Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 25 Feb 2016
Background
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, with 190 member National Societies. As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, our work is guided by seven fundamental principles; humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.
Organizational Context
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC or “the Federation”) is the world’s largest volunteer-based humanitarian network. The Federation is a membership organisation established by and comprised of its member National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. Along with National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the Federation is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The overall aim of the IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by National Societies with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.” It works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during and after disasters, health emergencies and other crises. The Federation is served by a Secretariat based in Geneva, with regional and country offices throughout the world. The Secretariat is led by the IFRC Secretary General and provides the central capacity of the International Federation to serve, connect, and represent National Societies. The Secretariat’s focus includes providing support to the IFRC governance mechanisms; setting norms and standards; providing guidance; ensuring consistency, coordination, and accountability for performance; knowledge sharing; promoting collaboration within and respect for the RCRC Movement; and expanding engagement with partners. The Secretariat’s headquarters is organized in three main business groups: (i) Partnerships, including Movement and Membership; (ii) Programmes and Operations; and (iii) Management Services. The Migration team encompasses a Migration lead and four other staff members covering technical and policy functions as well as communication and programme management functions. The team is part of the Programmes and Operations division but works across several departments and sectors, providing direction, coordination and technical support to regional offices and National Societies (both directly and indirectly).
Job Purpose
The position holder will support the Migration lead in research, written communications and other administrative tasks in the frame of the Global Migration Plan and Task Force work-plan.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Contribute to writing, editing and proof-reading different forms of internal and external communications (power-point presentations, flyers, Task Force updates, statements, reports, proposal writing, etc.);
Carry-out research, desk studies and analysis as required, on specific migration-related topics;
Contribute to the organisation of workshops, training and other thematic events;
Contribute to the Migration collaborative platform, supporting content management and dissemination;
Support the Migration lead in administrative tasks as needed.
Education
University diploma in international relations, development law or related fields - required
Completed Master’s degree in International Law, Human Rights Law or International Relations - preferred
Experience
Relevant international experience
Working in international/multicultural context
Some experience in dealing with migration and displacement issues - preferred
Knowledge, skills and languages
Excellent writing, editing and proof-reading skills
Good research, data collection and analytical skills
Creative and results-oriented
Fluently spoken and written English
Good command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish or Arabic) - preferred
Comments
The Federation is an equal opportunity employer.
How to apply:
Please apply on the organisation's website: http://www.ifrc.org/en/who-we-are/working-with-us/current-vacancies/job-description/?id=2642