Economic Security Generalist / Старший фахівець з організації фінансово-економічної допомоги населенню – Kharkiv – 815159

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 Economic Security (EcoSec) Department is seeking a highly capable Economic Security Generalist to join our team in Kharkiv. The role participates in the planning, implementing, and monitoring of the ICRC’s economic security program. The EcoSec Generalist will carry out basic field and office work related to implementing and monitoring the ICRC’s economic security programme under the close supervision and guidance of their hierarchical superior. 

Start date: October 2024 or Immediately 

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Prepare material and logistics for trips to the field
• Collect field and other data using data-collection tools and devices.
• Enter data into the survey database and the EcoSec Programme Management Tool 
• Maintain and update databases
• Provide verbal reports after field visits
• Participate in providing assistance to the population (registration, aid distribution, etc.)
• Provide administrative support 

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 36,000 and 52,000 (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 Economic Security Generalist in the EcoSec Department, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:   

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• High school diploma, technical education, or professional or university degree in a related field
• Good command (spoken and written) of English and Ukrainian
• 2–3 years’ experience in a similar field of activity
• Experience working for an NGO or international organization an asset
• 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:  02 October 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.