Somalia: HEAD OF SUB-OFFICE BOSAASO

The ICRC Somalia Delegation implements the institution's humanitarian activities in Somalia.

Based in Bosaaso, the Head of the sub-office is responsible for the entire area of Bari region covered by Bosaaso antenna. He/she represents the ICRC; facilitates and contributes to the identification of humanitarian problems and to the smooth implementation of activities;

Your Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains an extended network of contacts with, and represents the ICRC towards a wide range of interlocutors: local/regional authorities, humanitarian organisations, with a view to strengthen its acceptance, access and security.

• Contributes to the definition of the ICRC’s strategic orientations and facilitates the implementation of the organization’s objectives within the area of responsibility.

• Provides a timely analysis of the security environment and related risks & threats, proposes appropriate security measures and supervises their implementation.

• Participates in defining, implementing and monitoring of programmes within the Area of Responsibility.

• Ensures information flow within the sub-office in Bosaaso and with the office in Garowe.

• Provides reports and establishes statistical data related to antenna activities.

• Supervises and follows-up all administrative and financial matters.

• Maintains constructive relations with the Somali Red Crescent Society (SRCS) branch and sub-branches.

• Manages staff under his/her supervision, coaches and evaluates them.

• Manages the physical resources of the antenna; assets, equipment and material.

Your Profile

• University degree,

• 3-5 years’ work experience in a similar field,

• Fluent in written and spoken Somali and English with excellent communication skills,

• Excellent management, analytical and negotiation skills,

• Highly motivated and interested in the humanitarian sector,

• Very good knowledge of the political, social and cultural environment of the region,

• A strong sense of responsibility, commitment and work ethics.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment,

• Good Computer skills.

We Offer

• A dynamic and challenging work environment in the humanitarian and international environment;

• Training and development opportunities;

• A monthly gross salary of USD 1452 plus secondary benefits based on the ICRC Somalia Compensation and Benefits framework.

Apply now by sending your cover letter and CV addressed to the Human Resources Manager, ICRC Somalia Delegation, on the email address sok_hrrec_services@icrc.org. Your cover letter must state your current salary. The closing date is 13^th October 2017. Please indicate the position title in the subject line of your email message.

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 tosok_hrrec_services@icrc.org.