Economic Security Field Officer

The Economic Security Generalist plans, implements and monitors the Economic Security (EcoSec) programmes according to the country strategy with supervision and guidance from the technical and line managers. As part of the Economic Security team, he/she is expected to collaborate with his/her peers and to contribute to the data collection, data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Identifies the response options based on analysis of the Economic Security (EcoSec) core components (food consumption, living conditions, food production, income support and capacity building)
• Contributes to designing and implementing relief interventions (food, NFI, multipurpose cash grants), food production support interventions (support to agriculture, fisheries, etc.); income support interventions (cash for work, productive grants and micro-economic initiatives)
• Carries out on-site assistance distributions; provides training and guidance to the PRC volunteers on EcoSec-related activities

Required profile

• University degree in Economics, Development Studies, Agriculture or Veterinary Science
• Experience in the implementation of economic security-related programs
• Previous working experience with the ICRC and/or the Movement
• Knowledge of the ZamBaSulTa region
• Fluency in written and spoken English, Tagalog, Bisaya; Fluency in Tausug and Yakan an advantage

What we offer

• An opportunity to join the world's largest humanitarian organization.
• Competitive salary and social benefits
• Professional development and benefits package
• A multicultural team of humanitarian workers

How to apply

Qualified applicants are requested to submit their cover letter and resume via until 22 November 2024*.

Work location: Zamboanga City

Contract duration: Fixed-Term (12 months)

Contract Start Date: January 2025

*Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is successfully filled.

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.

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