Communication Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Based in Nairobi or Mogadishu, the Communication Officer implements and monitors communication programs in Somalia. He/she develops projects and specific assignments to be handled and streamlines plans of action.

• Your Responsibilities
• Implements and monitors operational communication and community engagement projects;
• Contributes to the development and production of communication tools, including publications, MS Power Point presentations and audio visual material;
• Supports the Somali Red Crescent Society (SRCS) Communications department in design and implementation of operational and organizational development, including risk assessment, planning and budgeting;
• Organizes dissemination sessions, presentations, trainings and other events;
• Ensures smooth running of communication activities and independently uses his/her judgment to solve arising issues;
• Maintains and develops contacts with target groups, including local authorities, learning institutions, organized youth groups and beneficiaries;
• Provides written and oral translation/interpretation during meetings/communication sessions;
• Produces analytical reports on operational communication;
• Presents and explains the ICRC mandate, principles and activities implemented in Somalia;
• Contributes to annual planning and budgetary processes within the department;
• Supports other departments on communication issues.

Your Profile

• University degree in Law, Communications , Public Relations, International Relations or related field(s);
• At least 5 years’ experience in communications in a humanitarian environment;
• Excellent communication skills in English and Somali languages;
• A high level of computer literacy;
• Excellent analytical, networking and presentation skills;
• Proven planning and organization skills;
• Excellent knowledge of the International Humanitarian Law (IHL);
• Good knowledge of the ICRC mandate and activities and the ICRC humanitarian partnership policy with operating National Societies (an added advantage).

Specificities

• If Nairobi-based, the job holder will be expected to have 70% travel to Somalia.
• If Mogadishu-based, the job holder will have 70% travel within Somalia.

We Offer

• A dynamic and challenging work setting in the humanitarian environment;
• Training and development opportunities; A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework.