Consultant, Humanitarian Diplomacy

Overview

The consultant will provide technical support in amplifying Humanitarian Diplomacy and Communication efforts for the IFRC Yaoundé Delegation, and support procedural priorities related to Equatorial Guinea.

Tasks Summary

• Support smooth processing of Visas, logistical and fleet files related to Equatorial Guinea
• Act as a Liaison Officer working with the International Federation and the Government of Equatorial Guinea
• Organise VIP Protection and Diplomatic issues for the office and External visitors
• Assist Delegates with Visa applications and permits from relevant authorities
• Develop a brief work plan (including objectives, audiences, tools, and deliverables)
• Support IFRC’s Delegation and diplomatic engagements under the area of responsibility of Yaoundé CCD
• Support IFRC’s active engagements in various platforms and events
• Support Humanitarian Diplomacy in promoting IFRC’s Pan-African Flagship Initiatives
• Support donor mapping and engagement plan
• Identify key policy opportunities and processes, events, conferences, and forums
• Support to Gather audio-visual materials, either directly or from National Societies, that illustrate the humanitarian actions of IFRC and NSs
• Foster knowledge sharing and exchange of best practices on Humanitarian Diplomacy
• Support other evolving priorities and tasks as assigned by the supervisors

Experience Requirements

• Proven experience in external relations, especially with the Government of Equatorial Guinea
• Minimum of five years’ experience in communications and Humanitarian Diplomacy, advocacy and/or media relations, or journalism
• Proven track record of influencing policy or decision-making in line with agreed strategic priorities
• Minimum five years’ experience working in the international humanitarian or development sector or a related field
• Successful experience in the development of policy campaigns, including strategy-building, inter-governmental advocacy, and evidence building
• Experience in coaching and transferring skills and knowledge to counterparts
• Proven experience of developing and executing crisis communications plans and planning for, responding to and mitigating reputational risk
• Strong Red Cross Red Crescent experience
• Experience in the UN system, ECOWAS, AU, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other intergovernmental organizations and/or development banks

Qualification Requirements

• University degree in journalism, international relations , communications, or closely related field
• Training courses: campaigns/advocacy and AV production

Other Details

Languages Required: • Excellent English, French and Spanish writing skills

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 3 months

Work Modality:

Remuneration: