Addressing Sexual Violence Specialist at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Addressing Sexual Violence Specialist

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time

The Purpose

• Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Protection Coordinator in Maiduguri, the Addressing Sexual Violence Specialist implements and leads activities related to the prevention and response of sexual violence, including the following.

Your Role

• Implement and takes a lead role on various field level activities, e.g., coordinating individual responses to victims/survivors of sexual violence; supporting/coordinating community-level projects; documenting the humanitarian consequences of conflict/other situations of violence on the civilian population and allegations of violations of international humanitarian / human rights law, working with the Nigerian Red Cross Society, developing, and delivering training etc.
• Support programmatic analysis and strategic thinking relevant to ICRC sexual violence prevention and response, including e.g., data compilation and analysis, and the design and implementation of activities.
• Participate in and may sometimes independently hold internal and external meetings about ICRC work on addressing sexual violence, including with communities, authorities, weapon bearers etc.
• Report on relevant activities, such as field assignments, internal written reports, and periodic evaluation of the ICRC’s action on sexual violence.
• Work as a team member, including undertaking other tasks (e.g., administrative, logistical, finance-related) to support the team, acting as an interpreter for colleagues, advises team members regarding cultural and socio-economically relevant issues, and fosters a conducive environment.

Your Profile
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Law, Human Rights, Gender Studies, or other relevant/similar qualification
• At least 5 years of professional experience
• 3–4 years’ experience in protection work, mental health, medical support, with a focus on sexual violence or related areas within the humanitarian work.
• Proven experience working directly with persons in situations of vulnerability
• Strong understanding of the survivor-centred approach
• Proven experience in data compilation and analysis, capacity building, reporting, and external representation
• Excellent spoken and written English and Hausa, Kanuri is an added advantage
• Computer literacy: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• You must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria.

What We Offer

• Grade: B3
• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance and ICRC pension plan.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.
• A full-time, fixed-term contract (1year – renewable).
• The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool, be considered for future assignments elsewhere and experience different contexts, fields, and challenges.

Application Closing Date
10th December, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Send their Resume and a cover letter, valid license to practice (where relevant), and valid ID card to: ABJ_Recruitment_Services@icrc.org clearly indicating “ABJ202500560 ASVS MIU" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only applications submitted through the designated MS Form will be considered for this role
• Late applications will not be considered.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Equal opportunities shall be provided to all employees and applicants for employment based on their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, gender, nationality, status, disability etc. (The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment). We welcome applications from all qualified candidates;Female &People Living with Disabilityapplicants are encouraged to apply.
• ICRC will not request any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process.