Associate Capacity Building

About the ICRC

Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.

In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.

We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.

About the Security and Crisis Management Support (SCMS) Division

In order to fulfill its humanitarian mandate, it is imperative for the ICRC to have effective security and crisis management that identifies and mitigates risks that threaten our global workforce, assets, and reputation, and provides the framework for a rapid and professional response when a serious security incident or a large-scale emergency occurs. The Security and Crisis Management Support (SCMS) Division bears chief responsibility for security policy and the provision of operational support through guidance, training, and field missions, as well as facilitating and initiating emergency procedures. The five main functions of the division are: 1) Research, Analysis and Development, 2) Security and Safety Risk Management 3) Crisis Management 4) Support to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent (RCRC) Movement, and 5) Capacity Building.

Purpose of the Role

This position will focus primarily on the capacity-building function of the SCMS Division's work. The SCMS Division provides a series of courses on security and crisis management for ICRC staff in the field, oversees the content of personal security training for field personnel, contributes to the training provided by other divisions and units within the ICRC and provides tailored training modules and workshops.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the continuation and timely resumption of Capacity Building initiatives, particularly face-to-face activities.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of courses in collaboration with the Learning and Development department in Geneva and regional training centers, including updating and organizing course materials, supporting participant selection, sending invitations, and maintaining course archives.
• Contribute to the development of Crisis Management Simulations (CMS) and workshops held in Geneva and online, ensuring smooth implementation and documentation of outcomes.
• Participate in the development and improvement of didactic tools produced by the SCMS Division, including videos, immersive resources (such as virtual reality modules), and the newly developed Safety and Security Risk Management videos.
• Support the monitoring and evaluation of Capacity Building activities, collecting participant feedback and helping to integrate lessons learned into future courses.
• Contribute to the division’s internal communication efforts and prepare content for the Security Wiki and the ICRC Intranet to highlight activities and achievements to other departments and field delegations.
• Assist in maintaining and updating knowledge repositories (participant data base, surveys, templates, etc.)
• Collaborate with other departments and external partners on joint initiatives related to security and crisis management learning, fostering cross-departmental and Movement-wide exchanges.

Required Profile & Skills

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Relevant work experience (including internships and volunteer work), not exceeding two years in total, including traineeships.
• Insight into the ICRC and its mandate, and an understanding of the wider International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement.
• Demonstrated interest in the field of security, risk management, or crisis management and response.
• Experience in organizing and/or facilitating workshops, conferences, or training courses.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French (essential).
• Working proficiency in any of the following languages: Arabic, Russian or Spanish (an asset).
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Creativity and resourcefulness in finding solutions.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Additional Information

• Location: Geneva, Switzerland
• Activity rate: 100%
• Start date: 11 January 2027
• Length of Assignment: 12 months
• Visa/permit: Legitimation Card - Provided
• Gross Monthly Salary: CHF 3'934 (paid in 13 installments)
• Application deadline: Sunday, 25 October 2026
  

Please note: This traineeship is open to candidates with a maximum professional experience of two years, of which no more than one year is in a full-time paid position after completion of studies.

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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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.