Senior Humanitarian Affairs Adviser 3

The Senior Humanitarian Affairs Adviser (SHAA) enables the delegation to understand and influence the wider political and humanitarian environment in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti; and conflicts in the region. The SHAA designs and delivers effective diplomatic and policy strategies and leads engagement with national, multilateral and regional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze political, economic, social, conflict and security developments in Kenya and the region, assessing their humanitarian implications and advising Delegation management
• Develop and maintain strategic stakeholder mapping and high-level networks with government authorities, parliamentarians, diplomatic missions, civil society, NGOs, think tanks and international organizations
• Lead the development and implementation of humanitarian diplomacy strategies and policy objectives for Kenya, Djibouti and Tanzania, contributing to regional and global initiatives as required
• Advise management on strategic engagement with national authorities, particularly the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and identify opportunities to advance the ICRC’s humanitarian priorities
• Strengthen institutional relations and cooperation with regional and multilateral organizations, including the African Union, IGAD and EAC, and promote the ICRC’s mandate and humanitarian principles
• Monitor regional and international humanitarian policy developments and coordinate information sharing with delegations, regional hubs and headquarters
• Develop policy analyses, briefing notes, concept papers, key messages and other strategic documentation to inform diplomatic engagement and management decision-making
• Lead humanitarian affairs planning and budgeting, define portfolio objectives, monitor implementation and ensure alignment with Delegation priorities
• Facilitate internal coordination, knowledge sharing and staff briefings on political context, humanitarian issues and cultural sensitivities
• Maintain regular engagement with relevant regional and global structures to strengthen coordination, information exchange and the Institution’s external influence

Requirements

• A university degree in International Relations, Social or Political Sciences, or Law (preferably with a focus on Public International Law esp. International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and/or International Human Rights Law (IHRL))
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in humanitarian action or political affairs
• At least minimum 3 years of proven professional experience in team management or supervision, with responsibility for coordinating team activities, monitoring performance, and supporting staff development
• Prior field experience with the ICRC or an international organization, and/or experience working with Ministry of Foreign Affairs or a similar government institution
• Proven ability to map stakeholders, build and maintain networks, and influence key interlocutors
• Strong strategic understanding of national, regional and global relations, and their interplay with humanitarian affairs, peace and security
• Good knowledge of relevant regional multilateral organizations, forums, agencies and platforms, as well as humanitarian organizations and civil society actors
• Fluency in English; knowledge of French is an asset

Skills

• International Humanitarian Law
• International Human Rights Law
• Humanitarian Action
• Political Affairs
• Team Management
• Staff Supervision
• Performance Monitoring
• Stakeholder Mapping
• Network Building
• Strategic Analysis
• Diplomatic Strategy
• Policy Development
• Multilateral Relations
• Regional Security Context
• Field Experience
• Humanitarian Coordination
• Civil Society Engagement

Languages

English, French