JOB DESCRIPTION

Organizational Context

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organisation, comprising a network of 191 National Societies. The overarching aim of the IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote all forms of humanitarian activities by National Societies with the goal of preventing and alleviating human suffering, thus contributing to the promotion and preservation of human dignity and peace worldwide.” The IFRC strives to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable populations before, during, and after disasters, health emergencies, and other crises.

As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (Movement), the IFRC works in conjunction with its member National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The work of the IFRC is underpinned by seven fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. For the coming decade, the organisation will be steered by the principles outlined in the IFRC Strategy 2030: “Platform for change – global reach, local action.”

Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the IFRC is led by its Secretary General and structured into several key divisions: (i) National Society Development and Operations Coordination (NSDOC); (ii) Global Relations, Humanitarian Diplomacy, and Digitalisation (GRHDD); and (iii) Management Policy, Strategy, and Corporate Services (MPSCS).

The IFRC operates through five regional offices located in: (i) Nairobi, Kenya (Africa Region); (ii) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Asia Pacific Region); (iii) Beirut, Lebanon (Middle East and North Africa Region); (iv) Budapest, Hungary (Europe Region); and (v) Panama City, Panama (Americas Region). Additionally, the IFRC maintains country cluster delegations and country delegations around the globe. Together, the Geneva headquarters and its global field structure form the IFRC Secretariat.

The conflict in Syria remains the most extensive and complex humanitarian crisis worldwide, leading to both internal and external displacement, thousands of lives lost, and significant destruction to infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods. Currently, over five million Syrians are displaced in neighbouring countries, including Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Türkiye, and across North Africa. Türkiye alone hosts around 3.6 million registered refugees, primarily from Syria but also from Somalia, Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan, making it the country with the largest refugee population globally.
On 6 February 2023, two devastating earthquakes struck Southeast Türkiye, resulting in the deaths of more than 50,000 people and economic losses exceeding USD 100 billion, marking it the most catastrophic disaster the country has faced in a century. In response, the IFRC launched an Emergency Appeal to support the Turkish Red Crescent Society (TRCS) in its relief and recovery efforts, planned through to 2025.
The Turkish Red Crescent Society has played a key role in assisting both refugee and host communities in Türkiye. TRCS swiftly responded to the influx of Syrian and other refugees by deploying staff and volunteers and establishing dedicated structures to provide protection and initial support to those in need. The IFRC continues to aid TRCS in addressing the growing humanitarian needs within Türkiye, stemming from both the Syrian crisis and other concurrent emergencies. Additionally, the IFRC supports TRCS in responding to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine by providing financial resources to help address the needs of Ukrainian refugees who have sought safety in Türkiye.

Through its current and upcoming Unified Plan (2025-2027), the IFRC continues to support the TRCS across various programmes, in alignment with the National Society’s Strategic Priorities and Capacity Support (Enablers) needs.

Job Purpose

The position holder will be seconded to Turkish Red Crescent.

To ensure that the disaster recovery activities carried out within the scope of the Coordination Unit with the funds provided by national and international stakeholders are implemented in accordance with the principles of the Red Cross–Red Crescent Movement, institutional policies and regulations, and national and international legislation, and to contribute to institutional capacity building in line with the organization’s vision, strategy, and goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct research and development activities related to the field of work

Develop, prepare, monitor, and report on relevant projects

Comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) training and employer instructions by:

Not to endanger the health and safety of other employees who may be affected by their actions or the work they perform
To use machines, equipment, tools, hazardous materials, lifting devices, and production tools in the workplace in compliance with safety regulations; to properly use safety equipment; not to remove or alter safety devices arbitrarily; and to report any serious or imminent danger or deficiency in protective measures
To use and maintain the personal protective equipment provided correctly
To immediately inform the employer or employee representative if they encounter a serious and imminent danger or observe a deficiency in protective measures concerning machines, equipment, tools, facilities, or buildings in the workplace
To cooperate with the employer and employee representatives within their area of responsibility to ensure occupational health and safety

Fulfilling assigned duties in disaster response operations conducted by the organization

Following legal regulations within the area of responsibility and ensuring updates are implemented

Performing other duties assigned by supervisors related to the job area

Job Duties and Responsibilities (continued)

Planning and Reporting

Supporting the Cash Assistance Program Team Leader in coordinating with operations and program teams to ensure appropriate inclusion of various programmatic areas in PMER tools (e.g., emergency action plans, appeals, operational updates, donor reports, etc.)
Assisting in the preparation of operational and programmatic reports to ensure activities and impacts are reported accurately, completely, timely, and usefully both internally and externally
Supporting data collection and analysis to improve and strengthen program quality, performance, and impact
Ensuring narrative reporting aligns with Turkish Red Crescent formats and donor requirements, including coordination with relevant financial information

Technical Support and Capacity Building

Providing technical support and guidance for PMER activities related to programs and operations
Supporting the development, use, and institutionalization of PMER guidelines, templates, and tools
Assisting in the development of PMER processes, procedures, and systems
Contributing to the enhancement of staff technical capacity in PMER through training, workshops, and other capacity-building initiatives
Participating in the design and implementation of surveys and other DME system components to ensure timeliness, usefulness, and ethical compliance
Conducting field monitoring visits with relevant staff
Contributing to a culture of learning, performance, and accountability by identifying and sharing best practices in planning and reporting with Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement and non-Movement actors

Education

Required

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Disaster Management, Management, Social Work, Sociology, Computer/Software/Industrial Engineering, or other relevant fields

Preferred

Master’s degree in social sciences, Disaster Management, Management, Social Work, Sociology, Computer/Software/Industrial Engineering, or other relevant fields

Experience

Required:

Fields: Preferably at least 5 years of experience in relevant fields such as disaster management, development programs, or humanitarian operations
Similar Positions: Preferably at least 3 years in similar roles
Sectors: Preferably at least 3 years of experience in sectors such as humanitarian aid, non-profit, government, or development organizations

Knowledge, Skills and Languages

Knowledge and Skills

Required

Knowledge and experience in planning, donor reporting, monitoring, and evaluation in an international context.
Experience in supporting program planning for emergency operations.
Knowledge and experience in humanitarian and development projects.

Preferred

Knowledge of Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement structures (preferable)
MS Office and Office 365 applications
Class B (Active Driver)

Language

Required

Fluently spoken and written English and Turkish

Preferred

Good command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish or Arabic)

Competencies, Values and Comments

Communication
Collaboration and Teamwork
Judgement and Decision Making
National Society and Customer Relations
Creativity and Innovation
Building Trust

Functional Competencies

Development Oriented
Result Oriented
Planning and Organization
Proactiveness

Logical Reasoning

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements