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Networking (Relations and Interactions) Field Officer – Tripoli

The ICRC Delegation in Libya has a vacancy for:

Networking (Relations and Interactions) Field Officer

The position will be based in ICRC Tripoli (TRI)

JOB DESCRIPTION – Networking FO:

Standard function description:

Under the supervision of the Networking Coordinator, and incoordination/consultation with the SDs (Sub Delegations) and the Humanitarian Adviser, the Networking FO:

• Acts as the focal person for the Networking file in Tripoli and assists the delegation in interacting and following up with MoFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) and other governmental entities for visas (for all LY-based mobile staff and for the missions and visitors’ visas), meetings requests.
• Helps and seconds the Networking Coordinator in Networking activities in Tripoli and across the country.
• Helps in updating the mapping and contact lists of influential actors across the country. Assists in reaching out to these leaders contribute to reporting and managing information related to Networking files.
• Contributes to implementing the Networking strategies and objectives of the ICRC Libya Delegation across the country.
• Works with relevant teams in Sub-Delegation to harmonize the Networking efforts. Supports the Delegation and SDs in better understanding internal dynamics across the country.
• Deepening and maintaining a good interaction through regular and direct contacts with interlocutors influencing their perception of ICRC.
• Assists the Networking Coordinator and contributes to the Networking efforts of SDs with governmental/civilian entities and supports SDs in the implementation of their Networking plans.
• As per the established strategy/PoA, helps in the organization of Networking workshops, round tables, seminars, and courses for governmental/civilian entities in coordination with relevant departments in SDs.
• Helps organize dissemination sessions with the relevant SDs interlocutors (both logistically and conceptually by tailoring the messages/focuses to the audience, etc.).
• Introduces (and accompanies when necessary) other team members and line managers to meetings with relevant stakeholders and facilitates ICRC interactions with them.
• Compiles and contributes to reporting and operational analyses of trends across the country.
• Participates in internal meetings and events as needed.
• Respond to requests from SDs and makes field visit to assist with Networking in SDs AoRs.

Certifications / Education required:

• Relevant Degree from a recognized university.
• Minimum 3-5 years of work experience in a similar field.
• Able to understand the Networking strategies/objectives of the ICRC in Libya and contribute to its implementation.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
• Attentive to details, rigorous with a high sense of confidentiality and integrity.
• Able to write clear and concise reports and quality documents.
• High level of flexibility, responsiveness, and availability to travel often.
• Able to develop and sustain a network of key contacts.
• Good negotiation and communications skills.
• Strong Computer skills (Office package: Excel, Word, etc.)
• Must be able to travel inside and outside Libya.
• Capacity to apply ICRC rules and procedures.
• Interest in humanitarian activities (especially ICRC’s).
• Excellent organizational and methodical abilities, sense of initiative.
• Service-oriented with a strong sense of setting priorities and flexibility.

ICRC is a humanitarian organization, which works to protect and assist victims of armed conflicts. The position within the institution requires to convey/carry a certain image of the ICRC, ICRC expects its employees to behave in an appropriate manner at all times and in all places. All members of staff should ensure their attitudes correspond to ICRC principles both during and after working hours.

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

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Interested candidates with the required background and experience are invited to submit their CVs in English with 2 references to tri_recruitment@icrc.org 

before 20th Mar 2022, with the title in the email subject

“Networking FO in Tripoli”

CVs not accompanied by a motivation letter and 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.