The Detention Field Officer plans and carries out detention visits and elaborates/maintains a regular network with key interlocutors. S/he provides support in analysis to develop and refine the delegation’s work on “preventing and addressing ill-treatment” in early stages of detention in line with the overall detention strategy under the lead of the Detention Team Leader (DTL). S/he will be expected to develop, provide recommendation and execute based on the agreed plan of action in preventing and addressing ill-treatment in early stages of detention.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Under the lead of the DTL, organizes and carries out detention visits to contribute to the understanding of issues related to preventing and addressing ill-treatment in early stages of detention.
- Conducts data collection and analysis regarding ill-treatment, obtained from interviews with people deprived of liberty, authorities in order to produce reports and do the respective follow-up, and maintains a network of key interlocutors.
- Independently draft report and follow up on the recommendations when applicable.
- Supports the organization of workshops, roundtables, and seminars aimed at systemic support to detaining authorities.
REQUIRED PROFILE
- University Degree in the field of social science, social and development work and relevant professional experience.
- 3 years’ experience working in a related field, detention being an important asset, or such as social, political or economic sciences.
- Good command of written and spoken English and Filipino; knowledge of Bisaya and including any other dialect is an added value
- Excellent computer literacy (word, excel, databases)
- Comprehensive and accurate analytical skills * High level of negotiation and social skills
WHAT WE OFFER
- An opportunity to join the world’s largest humanitarian organization
- Competitive salary and social benefits
- Professional development and benefits package
- A multicultural team of humanitarian staffs
How to apply
HOW TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are requested to submit their cover letter and resume via: https://smrtr.io/m56B9 until 14 July 2024*
Work location: 17F NEX Tower, 6786 Ayala Avenue, Legaspi Village, Makati City
Contract duration: Open-ended
Contract Start Date: July 2024
*Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is successfully filled.
The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.
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