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International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Traineeship 2020– Geneva, Switzerland (Paid Traineeship)

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Application Deadline: June 30th 2020

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles. Established in 1863, the ICRC is at the origin of the Geneva Conventions and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. It directs and coordinates the international activities conducted by the Movement in armed conflicts and other situations of violence.Purpose

Produced by the ICRC and published by Cambridge University Press, the International Review of the Red Cross is a specialized peer-reviewed journal dedicated to international humanitarian law, policy and action. It is published three times per year and its principal audience includes governments, international governmental and non-governmental organisations, universities, the media and all those interested in humanitarian issues at large. The Review consists of a small team of four people within the Department of Law and Policy of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC): The Editor-in-Chief, the Managing Editor, the Thematic Editor and the Associate/Editorial Assistant. In addition, there are occasionally short-term academic trainees joining the team throughout the year for periods of 2-3 months each in exchange for course credit.Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities

You will work closely with the Editor-in-Chief, Managing Editor and Thematic Editor in the evaluation of future themes for issues of the Review, assessment, editing and research related to submitted articles, and overall content management. You will also assist with the promotion and distribution of thematic editions of the Review. The staff of the Review is in regular interaction with ICRC’s Legal Division, as well as other divisions and departments, the ICRC’s Protection Division, Operations Department, and the Outreach & Policy Unit. You will assist the Review team in the conceptualization of the upcoming themes, contact authors, peer reviewers and the publisher, as well as conduct background research and substantive evaluation of articlesKey responsibilities

  • Assistance to the Editor-in-Chief and the Managing Editor of the International Review of the Red Cross;
  • Evaluation and editing of article submissions (checking the reasoning, arguments, structure and sources), including of submission dealing with topics of a legal nature;
  • Substantial academic research as part of the editing process;
  • Identification of potential authors and peer reviewers;
  • responding to queries or dispatching them to the appropriate colleague;
  • Engagement with authors, peer reviewers and publishers, in a diplomatic and politically astute manner, as an ambassador for the journal and the ICRC;
  • Management of the team inbox, including acknowledging receipt of submissions and either responding to or dispatching queries;
  • Interaction with both external and internal interlocutors on identifying potential topics to be covered in the Review and for commissioning articles.These include, but are not limited to: colleagues across the various units and departments in HQ, ICRC delegations, National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, beneficiaries, and professionals outside the ICRC.

Key responsibilities (continued)

  • Preparation and co-conduct of interviews of key experts in the field of humanitarian law, policy and action for the Review;
  • Management of book reviews for selected issues of the Review in collaboration with the Review’s Book Review editor;
  • Assistance in the development of a promotion strategy for upcoming editions of the journal in close collaboration with other members of the editorial team and other units within the Law and Policy Department, the Outreach unit;
  • Ad-hoc presentations on IHL to groups visiting the ICRC;
  • Maintenance of administrative records such as journal stock and distribution lists.

Certifications / Education required

A Master’s degree in law or international relations, preferably including a focus related to armed conflict studies.Professional Experience required

For candidates to be eligible, they must have a maximum of one year’s professional experience after graduation or two years if they have been in previous internships, traineeships or similar positions.Desired profile and skills

  • A demonstrated interest in humanitarian work, IHL and human rights;
  • Previous editorial work experience (shortlisted candidates will be tested on their editorial and writing skills during the interviews); 
  • Initiative and capacity to work independently under minimal supervision;
  • Excellent ability to work in a team;
  • Excellent communication skills including strong writing abilities;
  • Excellent organizational skills.

Language

Excellent command of English with good French reading abilities

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Traineeship 2020

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International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Traineeship 2019 – Geneva, Switzerland (Paid Traineeship)

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: May 20th 2019

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC also endeavors to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles. Established in 1863, the ICRC is at the origin of the Geneva Conventions and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. It directs and coordinates the international activities conducted by the Movement in armed conflicts and other situations of violence.

Purpose

Produced by the ICRC and published by Cambridge University Press, the International Review of the Red Cross is a specialized, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to international humanitarian law, policy and action. It is published three times per year and its principal audience includes governments, international governmental and non-governmental organizations, universities, the media and all those interested in humanitarian issues at large. The Review team consists of four people within the Law and Policy Forum unit of the ICRC’s International Law and Policy department: The Editor-in-Chief, the Managing Editor, the Thematic Editor and the Associate/Editorial Assistant. In addition, there is a Book Review Editor who is not with the team full-time and are occasionally short-term academic trainees joining the team for periods of 2-3 months in exchange for course credit.

Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities

You will work closely with the Editor-in-Chief, Managing Editor and Thematic Editor in the assessment and editing related to submitted articles, and overall content management. In addition, you will assist with the promotion and distribution of thematic editions of the Review. The staff of the Review, including the Associate, regularly interacts with other parts of the institution, including the ICRC’s Legal Division, Protection Division, Operations Department, Policy Unit and so on, ensuring a firm knowledge of current priorities. As an integral part of the Review team, you will assist in the conceptualization of themes, contacts with authors, peer reviewers and the publisher, background research and substantive evaluation of submissions.


Certifications / Education required

A Master’s degree in law, international relations, or another relevant field.

Desired profile and skills

  • A demonstrated interest in humanitarian work, IHL and human rights;
  • Excellent command of English and good French reading abilities;
  • Previous editorial work experience (shortlisted candidates will be tested on their editorial and writing skills);
  • Initiative and capacity to work independently under minimal supervision;
  • Excellent ability to work in a team;
  • Excellent communication skills including strong writing abilities;
  • Excellent organizational skills.

Important Information

Only individuals enrolled in higher education or who have recently completed their studies are eligible to be trainees/associates. For candidates to be eligible they must have a maximum of one year’s professional experience after graduation (relating to the post) or two years if they have been in previous traineeships. 

Benefits

  • Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment;
  • Participation in workshop(s) related to the position;
  • 12 months’ contract;
  • Paid traineeship.

Key responsibilities:

  • Assistance to Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor of the International Review of the Red Cross;
  • Evaluation and substantive editing of article submissions (checking legal reasoning, arguments, structure and sources);
  • Substantial academic research;
  • Identification of potential authors and peer reviewers;
  • Preparation and co-conduct of interviews of key experts in the fields of humanitarian law, policy and action for publication;
  • Management of book reviews in collaboration with the Review‘s Book Review Editor;
  • Management of the unsollicited submissions sent to the Review;
  • Coordination with the academic intern(s);
  • Authorship of promotional texts (for example, blog articles or newsletter entries) for the journal;
  • Engagement with authors, peer reviewers and the publisher in a diplomatic and politically astute manner, as an ambassador of the journal and the ICRC;
  • Correspondence with both external and internal counterparts in identifying potential topics to be covered in the Review, including (but not limited to) ICRC delegations, colleagues across various units and departments from HQ, national societies, beneficiaries and professionals outside the ICRC;
  • Ad hoc presentations on IHL to groups visiting the ICRC.

Additional information

  • Type of position: Traineeship
  • Working rate: 100%
  • Starting date: 1 September 2019
  • Location: Geneva, Switzerland
  • Length of assignment: 12 months

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Traineeship

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International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Traineeship 2017 Policy and Humanitarian Diplomacy Division – Geneva, Switzerland (Paid Traineeship)

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Application Deadline:  August 8th 2017 (by midnight Swiss time).

The Policy and Humanitarian Diplomacy Division of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) offers five traineeship positions for a period of one year, starting either in January, February or March 2018.

Policy and Humanitarian Diplomacy Division:

The ICRC’s Policy and Humanitarian Diplomacy Division is part of the Department of International Law and Policy, and plays a central role in developing and delivering the main institutional policy and diplomacy objectives of the ICRC as well as overseeing the ICRC’s delegation in New York. The Division works closely with the ICRC’s Presidency, the Department of Operations and across the institution to shape strategic policy objectives, design and deliver diplomatic strategies, and influence key ICRC stakeholders. The Division also works closely with the International Federation and National Societies on areas of mutual policy interest.

Job description: Under the supervision of a Diplomatic or Policy Adviser, the post holder will be responsible for:

  • Analysing humanitarian trends, issues and policy developments;
  • Preparing/attending conferences, seminars and bilateral meetings;
  • Conducting research, writing speeches/speaking points, drafting reports, taking minutes of meetings;
  • Informing ICRC delegations in the field about a variety of international issues;
  • Assisting with the day-to-day management of relations with international organisations and UN agencies, regional organisations, major international NGOs and humanitarian think-tanks;

The candidate will support the work on regions and/or policy issues, such as:

Regions:

  • Africa;
  • Asia and the Pacific;
  • Americas;
  • Europe and Central Asia;
  • Near and Middle East.


Qualifications: ICRC are looking for candidates who meet the following mandatory requirements:

  • A Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. international relations, international politics, international law, humanitarian action, development, peace/conflict studies, etc.).
  • Knowledge or good understanding of at least one of the regions and issues from a humanitarian perspective.
  • Excellent English and a good command of at least one of the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish. Additional languages are an asset.
  • Minimum of 6 months full-time prior experience with an international organisation, an NGO or within the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and no more than 2 years of relevant experience.
  • A manifest interest for humanitarian action/issues and/or the ICRC.
  • A demonstrated interest in international affairs and diplomacy.
  • Available for 1 year, starting in either January, February or March 2018.

Issues may include:

  • Access to education;
  • Assistance (cash, health, etc.);
  • Counterterrorism, preventing and combatting violent extremism;
  • Detention;
  • Displacement;
  • Gender;
  • International humanitarian law;
  • Healthcare in danger;
  • Humanitarian-development nexus;
  • Localisation of aid;
  • Migration;
  • Missing;
  • UN (UN General Assembly, Human Rights Council, ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment, Inter-Agency Standing Committee, etc.);
  • Urban violence.

Desirable requirements:

  • Understanding of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including its structure, policies, approaches, etc.;
  • Any relevant publications;
  • Experience in diplomatic and/or inter-agency work;
  • Field experience.

Skills:

  • The ability to think strategically, to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing, and to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Capacity for research and analytical writing.
  • Flexibility and the ability to assist with a variety of tasks based on the needs of the Division.

Benefits

  • Successful candidates will be recruited on a 12-month paid traineeship contract. The positions are based at ICRC headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. There is no expectancy of extension or any subsequent contract with the ICRC.To apply: Interested candidates should send their complete application in Word or PDF format (cover letter of no more than 700 words and CV), in English to: [email protected] (quote reference number: DP_POL2018). Any documents other than the two listed above will not be considered.

    In you cover letter, please answer the following questions:

  • How does your background and previous experience relate to this position?
  • What is your interest in applying to this position at the ICRC?Which added value can you bring to the Division and the ICRC?
  • What are your career plans for the future?
  • Do you have any preferences for regions and/or issues which you would like to follow? (NB: this will not be taken into account in your selection process, but used further in the recruitment).

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Traineeship 2017

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