on operational projects in the protection domain in Libya (RFL programme).
  

Cooperation with Federation / PNSs (Partner National Society):

• Following up – together with cooperation team on the Movement policies/ Strategies and the implementation of the activities of the national society in Libya.
  

Reporting / Planning / Budgeting:

• Write field trip report based on FTR (Field Trip Request) guidelines
  
• Writes minutes of meetings and proceeding of training workshops.
  
• Regular contributions for Weekly Operations Report, Cooperation quarterly report,  .. etc.
  
• Establishing of analysis “RC/RC Movement” for PfR document and contributing to drafting of budget.
  

1. OFFICE ACTIVITIES:
   

1. 1. Staff training – Management.
      

Coach LRCS staff and volunteers in cooperation issues

1. 1. Interpretation – Translation.
      

• Interprets accurately from English to National language and vice versa during field visits and otherwise, as required.
  
• Translates documents from English to National language and vice versa as required.
  
• Adapts his/her behaviour to various interlocutors.
  

1. 1. Treatment of information.
      

Registers and treats information (general and specific) accurately and with confidentially
Maintains regular contacts with NRCS chapters and with other interlocutors (NGO’s, associations,
etc.) and exchange information as required.

1. SUPPORT TO THE SUB DELEGATION:
   

• Contributes to the analysis of the security, socio-economic, cultural and political environment relevant to the ICRC and share relevant information with colleagues.
  
• Reports events and changes within the region that could have an impact on ICRC’s activities and hence provides sound elements to the Delegation that allow to establish objectives and priorities.
  
• Participates actively in meetings.
  

1. SUPPORT TO DELEGATE IN CHARGE:
   

• Advises on culture, politics, general situation and share relevant information related to the context.
  

1. GENERAL DUTIES:
   

• Be aware of the delegation’s objectives and activities.
  
• Understand the three components of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement.
  
• Apply the security rules at all times.
  
• Respects and observes the staff regulations of the ICRC in Libya.
  
• The employee may be asked to perform duties and task not covered in this job description as well as to provide support to other departments when necessary.
  

Minimum required knowledge & experience:

• University degree or equivalent in a relevant field, such as communications, political science or international relations.
  
• 3 years’ work experience in a similar field.
  
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Arabic.
  
• Team leadership skills.
  
• Good analytical skills as well as communication skills.
  
• Capacity to handle a lot of sensitive information with strict confidentiality and ethics.
  
• Highly responsible with capacity to work independently while maintaining team dynamic and team spirit.
  
• Genuine interest in humanitarian activities (especially ICRC’s), previous experience in humanitarian environment an asset.
  

Standard function description:

• Assumes main responsibilities for projects / programs in various fields, mainly independently.
  
• Prepares written reporting.
  
• Maintains contact with authorities at various degrees.
  
• Contributes to PfR (Planning for Results) and budget follow-up.
  

We offer a rewarding and enriching work opportunity in a humanitarian and international environment with initial training and on-boarding

Interested Candidates with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application with 2 references to tri_recruitment@icrc.org  before 2nd May 2021, with the title in the email subject:

“Coop Field officer in Misrata Sub Delegation”

CVs not mentioning the position in the subject line, will not be considered
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for tests and interviews