Country Officer Ukraine (m/f/d) At German Red Cross

As the German Red Cross (DRK), it is our job to be there for people and to help them – solely according to the extent of their need. The Red Cross and Red Crescent movement has been providing comprehensive help to people for more than 150 years. No matter what we do and where we work, our seven Red Cross principles always guide our actions: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.

In the DRK General Secretariat in Berlin, you will help shape the future direction of the DRK eV as the national Red Cross Society and leading association of the independent welfare sector. Every day, you will help ensure that people in Germany and around the world receive help – solely based on their level of need.

Country Officer Ukraine (m/f/d)

We are looking for you as a Country Officer for Ukraine (m/f/d) as soon as possible .

The position is anchored in the International Cooperation department of the DRK General Secretariat and is assigned to the Operations & National Society Cooperation team. The team is responsible for the operational cooperation of the German Red Cross with its sister societies abroad. The position is intended to support the Task Force Ukraine, with the focus on project activities in Ukraine.

The employment is full-time. The employment offer is initially limited to two years.

Your tasks:

• Management of the DRK projects in Ukraine, working closely with the DRK task force employees and the teams responsible for specialist topics, finance, human resources, etc.
• Programmatic orientation, management, reporting, financial and personnel management, procurement, etc., in close cooperation and coordination with the foreign delegates, the department heads and the respective departments in the DRK General Secretariat
• Development and analysis of project, financial and cooperation concepts, particularly with regard to the humanitarian situation in Ukraine
• Security management and analysis in coordination with the management of the Taskforce Ukraine and the Security Specialist
• Continuous monitoring of political and social changes in the geographical area of ​​responsibility including analysis of possible implications for country-specific activities
• Ensuring coordination of all measures with sister societies, ICRC, Federation of RKRH societies and other relevant actors
• Preparation of status reports, final reports and decision templates, communication with donors
• Fundraising including preparation of project proposals
• Reporting, preparation for public relations, presentations and participation in events

We expect:

• Relevant university/technical college degree
• Identification with the principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Sound knowledge of project management (PCM) in the humanitarian field
• Experience in project management at AA, BMZ, ECHO, DEVCO, EU Trust Funds and other donors
• Very good knowledge and experience in monitoring and reporting
• Knowledge of the DRK’s work abroad and the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Empathy and openness to foreign cultures
• Ability to think and work in complex contexts
• Independent work, strong teamwork skills
• Fluent English
• High self-motivation and stress management
• Willingness to travel abroad, suitability for tropical conditions
• Good IT skills (Office 365)

We offer:

• A responsible and varied activity in the spirit of humanity
• Space for your professional and personal development in an experienced and committed team
• Fair working conditions according to the DRK reform collective agreement
  • Remuneration according to salary group 11
  • 30 days of vacation per year and Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve off
  • An attractive company pension plan (VBL)
• Flexible working time models to ensure the compatibility of work and family
• Mobile working (full-time up to ten working days per month) with presence at the Berlin location depending on work requirements
• Urban Sports Club, Headspace, Babbel and other individual offers for health promotion and development