About US:
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral and independent international humanitarian organisation, which assists and protects victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Actively promote International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and relevant Human Rights (HR) Law (40%): In collaboration with the ICRC Regional Legal Advisor based in Nairobi, he/she:
· Liaise with relevant authorities for the promotion of IHL at the national level.
· Coordinate with law schools to strengthen IHL teaching Organize dissemination sessions, round tables, conferences and other forums on IHL and HR.
2. Environment scanning and media networking (25%)
· Actively monitor the media – print, electronic and social media, and other sources to analyse and advise management on relevant trends and developments, both local and regional, that may have an impact on the humanitarian situation Network with media
· Identify, develop and maintain contacts with local, regional and international media who can play a role in the promotion of the basic principles of humanity, IHL and relevant Human Rights Law.
· Significantly contribute to the delegation’s public communication, such as news releases, features, stories from the field etc.
3. Produce and manage Red Cross communication materials (20%)
· Produce Red Cross communication materials – digital, electronic and print.
· Manage the ICRC publications and other communication tools.
4. Work in liaison with Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) on the programmes supported by the ICRC (15%)
· Actively contribute to the planning, implementation and monitoring of the Communication – Dissemination activities of the URCS.
· Ensure implementation of activities and comply with the ICRC’s standard procedures.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Political Science, International Law, Communication or other Degree in humanities. Any academic specialisation or Masters in International Humanitarian Law or Human Right Law or minimum 6 months on-the-job exposure to this body of law is an asset.
· At least two to three years ‘ experience in Public relations, Journalism, Communication or as an Officer in an international Organisation dealing with similar tasks as outlined above.
· Computer skills, especially in word processors, spreadsheets and Power point.
· Excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills Sense of responsibility and ability to take initiative and to work independently
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to coach and motivate
· Flexible and able to work within deadlines Ability to represent the Institution with external stakeholders (Local /Regional authorities; Religious leaders and Humanitarian actors etc.)
· Proficient reporting skills
· Willingness to travel extensively and work in different areas of the country, periodically.
· Good team player
· Fluent communication skills and command of spoken and written English. Knowledge in Swahili and any other language will be an added value.
How to Apply:
All qualified and interested candidates should send their handwritten applications with a detailed CV indicating email and phone contacts, copies (not originals) of academic and work certificates, indicating a minimum of two professional referees clearly marked “Communication Officer” and addressed to the Administrator in a sealed envelope should be delivered to the following address: ICRC Kampala Office on Plot 8, John Babiiha Avenue, Kololo, P.O. Box 4442, Kampala. Uganda. Please register your application with the Receptionist (or Security guard, during out of office hours) and receive a reference number for tracking your application.
Deadline: Friday 20th November 2015