The IFRC Africa Regional Office is seeking a motivated and committed PGI Intern to support the implementation of Protection, Gender and Inclusion (PGI) initiatives across the region, with a special focus on the Children Affected by Armed Conflict (CAAC) project. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to regional PGI programming, gain hands-on experience in humanitarian... operations, and support institutional strengthening of National Societies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities


Assist in coordinating and monitoring regional PGI projects, including children affected in Armed Conflict (CAAC) initiatives.
Support documentation, reporting, and knowledge-sharing across National Societies and partners.
Contribute to the development of visibility and learning materials (e.g., case studies, human interest stories, tools).
Assist in organizing virtual and in-person trainings, consultations, and meetings.
Maintain PGI project data and support analysis of reports from National Societies.
Contribute to PGI-related events, safeguarding initiatives.


Duties applicable to all staff.


Work actively towards the achievement of the IFRC’s goals. 
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles.
Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager.


Education


Bachelor’s or master’s in international relations, Gender Studies, Humanitarian Affairs, Social Work, or a related field. Required.


Experience


Demonstrated interest in protection, gender, child rights, or humanitarian programming. Required.
Understanding on humanitarian operations, including with gender, protection, safeguarding or related specialized knowledge. Preferred.
Experience in data management, documentation and reporting. Required.
Experience in community Engagement. Preferred.
Experience in working on child programming. Required. more

Provide Design leadership across the IFRC-network,


Collaborate with National Societies, human centred design experts within and outside the IFRC network to strengthen design thinking and processes across the IFRC network.
Co-create design processes, tools and design principles and unified design language.
Facilitate training sessions on human-centered design to socialize the approach and... its benefits. Lead the development of a practice to analyze user insights from various disciplines and create a database of humanitarian design insights for future projects.
Promote design thinking and enhance design capabilities within the IFRC-membership network.
Develop procedures to ensure design experts are available on-call for time-bound support to National Societies and the Secretariat.


Deliver design services


Support product development teams in planning and integrating design work within their workplans, budgets, and performance metrics.
Plan and lead workshops to gather requirements using techniques to break down barriers, communicate better and generate new ideas.
Coordinate user research using methodologies such as user tests, in-depth interviews, focus groups, and surveys.
Identify key stakeholders, end-users, application focal points, including their motivations, working conditions, preferences to gather sufficient and relevant input for an efficient design.
Facilitate brainstorming sessions with cross-disciplinary teams to convert research findings into vision and design strategies.
Ensure projects are reviewed to ensure design requirements are implemented, and that design reviews are part of the end-user acceptance test.
Support and coach teams in design methodologies to make their products and services more user centric
Increase end-user and management satisfaction and acceptance of solutions.
Contribute to the building of an effective, high-quality, fit-for-purpose Digital Transformation Department
Grow human centered design practice and lead, manage members of growing team; this may include periodic or longer-term, directly or indirectly assigned staff from National Societies teams or external partners to work on digital products within the portfolio.
Managing consultants or suppliers attracted to deliver on above responsibilities.
Collaborate effectively with Secretariat’s Divisions’, DTD colleagues and IFRC-membership experts to fulfill key responsibilities, and to produce key deliverables successfully to ensure the effective delivery of objectives pertaining to the IFRC DT strategy, Agenda for Renewal and Strategy2030.
Act as the lead expert on human centred design within the IFRC-membership.
Partner with other colleagues with digital-related roles across the Secretariat.
Consult and advise stakeholders, including regional and divisional staff members; share expertise and knowledge freely as and where required. Provide training, documentation, etc., when required.
Be accountable to the Manager Digital Unit on progress made and delivery, providing data for reporting from the department.
Be a pro-active advisor and dynamic team member, supporting operational content areas and/or organizational change.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including peer organizations, participate in communities of practice and professional associations. Develop networking and exchange initiatives in order to keep abreast of emerging trends and integrate good design
IFRC (quality) standards and operating procedures: Ensures ITIL and IFRC quality standards are applied across all responsibility areas as relevant and performs duties in standard IFRC tools. Ensures availability and development of standard operating procedures and/or guidelines and required documentation is delivered and where relevant available into the Service Management Tool.


Duties applicable to all staff.


Actively work towards the achievement of the Federation Secretariat’s goals
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles
Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager
Do whatever it takes, with a positive can-do attitude to ensure success of the DT strategy, goals and objectives.


Education


University degree (or equivalent) in design (e.g. Industrial Design, Strategic Product Design, Human Centred Design, User Experience Design). Required.
Track record showing the capacity to use design to understand user needs and provide insights to project- and development teams in a easy to understand way to improve humanitarian products & processes, operations and decision-making and to scale Product adoption from local to global. Required.
Track record in working with cross-functional and development teams to integrate design into digital products. Required.
Design thinking or User Experience professional certification. Preferred.


Experience


A minimum of six years of relevant postgraduate design experience and at least 2 years of experience with managing people and teams. Required.
Experience within the RC RC Movement and/ or international humanitarian or development organisations. Preferred.
Experienced leader in design strategy, execution and tools with an ability to understand and articulate the desirability, viability and feasibility of solutions. Required.
Experience in researching, designing and proposing digital product and services, with mobile layouts in mind. Required.
Experience in formulation of digital product vision, impact and business value models. Required.
Experience in working in cross-functional teams. Required.
Experience in leading, coordinating and overseeing work by others, such as consultants or vendors. Required. more

Provide Design leadership across the IFRC-network,


Collaborate with National Societies, human centred design experts within and outside the IFRC network to strengthen design thinking and processes across the IFRC network.
Co-create design processes, tools and design principles and unified design language.
Facilitate training sessions on human-centered design to socialize the approach and... its benefits. Lead the development of a practice to analyze user insights from various disciplines and create a database of humanitarian design insights for future projects.
Promote design thinking and enhance design capabilities within the IFRC-membership network.
Develop procedures to ensure design experts are available on-call for time-bound support to National Societies and the Secretariat.
Deliver design services
Support product development teams in planning and integrating design work within their workplans, budgets, and performance metrics.
Plan and lead workshops to gather requirements using techniques to break down barriers, communicate better and generate new ideas.
Coordinate user research using methodologies such as user tests, in-depth interviews, focus groups, and surveys.
Identify key stakeholders, end-users, application focal points, including their motivations, working conditions, preferences to gather sufficient and relevant input for an efficient design.
Facilitate brainstorming sessions with cross-disciplinary teams to convert research findings into vision and design strategies.
Ensure projects are reviewed to ensure design requirements are implemented, and that design reviews are part of the end-user acceptance test.
Support and coach teams in design methodologies to make their products and services more user centric
Increase end-user and management satisfaction and acceptance of solutions.


Job Duties and Responsibilities (continued)


Contribute to the building of an effective, high-quality, fit-for-purpose Digital Transformation Department
Grow human centered design practice and lead, manage members of growing team; this may include periodic or longer-term, directly or indirectly assigned staff from National Societies teams or external partners to work on digital products within the portfolio.
Managing consultants or suppliers attracted to deliver on above responsibilities.
Collaborate effectively with Secretariat’s Divisions’, DTD colleagues and IFRC-membership experts to fulfill key responsibilities, and to produce key deliverables successfully to ensure the effective delivery of objectives pertaining to the IFRC DT strategy, Agenda for Renewal and Strategy2030.
Act as the lead expert on human centred design within the IFRC-membership.
Partner with other colleagues with digital-related roles across the Secretariat.
Consult and advise stakeholders, including regional and divisional staff members; share expertise and knowledge freely as and where required. Provide training, documentation, etc., when required.
Be accountable to the Manager Digital Unit on progress made and delivery, providing data for reporting from the department.
Be a pro-active advisor and dynamic team member, supporting operational content areas and/or organizational change.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including peer organizations, participate in communities of practice and professional associations. Develop networking and exchange initiatives in order to keep abreast of emerging trends and integrate good design
IFRC (quality) standards and operating procedures: Ensures ITIL and IFRC quality standards are applied across all responsibility areas as relevant and performs duties in standard IFRC tools. Ensures availability and development of standard operating procedures and/or guidelines and required documentation is delivered and where relevant available into the Service Management Tool.


Duties applicable to all staff.


Actively work towards the achievement of the Federation Secretariat’s goals
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles
Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager
Do whatever it takes, with a positive can-do attitude to ensure success of the DT strategy, goals and objectives.
Education
University degree (or equivalent) in design (e.g. Industrial Design, Strategic Product Design, Human Centred Design, User Experience Design). Required.
Track record showing the capacity to use design to understand user needs and provide insights to project- and development teams in a easy to understand way to improve humanitarian products & processes, operations and decision-making and to scale Product adoption from local to global. Required.
Track record in working with cross-functional and development teams to integrate design into digital products. Required.
Design thinking or User Experience professional certification. Preferred.


Experience


A minimum of six years of relevant postgraduate design experience and at least 2 years of experience with managing people and teams. Required.
Experience within the RC RC Movement and/ or international humanitarian or development organisations. Preferred.
Experienced leader in design strategy, execution and tools with an ability to understand and articulate the desirability, viability and feasibility of solutions. Required.
Experience in researching, designing and proposing digital product and services, with mobile layouts in mind. Required.
Experience in formulation of digital product vision, impact and business value models. Required.
Experience in working in cross-functional teams. Required.
Experience in leading, coordinating and overseeing work by others, such as consultants or vendors. Required. more

The Senior Communications Officer, under the direction of the Regional Communications Manager - Africa, and as part of IFRC’s global communications team, will coordinate communications and media activities ensuring that timely information is provided to Movement partners and the media. They will also be responsible for coordinating communications resources on the ground ensuring that regular and... quality communications materials are produced and distributed to highlight the humanitarian situation, needs on the ground and Red Cross Red Crescent operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Communications strategy development and execution


Develop and implement integrated communications strategies and campaigns aligned with IFRC’s strategic priorities and global objectives.
Work collaboratively with internal teams, National Societies, and external partners to ensure consistency and alignment in messaging.
Identify and leverage key moments, trends, and opportunities to maximize IFRC’s impact.


Content Development and Management


Gather and disseminate accurate, compelling, and timely information on humanitarian operations to IFRC global communications teams and National Societies.
Oversee the production of high-quality communications and campaign materials, including press releases, op-eds, videos, infographics, and social media content, ensuring alignment with IFRC’s brand guidelines.
Capture and edit audio-visual materials guided by IFRC’s ethical and editorial standards, ensuring proper documentation of all materials.
Develop and share engaging narrative content tailored for diverse audiences and communication channels.


Stakeholder Engagement


Foster strong relationships with National Societies, media outlets, and other partners to amplify IFRC’s impact and reach.
Support high-level visits and media-related requests, including coordinating press events and managing spokespersons.
Represent IFRC in external forums and events, positioning the organization as a leading humanitarian actor.
Support National Societies in planning and implementing targeted communication strategies to enhance visibility and fundraising efforts.


Media Relations


Proactively engage with local and international media, pitch story ideas, coordinate interviews, and facilitate media visits to field operations.
Monitor local media and social media to stay abreast of developments and trends, using feedback from affected communities to inform communications.
Respond to media requests promptly, particularly regarding audio-visual content and urgent humanitarian updates.


Monitoring and Evaluation


Track and analyze campaign performance metrics, preparing regular reports and actionable insights.
Use data to refine strategies and optimize communications and campaign effectiveness.
Document best practices and lessons learned to enhance future campaign planning and execution.


Crisis and Reputational Risk Management


Anticipate, identify, and address potential reputational risks, working with regional and global communications teams to implement appropriate responses.
Ensure the safety of IFRC and National Society staff and volunteers in media engagements and maintain ethical standards in all communications.


Duties Applicable to all staff


Actively work towards the achievement of the Federation Secretariat’s goals.
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles.
Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager.


Education


University degree in journalism, communications, marketing or international policies. 
IFRC Emergency Communications training. Preferred.
Basic Delegated Training Course or IMPACT. FACT, ERU or RDRT Training or equivalent experience. Preferred.


Experience


At least 5 years of experience working as a journalist/press officer and/or Communications officer. 
Ability to independently deliver a range of compelling communications content from the field including news stories, social media content and AV materials. 
Experience in managing communication issues in complex and delicate situations. 
Experience in building and maintaining media relations and contacts. 
Experience in emergency response. 
Red Cross and Red Crescent experience. 


Knowledge, Skills and Languages


Knowledge of humanitarian affairs. 
Strong spoken and written English including proven experience in drafting compelling communications content for a variety of communications channels. 
Self-supporting in IT. 
Demonstrated understanding and use of social media for communications and advocacy purposes. 
Comfortable working and communicating with National Societies in a diverse environment. 
Ability to negotiate with varying partners. 
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure. 
Analytical skills. 
Fluently spoken and written English. 
Good command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish or Arabic) or Russian. Preferred. more

Job Purpose

Supporting the Regional Communications team in Nairobi, the ideal candidate will be responsible produce engaging, interactive, and innovative content for various projects, proposal and appeals for internal and external stakeholders and partners.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

Brainstorming, researching, and creating story boards to communicate IFRC’s work, both written and... multimedia.
Apply technical skills with video, audio, and photo editing software (i.e., Premiere and After Effects, Photoshop, Motion) to produce projects.
Follow templates for visual/video/audio deliverables.
Edit video and photo content.
Supporting team members for shoots both in office and on-location
Catalog and organize footage on the IFRC Shared server.
Sources video/audio assets needed for projects.
Contribute to the development of visual communications products such as PowerPoint presentations, reports and other visual media including infographics, social media assets, brochures etc.
Participate in team meetings, prepare minutes, and help to coordinate follow-up activities.

Duties applicable to all staff

Actively work towards the achievement of the Federation Secretariat’s Agenda for Renewal in implementing Strategy 2030.
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles.
Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager.

Education

Enrolment in or Completion of a University Degree in journalism, communications, graphic design, broadcast journalism. Required.

Experience

Production of audio-visual projects for impact. Required.
Digital design and/or print experience. Required.
Experience of community engagement programming preferred. Preferred.
Broad understanding of Red Cross Red Crescent policies and activities. Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Languages

Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Required.
Proficiency in video, audio, and photo editing software (i.e. Premiere and After Effects, Photoshop, Motion). Required.
Self-supporting in computer skills. Required.
Fluently spoken and written English. Required.

Competencies, Values and Comments

Core Competencies: Communication; Collaboration and teamwork; Judgement and decision making; National society and customer relations; Creativity and innovation; Building trust.
Values: Respect for diversity; Integrity; Professionalism; Accountability. more

Job Purpose
Support the Regional Security Unit in the coordination of security risk management across Africa region to ensure all IFRC (and other RCRC) personnel, assets, and operations are adequately protected, and to enable business operations even in the most complex environments.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Analysis and Planning

Carry out security risk assessments, including field... security assessments, across Africa region.
Support in the development of risk management measures across Africa region.
Coordinate security information with the Security Manager that requires threat and risk analysis for potential direct or indirect impact to IFRC personnel and operations within the region.
Prepare and submit security clearance for movement of personnel requests.
Support IFRC business continuity planning during major events (e.g. national elections).
Assess the risks of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA).
Provide technical advice on security and support the inclusion of security in all activities and programmes.

Incident and Emergency Response

Respond 24/7 to IFRC or RCRC-related security incidents/emergencies/crises to safeguard personnel, assets, and operations.
Ensure any internal/external security related-incident or emergency is immediately and adequately reported to the Security Manager/Security Unit/Regional Director.
Evaluate and record IFRC security incidents and identify incident/threat/risk patterns or trends.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Compliance

Monitor and analyze the local and regional security situation.
Monitor and evaluate IFRC’s Minimum Security Requirement (MSR) compliance in the Africa Region, and support in the development of MSRs.
Provide security surge support outside of the designated Duty Station as required.

Training and Development

Brief IFRC and other RCRC personnel or visitors/guests in matters of security risk management, including but not limited to arrival briefings, event briefings, special mission briefings, and VIP briefings.
Conduct emergency drills, including but not limited to building evacuations.
Support in the provision of security and safety trainings to IFRC, African National Societies or other RCRC personnel.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (continued)
Liaison and Coordination

Liaise and coordinate with African and other RCRC national societies in matters of security risk management in Africa region.
Liaise and coordinate with relevant security bodies in the ICRC, United Nations, and international NGOs in Africa region.
Liaise with relevant government authorities, e.g. military, police, and intelligence agencies, in Africa region.

Administration

Supervise and ensure that contracted guard force in Kenya undertakes its duties as per requirements on a 24/7 basis.
Liaise and coordinate with contract guard force provider to ensure full compliance as per established service provider contract.
Monitor Regional Office security contracts and move forward with close-out, extension, or renewal accordingly.
Maintain records for correspondence and documentation in relation to established contracts and those in progress.
Conduct physical security assessment of offices and accommodation to ensure compliance to IFRC’s Minimum Security Requirements.
Maintain and update the list of staff residences.
Arrange for installation and uninstallation of security alarm equipment, provision of smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in delegates’ residences and the office.
Ensure, CCTV cameras, alarm system and fire safety equipment are serviced accordingly.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Security Manager, Africa.

Education

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in security, risk management, criminology, or other relevant fields. Required.
Successfully completed the Stay Safe e-learning courses (3 Levels). Required.

Experience

Minimum 5 years’ experience in security management and field experience. Required.
Working experience in a humanitarian organization. Required.
First-hand experience with IFRC security management system. Preferred.
Experience working in a Red Cross Red Crescent National Society and/or IFRC/ICRC. Preferred.
Training and human resources management experience. Required.
In-country contextual understanding and operational experience. Required.

Knowledge, Skills and Languages

Good communication skills. Required.
Good analytical skills in political, socioeconomics and security areas. Required.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. Required.
Good stress management skills. Required.
Self-supporting in computers [Microsoft Office, database, e-mail (Outlook) etc.]. Required.
Valid driving license (light vehicles). Required.
Languages Required Preferred. Required.
Fluently spoken and written English. Required.
Knowledge of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish, Arabic or Portuguese). Preferred.
Other languages: Kiswahili and preferably other local languages. Required. more

Job Purpose
The Senior Information Technology officer is the Regional Office focal person for all day to day IT operational matters and works closely with the global IT service center in Budapest. This includes ensuring optimal functioning of the IT infrastructure and availability of all relevant IT services.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Resource Management

Monitor network infrastructure... to ensure proper network functionality and availability to all system users and take lead in proposing areas of improvement. Manage user mail accounts and other online user application systems ensuring that they are setup and working properly.
Provide support in the implementation /rollout of global IT systems projects in the region taking into account cost, scope and timelines.
Provide technical support in IT procurements in the region ensuring the organization gets value for money on all IT investments. Maintain and manage inventory of IT & telecommunications equipment, according to IFRC standards, to meet the usual and surge response requirements
Establish an efficient business continuity plan by ensuring an effective functioning of IT & telecommunications equipment and carrying out efficient preventive maintenance (this may include installation, maintenance and repair telecommunications and computer equipment)
Manage all IT and Telecom resources that are deployed during operations and training in the Disaster response unit and ensure that their tasks are performed in accordance with the regional strategy.
Supervise and carry out Installation , maintenance , troubleshooting , and repairing of cabled, wireless and other network infrastructure services.
Manage existing and new servers and administer access rights for all users in the Africa Region taking into account all laid down procedures and policies.
Setup and organize training of staff on office telephone system and other modes of audio/video communication.
Operate an IT helpdesk by rendering prompt, professional and friendly assistance to users who report different ICT incidences and problems.
Tracking and updating IT inventory, completing the IT item damage report, and managing the handover of IT assets in conjunction with the IFRC staff Policy and procedures.
Install new software release, system upgrades, evaluate and install patches and resolve software related problems according to Federation standards.

Building Partnerships and coordinate IT projects

Strengthen the relationships with operations and services staff in the region to represent business needs, identify needs and technology gaps.
Support operations and services staff on the opportunities, security and requirements of IT systems to safeguard organizational data.
Monitor projects and plans and developments across IFRC to inform and advise other departments in best and most efficient use of IT systems and resources.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (continued)

Strengthen the working relations external Service providers, other stakeholders and the Administration department to ensure to the extent possible, uninterrupted power supply to the computer architecture at the region and to ensure uninterrupted internet connectivity.
Provide seamless IT support to the other county cluster and country offices to improve service delivery.
Monitor and ensure that all IT related Service level Agreements (SLAs) with suppliers are met to help ensure the organization gets value for money.
Provide technical support on various IT projects as may be assigned.

Mobile Telecoms and Security access

Develop a system for proper maintenance of all office IT equipment including photocopier and office IT consumables and supervise external stakeholders in cases where services are outsourced.
Coordinate the management of telephone services with the services providers including direct lines and the mobile handsets monitoring monthly costs.
Manage the office access system ensuing timely provision of the access cards and security access codes and advice on any reviews as and when necessary.
Develop a plan to manage telephone bill costs for both in country and roaming services with an intention of reducing the overall cost.
Facilitate staff training to both improve on the communication processes, manage communication cost and IT related consumables costs.

Strategic Responsibilities

Track new technology developments among staff and within the Region and IT sector; maintain personally an up-to-date professional understanding at the policy and strategic level, of the substantive content of the specific activities covered by the department.
In close collaboration with the Manager, Information Technology and Digital Transformation Services and Support, Africa Information Systems Manager, analyze the existing skills, identify further skill requirements and provide the necessary support, development and training for the secretariat and the NSs in the region.
Carry out continuous market information systems review and technology trends with an intention of recommending the latest technologies and areas of improvement to management.

Emergency Preparedness and Response

Develop and maintain a network of IT and Telecoms resources for disaster response/preparedness activities of the Federation, and to assist in National Society capacity building.
Be part of the team within the Region for IT & Telecom emergency preparedness and response.

Education

Recognized professional qualification in the area of engineering, telecommunications, electronics, computer science or equivalent technology work. Required.
University degree, in Engineering, computer sciences discipline. Required.

Experience

5 years minimum of work in computer systems (LAN, WAN TCP/IP connectivity, E-mail, application and user support domains). Required.
5 years minimum of work in radio communication technologies (VHF, HF) and satellites (VSAT). Preferred.
Minimum of 3 years work experience with the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement or with other international organizations, large NGOs and/or governmental development agencies. Preferred
Experience of project management within Information Technology. Required.
Experience in providing training and facilitating workshops. Required.
Proven people management skills; management of a team with a minimum of 1 staff members. Required.
Experience working in a change management situation, preferably as an active participant in that change. Required.

Knowledge, Skills and Languages

Ability to lead and manage in a diverse cultural context. Required.
Strong knowledge of information sharing tools, and the ability to implement them. Required.
Highly organized, with ability to create unified team approach. Required.
Strong negotiation, collaboration and influencing skills. Required.
Service minded, ability to lead, delegate and manage from distance. Required.
Expertise with systems and applications such as: Network components, e-mail systems, Client/Server systems, ISPs & IP connectivity, applications, hardware (Current are predominately Microsoft, HP, Dell and Cisco based). Required.
Excellent skills in wireless technologies, including HF and VHF radio. Required.
Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including the ability to lead within a matrix management structure and utilize talent and experience of team members in a productive way. Required.
Demonstrated track record in innovating, contributing to a learning culture, sharing knowledge and new approaches to engaging partners. Required.
Professional credibility, able to work effectively at all levels across the organization. Required.
Proven good judgment and ability to work with complete integrity and confidentiality, acting as a model of highest integrity in personal capacity and at team level. Required.
High degree of discretion, tact and sensitivity in dealing with internal and external clients and stakeholders at all levels. Required.
Ability to work within a multi-cultural, multilingual, multidisciplinary environment. Required.
Budget and finance management. Preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. Required.
Fluently spoken and written English. Required.
Good command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish, Arabic or Russian). Preferred. more

Job Purpose
Support the Regional Security Unit in the coordination of security risk management across Africa region to ensure all IFRC (and other RCRC) personnel, assets, and operations are adequately protected, and to enable business operations even in the most complex environments.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Analysis and Planning

Carry out security risk assessments, including field... security assessments, across Africa region.
Support in the development of risk management measures across Africa region.
Coordinate security information with the Security Manager that requires threat and risk analysis for potential direct or indirect impact to IFRC personnel and operations within the region.
Prepare and submit security clearance for movement of personnel requests.
Support IFRC business continuity planning during major events (e.g. national elections).
Assess the risks of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA).
Provide technical advice on security and support the inclusion of security in all activities and programmes.

Incident and Emergency Response

Respond 24/7 to IFRC or RCRC-related security incidents/emergencies/crises to safeguard personnel, assets, and operations.
Ensure any internal/external security related-incident or emergency is immediately and adequately reported to the Security Manager/Security Unit/Regional Director.
Evaluate and record IFRC security incidents and identify incident/threat/risk patterns or trends.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Compliance

Monitor and analyze the local and regional security situation.
Monitor and evaluate IFRC’s Minimum Security Requirement (MSR) compliance in the Africa Region, and support in the development of MSRs.
Provide security surge support outside of the designated Duty Station as required.

Training and Development

Brief IFRC and other RCRC personnel or visitors/guests in matters of security risk management, including but not limited to arrival briefings, event briefings, special mission briefings, and VIP briefings.
Conduct emergency drills, including but not limited to building evacuations.
Support in the provision of security and safety trainings to IFRC, African National Societies or other RCRC personnel.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (continued)
Liaison and Coordination

Liaise and coordinate with African and other RCRC national societies in matters of security risk management in Africa region.
Liaise and coordinate with relevant security bodies in the ICRC, United Nations, and international NGOs in Africa region.
Liaise with relevant government authorities, e.g. military, police, and intelligence agencies, in Africa region.

Administration

Supervise and ensure that contracted guard force in Kenya undertakes its duties as per requirements on a 24/7 basis.
Liaise and coordinate with contract guard force provider to ensure full compliance as per established service provider contract.
Monitor Regional Office security contracts and move forward with close-out, extension, or renewal accordingly.
Maintain records for correspondence and documentation in relation to established contracts and those in progress.
Conduct physical security assessment of offices and accommodation to ensure compliance to IFRC’s Minimum Security Requirements.
Maintain and update the list of staff residences.
Arrange for installation and uninstallation of security alarm equipment, provision of smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in delegates’ residences and the office.
Ensure, CCTV cameras, alarm system and fire safety equipment are serviced accordingly.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Security Manager, Africa.

Education

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in security, risk management, criminology, or other relevant fields. Required.
Successfully completed the Stay Safe e-learning courses (3 Levels). Required.

Experience

Minimum 5 years’ experience in security management and field experience. Required.
Working experience in a humanitarian organization. Required.
First-hand experience with IFRC security management system. Preferred.
Experience working in a Red Cross Red Crescent National Society and/or IFRC/ICRC. Preferred.
Training and human resources management experience. Required.
In-country contextual understanding and operational experience. Required.

Knowledge, Skills and Languages

Good communication skills. Required.
Good analytical skills in political, socioeconomics and security areas. Required.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. Required.
Good stress management skills. Required.
Self-supporting in computers [Microsoft Office, database, e-mail (Outlook) etc.]. Required.
Valid driving license (light vehicles). Required.
Languages Required Preferred. Required.
Fluently spoken and written English. Required.
Knowledge of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish, Arabic or Portuguese). Preferred.
Other languages: Kiswahili and preferably other local languages. Required. more

Job Purpose
To provide a timely and reliable service to the IFRC Africa office through the development and maintenance of an effective risk information, analysis and alerting system for the IFRC Regional Office and Delegations. Specifically, the Risk & Vulnerability Analyst is accountable for the further development and maintenance of IFRC’s risk assessment and action planning, development of... systems and tools which promote risk-informed action and managing partnerships with academic and technical partners to enhance digital risk analysis capacities. 

The R&V Analyst will also support the development of climate models and supporting the development of climate models and triggers for early warning and early action. The R&V analyst will support vulnerability capacity assessments at community level, to better tailor actions as per the existing vulnerabilities and coping capacities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Expand IFRC’s risk assessment and action planning, through:

Set-up a system to identify and analyse risks with the Africa Region (seasonal and imminent)
Strengthening the connection between community-, national- and global risk data/analysis (e.g. EVCA, national FbF (Forecast-based Financing) mapping and global INFORM WARNING) through enhancement of systems and risk data
Supporting the training and roll out of eVCA tools across the region
Integration of risk analysis, early warning and forecasting into National Society capacity strengthening initiatives, in particular Preparedness for Effective Response (PER) and DREF/Forecast based Action (FbA).
Support the development of Climate models and triggers for early warning and early action
review of Forecast-based Action EAPs, advising specifically around the use of risk data;
Contribute to and advise the learning and feedback process for Forecast-based Action plans and implementation;
Support the R&V team in effectively managing risk information generated through IFRC activities: Forecast based Action, Flood Resilience, Enhanced Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment, RoadMap to Community Resilience, etc.

Enhance the inclusion of risk and early warning capacities on the GO Platform:

Support the development of the GO (phase 4) module for risk and early warning;
Support the implementation of a system for collating and presenting existing hazard, exposure, vulnerability and capacity information (including simple mapping) based on Enhanced Vulnerability and Capacity Assessments, resilience measurements and other risk indices and relevant products/documents;
Regularly maintain and update risk-related data sets for the country and region
Maintain the implementation of the historic crisis databank, to include relevant data on seasonal risks, such as meteorological hazards, political events, historical crisis trends etc;

Development and maintenance of academic partnerships to enhance IFRC risk analysis capacities:

Work with academic partners to develop research themes and projects to address humanitarian challenges;
Engage with the Africa Union Continental Risk Watch, to cross-share risks, streamline systems and extend support

Collaboration with D&C colleagues:

Work in close collaboration with the Information Management Team in Geneva on the overall workflow and use of risk data through GO platform and related analytical frameworks created by the IFRC;
Work in close collaboration with R&V team in Geneva, in particular the two Resilience Coordinators, the FbF Senior Officer, Flood Resilience Senior Officer and Climate Change Coordinator.

Education

Relevant post-graduate university degree in Disaster Risk Management or equivalent qualification. Required
Basic Delegates Training Course (BTC), WORC, IMPACT or equivalent knowledge. Required

Experience

At least 5 years of international experience in humanitarian sector technical level related to Disaster Risk Management programming, institutional preparedness capacity strengthening initiatives, emergency response operations or EWEA systems. Required
Experience in developing emergency response plans, DREF applications or anticipatory action plans. Preferred
Experience working with Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies. Preferred
Experience working for a humanitarian or development organization in the Africa region. Preferred
Good understanding of the IFRC policies, system, and procedures. Required
Experience in coordinating with multiple stakeholders, including authorities and other humanitarian actors. Required
Experience managing projects including programmatic and financial aspects. Required

Knowledge, Skills and Languages

Excellent communication and facilitation skills. Required
Well-organized, with very good planning and time management skills. Required
Self-supporting in computers (MS Office, , spread sheets, word-processing, data analytics, presentations, etc.). Required
Fluent spoken and written English. Required
Good command of another IFRC official language (French). Preferred

Competencies, Values and Comments

Values: Respect for diversity; Integrity; Professionalism; Accountability.
Core competencies: Communication; Collaboration and teamwork; Judgement and decision making; National society and customer relations; Creativity and innovation; Building trust.
Functional competencies: Strategic orientation; Building alliances; Leadership; Empowering others. more

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