Ensure external capacity building/training service providers are vetted and able to provide qualitative training modules
Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development
· Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions including staff development plans.
· Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability the “IRC Way” – Global Standards for Professional Conduct - and ensure adherence.
REQUIREMENTS
Job Requirements
Education: University degree in Business Management, International Relations, Political Science, or related field, preferred. Technical degree or certification in related field with significant applicable experience
Work Experience:
· A minimum of 3 years of non-profit or NGO work experience within international humanitarian assistance programs with demonstrated capabilities in planning, organizing and executing security operations in the field.
· Understanding the humanitarian principles, code of conduct and specific sub-sector work linked to NGO field and operations contexts.
· Advanced knowledge in communications technology, including, satellite communications, cell phone mediums, etc.
· Strong experience as a trainer; ability to develop, implement, facilitate and impart learning to a wide range of audiences.
· Ability to gain a precise understanding of the various local, regional, country and international policies, operational positions and interactions, providing clear dynamic briefings and analysis of given and unfolding security and political situations when they occur.
· Regional experience strongly preferred
· Previous NGO security management an asset.
Demonstrated Technical Skills:
· Proven experience as a professional and reliable manager (including management of people and projects)
· Highly skilled in organizing large-scale, fast-paced, responsive field programs
· Situational awareness and opportunity awareness
· Strong capacity to develop and deliver trainings as well as find ressources internal and/or external for training/capacity building provision
· Solid ability to provide team-building, coaching, and development for staff as well as encourage cross-functional collaboration and cooperation
· Exceptional organizational and coordination skills
Demonstrated Managerial/Leadership Competencies:
· Excellent relationship-building, interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively represent IRC at forums and with external stakeholders
· Strong negotiation and mediation skills essential with experience in conflict resolution essential
· Superior oral and written communication skills, with ability to express ideas and concepts clearly and persuasively with senior internal and external stakeholders
· Experience of working successfully with local stakeholders such as local and international NGOs, government, etc. with sensitivity and diplomacy.
· Proven ability to design and lead training engagements with staff and partners to enhance skills and adapt to changing program demands
· Perform other duties as required to support the safety, security, and effectiveness of IRC Ukraine
Languages Required/Preferred:
· Fluency in spoken and written Ukrainian, Russian and English.
Computer/Other Requirements:
· Full professional competency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint
· Knowledge of GIS is appreciated
Ability to Travel: Full-time deployment within Ukraine
Standards of Professional Conduct The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.
Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.
Working Environment: Staff must comply with all IRC security policies and procedures applicable to IRC employee.IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.