Detention Field Officer/ Assistant in the program of cooperation with penitentiary services - Kyiv - 868400 in International Committee of the Red Cross

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has some 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. Currently, we have over 900 team members working across the county in various professional fields. 

About the job 

The ICRC Protection Unit is seeking a highly capable Detention Field Officer to join our team in Kyiv. In close cooperation with the team members and line managers, the Detention Field Office will contribute to implementing the ICRC’s detention activities in Ukraine in terms of improvement of detainees condition of detention by supporting and participating in defined activities per the delegation’s strategy, objectives, and action plan. The Detention Field Officer will develop and maintain contacts with authorities and other actors, contributing to good collaboration between the ICRC, official authorities, and other international organizations. S/he implements and follows up activities to support the ICRC’s detention activities in Ukraine.  

Start date: as soon as possible  

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Support the detention team in organizing activities with the authorities and other interlocutors
• Analyze and share information on security, socioeconomic, cultural, and political factors and report on any changes
• Support the designing and implementation of detention-related projects and ensure that related administrative tasks are done and followed up on time
• Support writing of reports, minutes of workshops, seminars, and meetings 
• Support the organization of seminars, thematic workshops, training modules, and training sessions on relevant issues in the field of detention
• Prepare for, participate in, and follow up on various detention activities
• Support building of relationships with local authorities, communities, and suppliers 

What we offer you

• A great team to work with and an organization where you have an impact
• Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangements 
• Competitive salary between UAH 51,000 and 74,000 (gross) before taxation
• Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
• Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
• 20 days of annual paid leave
• Convenient office location in the city center 

The ICRC is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security.

Qualified candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities,

are encouraged to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment.

For more information, visit the website http://www.icrc.org/. 

About you

To be successful as a Detention Field Officer in the Protection Unit, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:   

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• University degree or relevant professional experience
• Typically, 2 -3 years of professional experience in a relevant field, such as social, political or economic sciences 
• Experience with the ICRC or other humanitarian organization is an asset
• Professional fluency (written and oral) in English and Ukrainian
• Computer literate, including good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment 

Interested? Yes? Then apply.

Please submit your English CV, along with your motivation letter and salary expectations, to the attention of the ICRC People and Culture Team. Please label your CV with your first and last names (First Name LAST NAME). In addition, please complete the compulsory ICRC questionnaire. The questionnaire is available through the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/APw3dvQMHJ. (Click on the link or copy the link into your internet browser.) 

Your application will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC questionnaire and uploaded your English CV. 

Application deadline:  23 June 2024 

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted for tests and interviews. The ICRC reserves the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline