Economic Security Field Officer (ECOSEC) at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Since its creation in 1863, the ICRC's sole objective has been to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as well as by encouraging the development of international humanitarian law (IHL) and promoting respect for it by governments and all weapon bearers. Its story is about the development of humanitarian action, the Geneva Conventions and the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the vacancy below:

Job Title: Economic Security Field Officer (ECOSEC)

Location: Yobe

Main Responsibilities

• Conducts analysis of the situation, assessments according to operational priorities and proposes appropriate action
• Supports and runs field activities under the supervision of the ECOSEC delegate
• Contributes to the implementation of ECOSEC Agro programmed in Yobe
• Designs, implements and monitors ECOSEC program activities.
• Prepares written reports on the activities
• Contributes to the overall ECOSEC strategy and budget follow up
• Maintains close contact with beneficiaries
• Represents the ICRC

Minimum Required Knowledge & Experience

• University degree in Economics, Agronomy, Social Sciences, Nutrition or related discipline
• Work experience in a similar field (Especially National and International organization is an asset)
• Very good analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Good command of Hausa and Kanuri
• Good computer skills especially in Excel

Personal Requirements:

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Ability to work independently and capacity to take initiatives when appropriate
• Team-work oriented with sound communication skills
• Punctual, reliable, confirmed organisational skills
• Sound empathy when dealing with people/beneficiaries
• Sound capacity to strictly apply ICRC rules and working procedure

Application Closing Date
26th June, 2015

Method of Application
Interested and qualified should send application letter, curriculum vitae, and contact details of three referees to:

The Administrator,
ICRC Maiduguri Sub delegation,
House no. 7 Bifam Road,
Off Circular Road (Damboa Junction),
GRA Maiduguri,
Borno State.
Or
Administrator ICRC,
Delegation Abuja,
No 31 Pope John Paul II Street,
Maitama,
Abuja.

Note:

• Please clearly indicate "ECOSEC Field Officer Damaturu" on your envelope
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.