Leading specialist in training and educational activities in international humanitarian law in Red Cross Ukraine

The National Committee of the Red Cross Society of Ukraine (RCHU) announces a competition for the position of Leading specialist in training and educational activities in international humanitarian law (IHL).

The Red Cross Society of Ukraine is the largest humanitarian organization in Ukraine, which is one of the first to respond to all emergency situations in the country and provides assistance to those who need it most.

Do you feel that you can make the world a better place? Join the Red Cross Society of Ukraine:

• Opportunity to do good:Help those in need and feel inspired by the contribution made
• New knowledge and skills:Go through interesting trainings, become a volunteer or an employee and get experience that will become an adventure of a lifetime.
• Friends and like-minded people:Join a team of caring people who are always ready to help.
• Pride in your actions:Join and experience pride in the fact that you are a hero!

TCHU is thousands of people all over Ukraine who make the world a better place every day.

Purpose of the position:

• Implementation of the annual plan: at least 4 conducted IHL events (information sessions/trainings/speeches at conferences) per month
• Quality of training: the average rate of improvement in IHL knowledge of the participants is not lower than 75% (according to the test results before and after the IHL events)
• Development capabilities: number of IHL instructors/trainers trained, training products created/updated, and timely reporting to donors (to be determined quarterly). 400">
• Coordinate the implementation of the annual plan for information sessions/trainings/other educational activities on IHL.
• Develop and update programs, training materials, presentations, case studies and evaluation tools (pre/post-tests, feedback forms).
• Conduct information sessions/trainings/workshops etc. for various classrooms.
• Develop a network of instructors, trainers, and master trainers of TCHU: selection, training of trainers (ToT), mentoring, quality control, exchange of practices and materials.
• Ensure reporting: data collection, analysis, reports (internal/donor), continuous improvement of programs.
• Interact with partners (government bodies, universities, police/Army, other TCCs, ICRC/IFRC, etc.), coordinate programs and joint events.
• Support information and educational campaigns on IHL and emblem protection, including content preparation.
• Participate in the work of Intergovernmental Commissions on IHL issues (on assignment and within the limits of competence).

Additional duties:

• Adaptation of materials to online formats, coordination of translations and editors.
• Support for the procurement of materials/services in accordance with TCHHU procedures.
• Other tasks as assigned by the manager.

General duties:

• Lead active work to achieve the goals of the Red Cross Movement.
• Follow the principles of the Red Cross movement and work in accordance with them.
• Perform any other work-related tasks and duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements to the candidate:

• Higher education, specialization "international law".
• Certificate of trainer in International Humanitarian Law (desirable).
• At least 3 years of general professional experience.
• Knowledge of international humanitarian law rights.
• Analytical skills.
• Reporting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to cooperate and work in a team.
• Skills to make decisions.
• Skills to work with partners/contractors, local organizations will be an advantage.
• Ability to apply non-standard/innovative solutions at work.
• Ability to build trust.

Motivation factors:

• Professional: deepening of knowledge and practical experience in the field of international humanitarian law. Career: improving qualifications and expanding job duties. Participation in national and international projects.
• Additional: expansion of the professional network among Ukrainian and international experts. The opportunity to participate in trainings, conferences, internships in Ukraine and abroad.

The Red Cross Society of Ukraine offers:

• Interesting, diverse and multi-tasking work.
• Employment according to the Labor Code.
• Timely payment of wages.
• Friendly and cohesive team of like-minded people.
• Unique experience of working in the largest public organization of Ukraine.

We aim to create a safe and inclusive environment in TCHHU an environment that will provide all employees, volunteers, regardless of age, sex and gender, ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, equal access to opportunities, protection of their dignity and equal rights.

We are an equal opportunity employer for all employees, including persons with disabilities.

We do not discriminate in our selection and employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age.

Sexual exploitation and harassment are prohibited in all forms. The organization implements a policy to prevent sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and harassment, including in the workplace.

Workplace: Kyiv.

Please send your resume indicating the desired salary level with the designation of the position to the following address:[email protected].

Due to the large number of requests, we contact candidates who fully meet the requirements of the vacancy.