Political Adviser

Job Description

Job Summary:ÿTheÿPolitical Adviser conducts in-depth systematic analysis, to update and advise the Delegation on political developments and changes in the overall environment, conflict, and security dynamics, to enable analysis, support decision making and implementation of operational objectives coherently, safely, and effectively. S/he identifies, maintains, and broadens high-level relations with a diverse network of key national stakeholders and facilitates the management?s access to a wide network of contacts.ÿThe qualified candidate should have a master?s degree preferably in Political Sciences, International Relations, Journalism, or any other job relevant field with 6 to 10 years of experience in international organizations, governmental structures, journalism, academia, or other relevant areas of expertise, prior experience within the Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement is an asset, so is prior work experience with the ICRC.ÿÿGeneral Description:The Political Adviser conducts in-depth systematic analysis, to update and advise the Delegation on political developments and changes in the overall environment, conflict, and security dynamics, to enable analysis, support decision making and implementation of operational objectives coherently, safely, and effectively. S/he identifies, maintains, and broadens high-level relations with a diverse network of key national stakeholders and facilitates the management?s access to a wide network of contacts. Moreover, the Senior Political Adviser provides in-depth systematic analysis on political, economic, and other topics (potentially) of interest to the delegation and the region more broadly. Reaches out and collaborates with peers in other NAME delegations to join efforts and enhance ICRC?s impact and reading of the situation whenever possible.ÿÿObjectives and Tasks:

• As a member of the management team, co-designs and delivers the delegations overal desired identity and policy objectives.ÿÿ
• Advises management and staff on political issues, the conflict and security situation and contributes to defining the delegation?s overall strategies.ÿ
• Contributes to the delegation?s analysis of political, security, military,ÿhumanitarian,ÿand other developments related to ICRC reputation/perception management and capacity to operate.ÿÿ
• Writes reports, briefing notes, and other required documentation to share the results of political and other analyses.ÿ
• Advises the delegation on national and regional issues, political affairs, and security, and how they impact/relate to humanitarian action.ÿ
• Crafts, builds, and maintains a strong national network of key, high-level contacts within the national authorities (government, parliament, etc.), security and armed forces, political opposition, civil society and with any other influential stakeholders relevant to specific humanitarian concerns, acceptance of the ICRCs mission, strategic objectives and activities and improving its access to people in need. Supports development of the delegation?s broaderÿnetwork of contacts in line with anchoring and operational objectives. Facilitates management?s access to them.ÿ
• Represents the ICRC to diverse audiences in line with the delegation?s objectives.ÿ
• Holds briefings on the context and cultural sensitivities for delegation/sub-structure staff.ÿ

General duties:ÿ

• Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.ÿ
• Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct.ÿ
• Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.ÿ
• Always respects and observes staff regulations and security rulesÿ
• Always represents the ICRC in a professional manner.ÿ
• Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line manager.ÿ
• Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC.ÿ
• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other colleagues when necessary.ÿ

Additional Duties:

• Follows up on all work-related messages and correspondence with the relevant contacts and departments.ÿ
• Is aware of the delegation?s objectives and has a good knowledge of the Movement and other contacts relevant to the position.ÿ
• Collects and shares informationÿtoÿimprove the ICRC?s understanding of the environment and humanitarian trends and responses.ÿ
• Represents the ICRC in an appropriate way during activities, in meetings and in the field, and avoids any activity that may reflect negatively on the ICRC?s image.ÿ

Job Details:

• JobÿLocation:ÿBeirut, Lebanon.
• Working Schedule:ÿMonday till Friday, from 8 Am till 5 Pm.
• Contract Type:ÿDetermined Period,ÿuntil 31.12.2023ÿ(renewable based on performance and need for position).ÿ
• Salary Package:ÿ4194ÿ?ÿ6654ÿUSD/Month (As per ICRC salary scale, salary setting processes will determine fair setting in coherence with the qualifications of the applicant and the requirements of the job).ÿÿ
• Opening:ÿ21.08.2023ÿ
• Closing:ÿ31.08.2023ÿ

Submission GuidelinesPlease upload your CV and Cover Letter in one document.Due to the large volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to application?s queries. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.We thank you in advance for applying through theÿchannelÿcited aboveÿas applications received throughÿdifferent channelsÿbelow will not be considered.The ICRC is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all its employees. Inclusion is embedded in the principles and values of the Movement ? as it is committed to non-discrimination, as confirmed by the principles of humanity and impartiality, and is open to all, as confirmed by the principle of unity. We are continually taking steps to improve diversity?and inclusion within the organization as well as ensure it is embedded in our programming.We are committed to ensuring fair and equitable recruitment and promotion opportunities for all individuals and welcome all qualified candidates to apply to positions at the ICRC. Further, we are committed to achieving gender parity for our staff in management positions,?as part of our institutional strategy objectives related to inclusion.We aim to ensure career development opportunities for staff, our delegation is responsible for setting objectives to ensure more?diverse management teams in our context. In parallel, the HR / People and Culture (PAC) Team accompanies and supports this process with the aim of setting people up for success in their future roles.The ICRC guarantees the protection of personal data and takes the necessary steps to protect employees? personal data against unauthorized access and transfer. This also applies when the employer entrusts third parties with the processing, preservation and recording of person?al data.ÿ

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