Country: France
Closing date: 28 Aug 2016
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), a neutral and independent humanitarian
organization, has a vacancy at its Regional Delegation in Paris office for a resident position:
Restoring Family Links (RFL) Regional Officer (M/F)
Summary of the position
The RFL Regional Officer is in charge of implementing the operational aspect of the RFL file, under
the supervision of the Head of RFL.
S/he supports the ICRC Paris Regional Delegation to implement its objectives in terms of RFL,
provides technical advices, guidance and support to RFL services of the National Societies (NSs) of
the countries covered by the Delegation. S/he is in charge to ensure the smooth implementation of
field activities defined together with the Head of RFL and the Protection Coordinator.
The RFL Regional Officer gives special attention to the NSs of the Southern part of the Mediterranean,
in particular Italy, Malta, Spain and potentially Cyprus which are at the front line of the influx of
migrants trying to reach Europe.
In order for the selected candidate to be fully operational in a short time-frame, a previous
working experience with the Red Cross/Red Crescent movement is mandatory for this position.
Main responsibilities
1) Implement RFL activities in the countries covered by the Delegation,
2) Conduct regular field visits to advise the Regional Delegation in reviewing RFL needs and
operational practices, to assess the RFL needs along with the national societies along the
migratory trail and during humanitarian emergencies providing advices to ICRC structures and
National Societies concerned to establish or enhance priorities, strategies and plans of action
accordingly.
3) Provide and initiate RFL training sessions as well as design, review, and (when needed)
harmonize the RFL training curricula provided by the ICRC and participate as well in the
elaboration and improvement of the NSs’ ones
4) Analyze the situation, with the aim of orienting the strategy
5) Coach and train the staff of National Societies
6) Represent and promote the ICRC externally
Ideal profile
Master level or equivalent
Minimum 2 years’ experience within the RC/RC Movement (in the field of RFL preferred)
Excellent oral and written French skills. Very good level of English oral and written. Another
language an asset.
Organizational and analytical skills needed
Team player and reactive
Eager to travel (min. 50% of the time will be out of office)
This position is a resident position. Salary conditions are based on the remuneration package of the
ICRC Paris delegation. Applicants should be employable in France as the ICRC will not facilitate these
formalities.
Beginning of contract : ASAP (26 September 2016 latest)
Date of interview (in Paris or by Skype) : 8 September 2016
Application Deadline: 28 August 2016
How to apply:
Please send your application (CV + Letter of motivation) to David Le Carré : dlecarre@icrc.org