Forensic Programme Assistant

Programme & Policy Human Rights

Overview

Contribute to forensic programs implementation and support activities

You have:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in medical, biological or forensic sciences
• 5 years' of experience in medical, biological, forensic science
• 3 years’ of experience in forensic case work
• Fluent in Arabic
• Full professional working proficiency in English
• Proficient in French (an asset)
• Basic leadership skills
• Advanced accountability skills
• Basic people management skills
• Advanced teamwork and collaboration skills
• Proficient in representing the ICRC
• Proficient in focusing on beneficiaries and clients

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 Forensic Programme Assistant contributes to implementing forensic programmes and activities in line with the ICRC’s Forensic Strategy.

Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities

• Provides technical and administrative support for forensic programs and activities at the delegation.
• Supports the implementation of the forensic program in Lebanon, particularly by providing technical and administrative support for forensic activities in Bey delegation area of responsibility (AoR).
• Organizes the logistics and prepares materials for forensic activities such as training courses, workshops and the safe and dignified management of deceased persons.
• Provides regular forensic updates by oral and written reports on forensic related matters; prepares minutes of meetings and mission reports.
• Ensures the delegation has sufficient forensic materials and publications.
• Participates in forensic-related meetings, briefings and training sessions for staff and relevant external stakeholders.
• Disseminates ICRC information/messages on forensic science and humanitarian action.
• Translates and interprets written documents and oral correspondences between English and Arabic as needed.
• Supports in the planning and implementation of the BRS collection activities from the families of missing persons in Lebanon, including maintaining up-to-date reporting on Resolve platform.

Certifications / Education required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in medical, biological or forensic sciences.

Professional Experience required

• 5 years' of experience in medical, biological, forensic science.
• 3 years’ of experience in forensic case work.

Desired skills

• Leadership: Basic.
• Accountability: Advanced.
• People management: Basic.
• Team work & Collaboration: Advanced.
• Representing the ICRC: Proficient.
• Beneficiary & Client focused: Proficient.

Language

• Arabic: Fluent.
• English: Full professional working.
• French : an asset

What we offer

• Salary Package: 2’037 - 2,926 USD/Month (As per ICRC salary scale, salary setting processes will determine fair setting in coherence with the qualifications of the applicant and the requirements of the job).
• 13th Month of salary paid in December, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked.
• Annual Leave: 20 calendar working days of paid leave per year, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked.
• Health Insurance: 90% of premium fees under class B, coverage include: Doctor visits, Medicines, Therapy services, etc.)
• International Retirement Saving Plan (IRSP): a contribution valued at 11.5% of your monthly salary, these savings are paid by the end of service as a lump sum.
• Other benefits subject to internal rules and regulations: High Cost of Living Allowance (HCLA), Schooling allowance, eyeglasses, designated personal training budget for learning opportunities.

Additional information

• Location: Beirut, Lebanon
• Working Schedule: Monday till Friday, from 8 Am till 5 Pm.
• Type of contract: Fixed Term, 1 year (Renewable based on performance and need for position).
• Estimated start date: January 1, 2025
• Application deadline: December 18, 2024

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.

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