Field Team Leader

In close coordination with the Head of Operations, The Luzon-Visayas Field Team Leader (FTL) contributes to the Delegation’s Situation Analysis and operational strategies as they pertain to their area of responsibility (AoR).

In collaboration with the relevant coordinators, S/he oversees the design, implementation, and monitoring of humanitarian action plans, with a particular focus on Protection, Prevention, and Cooperation with Red Cross/Red Crescent partners responses. S/he represent the ICRC to various stakeholders, including military and civil authorities, community leaders, and affected populations.

Responsibilities

• Produces contextual (Political, conflict and humanitarian) analysis in the form of Problem Analysis and suggests related humanitarian actions plan.
• Organizes with certain level of autonomy ICRC projects and operational activities (Protection, Prevention, Assistance, Cooperation) in AoRs.
• Ensures close interaction and partner dynamics with Philippine Red Cross chapters for joint and/or complementary activities within the programme management cycle.
• Contributes to the delegation's dialogue with its network of interlocutors (authorities, arms carriers etc.) on protection concerns in accordance with the relevant strategies and objectives, to increase respect for international humanitarian law (IHL) and other standards.

Required profile

• Master in Political Sciences, Law, History or similar studies
• Good understanding of the ICRC mandates, its Operational modus operandi and RC/RC Movement.
• Previous field experiences in Visayas and/ or Luzon a strong asset.
• Good analytical, reporting, and external representation skills.
• Experience in People and multi-disciplinary teams Management.
• At least 5 years of professional experiences in the humanitarian sector is an asset.
• Fluency in English and Tagalog; fluency in Bicolano and Ilocano an asset

What we offer

• An opportunity to join the world's largest humanitarian organization.
• Competitive salary and social benefits
• Professional development and benefits package
• A multicultural team of humanitarian workers

How to apply

Qualified applicants are requested to submit their cover letter and resume until 29 November 2024*.

Work location: 17F NEX Tower 6786 Ayala Avenue, 1229 Makati City

Contract duration: Open-ended

Contract Start Date: January 2025

*Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is successfully filled.

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.

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