protection field OfficerICRC

The Protection Field Officer contributes to the planning, implementation, and monitoring of ICRC's protection activities in ICRC Cotabato Sub-Delegation area of responsibility. S/he works under the supervision of the Protection Delegate and in collaboration with the ICRC team to respond to protection concerns arising from armed conflict in the specified areas.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in the assessment and monitoring of the humanitarian situation in the area as well as the general political/socio-economical/security situation
Assists in the planning and implementation of activities linked to the protection of civilians, missing persons and their families, and persons deprived of their liberty
Contributes to the ICRC's networking activities with various stakeholders
Promotes and disseminates about ICRC and about basic principles of international humanitarian law (IHL)
Regularly coordinates and collaborates with other ICRC departments for field activities
Coordinates with Philippine Red Cross (PRC) local chapters for joint activities
Prepares written reports on a periodic and activity basis
Establishes and maintains contacts with various groups, including individual beneficiaries, humanitarian organizations, and local authorities
Contributes to the formulation of strategies and plans of action,
Travels regularly within the assigned areas
Visits places of detention
REQUIRED PROFILE
University degree or equivalent in relevant field
At least 3 years experience in a similar field of activities
Good command of written and spoken English, Filipino, and spoken local languages (Maguindanao, Maranao, and Cebuano)
Good knowledge of the social, cultural, religious, and political environment of Central Mindanao
Comprehensive and accurate analytical skills
Skills for planning, organization, assessment, and program implementation
High level of negotiation and social skills
Flexibility to work several weeks in the field and travel to different areas
Ability to take initiative and work both in a team and with autonomy in a multidisciplinary approach
Ability to work under stressful and unstable conditions while maintaining patience, perseverance, and self-confidence
Awareness and respect of professional and institutional ethics, particularly with respect to confidentiality
Knowledge and understanding of the contextual complexities (regarding local culture and prevailing conflict dynamics)
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Cotabato City, Maguindanao
Permanent
Full-time