NETWORKING ADVISOR – NAIROBI

NETWORKING ADVISOR

NAIROBI

About the Job

The Networking Advisor supports and deputizes the Networking Coordinator in his/her specific area of expertise and maintains up-to-date mapping of key contacts and groups and adapted databases for information sharing and knowledge management. Contributes to the acceptance and understanding of the ICRC and its humanitarian objectives by key stakeholders in Somalia. Works in cross-cutting approach with different departments regarding operational networking.Contributes to the networking department analysis and understanding of context dynamics.

This is a resident/National position based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to all field offices in Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Contributes to media monitoring in particular any publications relating to the security or operations of the ICRC and reports them in a duly manner.
• Conducts institutional analysis in Somalia/the region and issues linked to them.
• Produces regular analysis and research on topics of relevance related to conflict dynamics, and other actors in a clear and concise manner.
• Keeps abreast of important publications in Somalia and summarizes them in a concise manner.
• Manages information through accurate reporting, exchanges between sub-sites/delegation and more generally documenting relevant developments in the context and workstream associated with the operations.
• Conducts research on important points of interest for the delegation’s operations.
• Identifies through open sources information of relevance for networking purposes and sharing with relevant departments on a regular basis.
• Participates in detention visits for Protection support as well as post-release follow up.
• Assist the Protection team in the analysis and follow-up of Protection issues.
• Systematically identifies and liaises with institutions, clan leaders, academics, and clerics in the networking process.
• Supports in translation of official statements in Somali, Kiswahili and Arabic into English and participate in regular field missions and interprets for Networking Coordinator as necessary (Somali-English)
• Updates organograms and participates in the internal global mapping exercise
• Supports in other operational networking activities in Somalia as required
• Ensures all documents relevant to the networking department are well stored according to the internal procedures
• Develops maps of areas of control with GIS and other tools as necessary.

Minimum qualifications and required competencies

• Bachelor`s degree in social sciences, religious studies, political science, international relations, law, conflict studies or a related discipline
• 4 years progressive working experience within the humanitarian, research, or conflict resolution sector with a focus on Somalia and/or the region.
• Ability to network, represent the organization externally and dialogue with major stakeholders.
• Strong skills in analysing and sorting through data and political information.
• Proven record in creation of networks of new contacts and partners at regional level, mapping the environment and identifying new humanitarian issues.
• Strong and effective communication skills, with proven ability to negotiate and influence change, with cultural sensitivity.
• Proven knowledge of the context in Somalia (Political, security, humanitarian elements).
• Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law/International Human Rights.
• Sound knowledge of Somalia culture & customs.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Fluency in English and Somali – Arabic knowledge an asset (non-Somali-speaking persons need not apply.)
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.

We Offer

• A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization
• Training and development opportunities
• A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework