RESTORING FAMILY LINKS OFFICER
NAIROBI
About the Job
The Restoring Family Links (RFL) Officer contributes to the implementation and monitoring of ICRC RFL activities in Somalia.
This is a national/resident position based in Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Contributes to the identification of RFL issue, monitoring and follow up of cases
· Supports field visits including technical accompaniment to SRCS RFL offices and ICRC teams as needed
· Ensures that proper flow of information and follow up of individual tracing cases are done in timely manner and on monthly basis
· Is the focal person for the tracing program at the field level, validating cases, sharing working lists with SRCS RFL Coordinators and ensuring that enquirers are re-contacted after 6 months
· Participates when required in internal and external meetings relating to RFL
· Analyses data and contributes to written reports as required; participates in planning, budgeting and monitoring and evaluation exercises related to RFL
Minimum qualifications and required competencies
· Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Political Science or any other related field of study
· 4 years’ experience in a busy humanitarian environment focusing on Protection or Human Rights activities
· Experience in fostering a constructive working environment for the team members
· Ability to work independently and in a multicultural environment
· Excellent organizational and communication skills
· High level of confidentiality
· Excellent command of written and spoken English and Somali
· Proficiency in MS Office Suite
We Offer
· A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization
· Training and development opportunities
· A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework
How to apply:
Apply by sending your cover letter and CV addressed to the Human Resources Manager, ICRC Somalia Delegation, on the email address sokrecruitment@icrc.org. Your cover letter must indicate your current salary and expected salary range. The closing date is 15th June 2021**.** Clearly indicate the position title Restoring Family Links Officer, Nairobi in the subject line of your email.
Email Address: sokrecruitment@icrc.org
NOTE THAT ONLY EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Any enquiries about the position should be addressed to *sokrecruitment@icrc.org.***
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