Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Program Officer

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The Regional Delegation for the United States and Canada

Resident position based in Washington D.C

(Only US citizens or Green Card holders are eligible for the position)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral, independent and impartial humanitarian organization seeking to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence. Formed in 1863, the ICRC was at the origin of international humanitarian law (IHL) and of the world’s largest humanitarian network, the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

The ICRC Regional Delegation for the US & Canada, based in Washington D.C, is at the heart of our efforts to deliver on the ICRC's mandate, working to secure widespread support, influence, and partnerships for our work in conflict zones. We cultivate relationships with US government agencies, civil society, and the media. The team also works closely with our partners such as the American Red Cross and the Canadian Red Cross.

Purpose

The Program Officer provides administrative support to the Washington Regional Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). This is a role that works with high level teams in advancing the ICRC’s global humanitarian diplomacy and donor engagement in Washington.

The Program Officer reports to the Senior Assistant/Information Management Officer but will be supporting our delegation departments especially as it relates to external engagements. The Program Officer, with prior coordination of their line manager, will support colleagues in other departments as needed across the delegation to carry out the above duties.

Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities

1. Program and Visitor Support, 40%: In collaboration with Senior Assistant/Information Management Officer, the Program Officer will provide administrative support in relation to visits by senior global ICRC staff. Specific responsibilities include outreach, scheduling, supporting the drafting of briefing files, retrieving information from archives, security processes and other critical tasks to assist senior global ICRC staff meetings.
2. Filing Management and Information Management Support, 40%: In collaboration with Senior Assistant/Information Management Officer, the Program Officer will be asked to assist in training and in overseeing compliance of filing and information management protocols. In addition, the Program Officer will support the delegation in managing electronic and paper correspondence.
3. Special Events Support 10%: The Program Officer will be asked to contribute to special projects in support of Departments such as event coordination which involves outreach, scheduling, and collaboration.
4. Annual Planning and Quarterly Report Support, 10%: The Program Officer will be asked by specific departments to edit, format, and submit department reports via internal applications.

Additional Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Follows up on all work-related messages and correspondence with the relevant contacts and departments
• Is aware of the delegation’s objectives and has a good knowledge of the Movement and other contacts relevant to the position
• Collects and shares information so as to improve the ICRC’s understanding of the environment and humanitarian trends and responses
• Represents the ICRC in an appropriate way during activities, in meetings and in the field, and avoids any activity that may reflect negatively on the ICRC’s image
• Takes responsibility for their own professional learning and development

General Duties

• Be aware of the delegation’s objectives and activities
• Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct
• Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times
• Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times
• Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers
• Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC
• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

Minimum required skills & experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field
• Excellent organizational skills, including ability to efficiently coordinate events for departments and assist in managing schedules for high level visitors.
• Strong writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including experience using Microsoft Office and SharePoint.

Preferred skills & experience

• Spanish language professional working proficiency is a plus.
• Proficiency with diplomatic correspondence is a plus.
• Knowledge of International Organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations and Government offices is a plus.

What we offer:

• Join a leading multi-disciplinary humanitarian organization – part of the world’s largest humanitarian network
• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment
• A full-time resident position based in DC
• Competitive salary
• Lucrative benefits package that includes:
• Robust health and dental insurance plan
• 20 paid vacation days (annually)
• 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• 7 paid sick/personal days (annually)
• 11.5% Employer contribution for our 403b retirement plan
• Exciting professional development program
• A hybrid working model with flexible scheduling and partial teleworking options

Compensation: The salary range for this role is between $53,300 - $69,160.

Applications Instructions:

• You are required to include your resume (preferably no more than two pages) and your cover letter, including salary requirements.
• Application Deadline: Friday, August 30, 2024. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis thereafter.
• Start date: ASAP
• We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted .

As part of our efforts to continue to ensure the safety and protection of our employees against COVID-19, all staff members are required to be fully vaccinated. Upon employment acceptance, new employees must produce proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Apply now!

Our Diversity Commitment. The ICRC is committed to creating a diverse, multicultural environment and strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ to apply.

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