Fresh Jobs at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

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.

International Committee of the Red Cross is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Agronomist Field Officer

Location: Borno

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

Job Title: Monitoring and Reporting Officer

Location: Abuja

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

How to Apply
Interested and qualified should send their application letters, curriculum vitae and contact details of three referees to: ABJ_Recruitment_Services@icrc.org

Note:

• Please clearly indicate “Monitoring and Reporting Officer” as
  the subject of your application (Applications intended for this role
  without this subject will not be treated)
• 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

Deadline  5th February, 2016.