Lead, Humanitarian Diplomacy & Liaison

• In coherence with IFRC’s Strategy 2030, HD policy and global HD strategy, develop and ensure implementation of IFRC HD strategies and external engagement plans for India, Bhutan, Maldives and Sri Lanka to

1. position the IFRC and National Societies.
2. influence national contextual and thematic policies/practises/laws for better humanitarian outcomes.
3. influence regional organisations’ positions in global agendas of relevance for humanitarian action.
4. enhance the HD capacity of National Societies.

• Continuously analyse national, and global political and policy developments of relevance for IFRC’s humanitarian mandate and operations under CCD Delhi.
• Identify and research humanitarian issues that warrant prioritised HD engagement and develop HD key messages.
• Undertake comprehensive stakeholder mapping, identifying areas of common interest and identifying engagement opportunities.
• Facilitate, and follow up on the Head of Delegation’s external engagements, including through network building and production of briefing notes and key messages.
• At the direction of the HoD represent the IFRC at external engagements.
• Ensure the relevance, accuracy, and quality of the Head of Delegation’s strategic outgoing correspondence, policy position, and briefs by coordinating with relevant internal stakeholders.
• As advised and directed by the Head of Delegation, work closely with National Societies on HD strategy and messages, and provide appropriate support and advice to NSs.
• Coordinate with the IFRC Programmes team, Operations team and Communications staff during humanitarian emergencies impacting India, Bhutan, Maldives and Sri Lanka.
• In support of resource mobilisation team, contribute to well-funded IFRC emergency appeals and operational plans, including through provision of contextual analysis and donor partner stewardship.

• Identify and develop partnerships with interlocutors at key government ministries.
• Develop engagement strategies for partners and systemic ways of engagement where needed in collaboration with Partner National Societies.
• Support coordination with the Host NS and the IFRC Membership, supporting via multilateral and bilateral channels, to ensure an IFRC-wide approach while liaising with the ICRC on relevant matters.
• Support strengthened cooperation with (sub-)regional organisations, multilateral and international financial institutions, development banks with country presence, UN agencies, specialized funds, etc.
• Ensure the management of all information/data related to partnerships/ in India, Bhutan, Maldives, and Sri Lanka is kept fully up to date in the IFRC’s customer relationship management (CRM) system.
• As directed by the Head of Delegation, working closely with National Societies counterpart on strategic partnerships strategy and messages, and providing appropriate support and advice to NSs.

• University-level degree in a relevant field (e.g., international relations, development studies, law, political science, public administration) or equivalent in qualifying experience 
• Qualification or certification in project management or negotiation 

• At least 10-15 years of relevant professional experience in advocacy, partnerships, multi-stakeholder engagement, donor relations,
• Experience in managing external relations with diplomatic missions, international organizations, and other key actors
• Solid experience in networking and building relationship with internal and external stakeholders. 
• At least 5 years of experience within the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement and/or other humanitarian organization(s). 
• Field experience in high-risk and/or fragile context(s). 
• Demonstrable experience in project/funding proposal preparation 

• Proven good judgment and ability to work with complete integrity and confidentiality, acting as a model of highest integrity in personal capacity and at team level 
• Professional credibility, strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, influencing skills, networking, and representation skills. 
• Ability to negotiate while maintaining effective working relations. 
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, and cross-functional environment 
• Ability to translate strategy into reality/practice. 
• Ability to work under pressure and in a demanding environment while keeping a consistent, courteous, and positive attitude towards others. 
• Developed soft skills such as adaptability, empathy, high-level of individual ethics 
• Ease with public speaking and engagement with external stakeholders 
• Ability to work in situations of uncertainty and rapid change 
• Proven skills to foster and identify need for confidentiality 
• Demonstrated internal and external accountability 
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Good command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish, or Arabic)
• Comprehensive understanding/knowledge of IFRC policies, procedures, and IFRC-wide approaches. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of major donor policies, and approaches 

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