Swiss Red Cross
The SRC is supporting the Ukrainian Red Cross Society (URCS) in its humanitarian response in Ukraine. In order to lead the SRC’s sub-delegation in western Ukraine and its collaboration with Red Cross branches in Ivano-Frankivsk and Ternopil regions, we are looking for a Field Delegate based in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine.
What you will be doing
- Overall coordination and management of the SRC response in the two regions, ensuring performance and accountability for positive outcomes at all levels (partnerships, operations, systems and capacities)
- Participatory facilitation of planning, implementation and monitoring processes with the URCS branches and counterparts in Kyiv, and coordination with authorities, donor organizations and other relevant stakeholders (different Red Cross/Red Crescent actors, UN agencies, international/national NGOs, etc.)
- Coordination with the Country Coordinator and Headquarters of SRC, its partners and donors in country, and ensuring synergies with other Red Cross programs and projects in the two regions
- Managing the SRC sub-delegation and cooperation with partners’ staff, volunteers and technical experts; coaching and empowering involved SRC team members and counterparts from the URCS, civil society and government institutions towards sustainable achievement of the project goals
- Security management for the personnel and geographic area under the position’s responsibility
- Financial oversight and monitoring, supervision and reporting, and support to evaluations and audits
Your profile
- University degree in management, international cooperation, social sciences or a related discipline with min. 7 years of relevant professional experience
- Min. 5 years of experience in leading complex projects, teams and partnerships, preferably in humanitarian response or international cooperation
- Specific experience in transition countries (preferentially in Ukraine) is an asset
- Orientation towards solutions and results, along with excellent analytical and writing skills
- Strong interpersonal, intercultural, facilitation and communication skills and a participatory approach to team leadership
- Previous work experience in the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement is a strong advantage
- Proficiency in written and spoken English (C1); knowledge of Ukrainian/Russian language is an asset What you can expect
- 12-month-contract with the option of extension, starting on 15 February 2023 or as per mutual agreement
- Competitive salary, contribution to social insurances, R&R, travel expenses and contribution to accommodation
How to apply
Apply now We look forward to receiving your complete application (motivation letter, CV, and names of three referees who will be contacted if short-listed), for the attention of Ms Gusuma Luder until 15 January 2023 latest.