Philippines: Protection Field Officer based in Cotabato (For Filipino Nationals only)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a Geneva-based humanitarian organization that protects and assists victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence without discrimination. It has been providing humanitarian aid in the Philippines for more than 70 years,with a permanent presence since 1982. The ICRC works closely with the Philippine Red Cross,its primary partner in the country.

Join the Protection team of an International humanitarian organization. The ICRC Mindanao sub-delegation is looking for:

PROTECTION FIELD OFFICER

(Based in Cotabato City)

The Protection Field Officer contributes to the implementation and monitoring of ICRC protection activities in North Cotabato, Maguindanao, Sultan Kudarat, South Cotabato, and Sarangani. These activities involve but are not limited to security analyses, detention visits, identification and documentation of protection concerns, follow-up with and support to victims of armed conflict and the presentation of the ICRC's mandate and the rules of war to relevant external actors. The ultimate purpose of this position is to help limit the impacts of armed conflict in the above-mentioned areas on the civilian population and other groups of persons not actively participating in the conflict.

MAIN TASKS

· Develops and strengthens a network of local interlocutors (civilians, authorities, weapon bearers, etc.) that can improve the ICRC’s acceptance and/or benefit the implementation of ICRC's mandate in general

· Monitors protection concerns, humanitarian needs, and consequences of armed conflicts on the civilian population and feeds relevant information to his/her line manager

· Assists in the planning and conducting of detention visits and follows up on detention issues, including collecting information and mobilizing relevant authorities, if required

· Opens, documents, and follows-up on individual protection-related cases under the supervision of his/her line manager

· Carries out operational and beneficiary communication sessions introducing the ICRC in general, its mandate, its protection activities, and the basics of international humanitarian law to relevant actors

REQUIRED PROFILE

A successful candidate should have:

· Minimum of three years’ humanitarian experience in the field

· University degree in related field and/or relevant work experience

· Ability to build positive relationships with high level of interpersonal skills

· Capacity to work autonomously but in close coordination with the direct supervisor

· High flexibility/adaptability

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks

· Good command of written and spoken English and ability to speak other dialects is an advantage

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office

A successful candidate may have:

· Experience in a similar function with an NGO/INGO

· Knowledge and understanding of the contextual complexities (regarding local culture and prevailing conflict dynamics).

The ICRC offers:

· Opportunities for advanced learning and development

· Compétitive compensation package

· A meaningful career within an international humanitarian set-up

Closing date of application: 06 November 2019**

Contract starts: As soon as possible **

Contract duration: Open-ended**

*Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until position is successfully filled. Recruitment may close before deadline of applications.

Qualified applicants are requested to send their comprehensive resume and cover letter and a copy of NBI clearance to dav_hr_services@icrc.org, with subject line: SURNAME First name – COT Protection Field Officer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

*Office Address*: Sunga Compound, Datu Udtog Matalam, RH 11, Cotabato City Philippines

To learn more about the ICRC in the Philippines, please visit our website www.icrc.org/ph and follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ICRCph.