Description
We are seeking a Protection and Health Programme Staff to join our team in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Job Summary The successful candidate will be responsible for utilising various communication tools and methods to share information with team members, participating in team meetings, workshops, and strategy sessions, and promoting and respecting IRC's principles, objectives, and code of conduct.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilise different communication tools and methods to regularly share information with team members
- Participate in team meetings, workshops, strategy sessions, and regular communications
- Respect and actively support PCI measures as defined by the health team for relevant services
- Promote and respect IRC's principles, objectives, and code of conduct
- Collaborate with protection and health staff for safe and adequate referrals to protection and health services
- Act professionally and personally to enhance IRC's image and not compromise its humanitarian mission
- Provide translation and interpretation services as needed
- Perform other tasks as requested by supervisor
Requirements
- Reside in Ituri Province, specifically in Bunia
- At least 2 years of relevant experience, ideally in humanitarian protection and/or health programmes
- Excellent communication, community engagement, and mobilisation skills
- Understanding of power dynamics and importance of accurate information
- Ability to establish trust and build relationships with new communities
- Experience in inclusive communication approaches and reasonable accommodations
- Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse team and manage pressure and ambiguity
- Proven organisational skills and attention to deadlines
- Strong interest in refugee and humanitarian issues
- Integrity and sound judgment in selecting and presenting published information
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in protection work
- Experience in health work
- Experience in providing psychological first aid (PFA)
- Experience in humanitarian organisations
- Knowledge of local issues and available services in Ituri
- Some experience in report writing
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel