Technical Assistant

What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Purpose

The technical helper provides assistance and support by performing simple tasks at the delegation and residences.

Accountabilities & Functional Responsibilities

• Load and offload materials for seminars and field trips, including setting up equipment;
• Support the relocation of residences and offices when necessary;
• Setting up rooms for conferences and meetings in the delegation.
• Responsible for refueling, checking of oil and water, and maintaining fuel records for the generators;
• Checking the water pump and gas;
• Delivering orders to the residences and offices;
• Undertake printing room and storekeeping duties in the absence of designated staff;
• Taking inventory of residential items;
• Manage the collection of uniforms from various departments for laundry and bring them back to the respective departments.
• Supporting other departments in departmental inventory.

Professional experience required

• Minimum Diploma/Certificate in any related field or equivalent;
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a similar position;
• Previous working experience with International Organizations (preferred);
• Good written and spoken English;
• Attention to detail and meticulous use of proper safety procedures;• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

What we offer

• Diverse and humanitarian-minded workforce;
• An opportunity to contribute to institutional efforts to protect and assist conflict victims worldwide;
• Training opportunities;
• Flexible work schedule.

Our values

At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.

Skills Required:

• Any / Field
• Maintenance / Skilled / Labor