Afghanistan: Health Care in Danger Delegate, Afghanistan

The purpose of the Health Care in Danger (HCiD) Delegate is to support the achievement of humanitarian objectives through coordinating the design and implementation of projects in line with technical standards and best practices

The HCiD Delegate assumes overall responsibility in Afghanistan of the HCiD file supporting the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) delegation as well as the Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS) in defining and implementing in a transversal and coherent manner their actions in this respect.

In coordination with the heads of the Communication, IHL, Health, Cooperation and Protection departments, s/he supports the ICRC Sub-Delegations, in the initiation, development and implementation of local and contextualized HCiD projects in the framework of the objectives and strategy set in the Delegation’s PFR and the HCiD Plan of Action. Likewise, s/he supports the ARCS’ plan of action on HCiD in cooperation with other Movement’s partners.

The HCiD Delegate reports hierarchically to the DHoD (programmes). He works in close collaboration with operational coordinators of the HCiD file holders (Communication, IHL, Protection, Health, and Cooperation). As the focal point for the HCiD file, s/he coordinates all HCiD initiatives, projects, reflections and plans of action, across field sites and across all departments in a transversal manner.

Strategic Responsibilities:

Transversal coordination of the HCiD objectives and activities in ICRC

The HCiD Delegate carries out his/her responsibilities in close collaboration with the Communication, Health, IHL, Protection, WatHab, and Cooperation coordinators. S/he works under the direct supervision of the DHoD (programmes) when it comes to setting operational and strategic orientations that underlie the development and implementation of local and contextualized projects, the overall inter-departmental coordination, and the mobilisation of other humanitarian actors and the humanitarian diplomacy aspect of the position.

S/he ensures close cooperation and coordination between the various ICRC programmes involved in HCiD activities (Communication, Cooperation, Health, Protection, IHL, FAS, WatHab) in the framework of achieving the HCiD objectives, thereby ensuring a multidisciplinary, transversal approach (convener role). Consequently, s/he leads the Delegation’s HCiD Steering Committee, made up of the coordinators concerned and the DHoD (programmes).

Defines, along with the other departments involved in the HCiD file, the strategy and a central plan of action. Supports Sub-Delegations to identify, assess and analyse the problems affecting the medical mission in Afghanistan, and to develop and implement appropriate response projects/activities.

Support the ARCS and the other Movement partners, together with the ICRC in defining the ARCS/ Movement HCID strategy and develop and implement response projects / activities.

When applicable and relevant, he/she supports the Delegation’s Management in complementing ICRC’s global efforts in mobilising and federating supranational stakeholders and states on the issue (humanitarian diplomacy).

Strengthening internal ICRC and ARCS capacities in achieving the HCiD objectives

Builds the internal capacity of the ICRC in Afghanistan in understanding HCiD objectives and implementing the plans of action. Coordinates with the ARCS HCiD focal point and supports him/her in defining and implementing HCiD activities.

Operational Responsibilities:

The HCiD Delegate helps to implement, review, elaborate and refine a national multidisciplinary plan of action on HCiD and to ensure and maintain transversal coordination and fluid communication within the delegation between the different departments and persons involved, in particular through regular ICRC HCiD Steering Committee and the ARCS HCiD/SAF steering committee meetings. S/he ensures good internal communication, keeping all those involved, including HoSDs, field delegates, and Movement Partners, updated on the Delegation’s and ARCS activities, and any other relevant information about the institutional HCiD project and related events.

Reporting, analysing, planning

S/he gathers and analyses relevant HCiD information from all sources available, including from the ARCS HCiD information collection system (e.g. security updates, field trip reports, media, etc.).

Regularly provides the Delegation / ARCS / Movement partners with a country-wide analysis of relevant HCiD issues.

Produces adapted delegation-wide and SD-specific plans of action, as needed, and is responsible for timely and concise internal reporting, all the while contributing to ICRC’s planning and monitoring tool (Planning for Results, PfR, Monitoring for Results, MfR, Monthly Operational Report, MOR, etc.)

Monitors HCiD data reported from a variety of sources (other organisations, media, etc.).

Works closely with the data administrator regarding the data entry of HCiD information in the Prot 6 database and proposes / develops additional tools for analysis of data.

Monitors and reports on achievements of objectives as per the PfR. Participates to the periodical evaluation of the needs and the results achieved in relation to HCiD objectives. Proposes adaptations and solutions as required to the HCiD Steering Committee.

Contributes to the definition of specific objectives in the field of HCiD, of priorities and strategies, and of the means required for their implementation.

Contributes to the delegation's reflection on a multidisciplinary strategy related HCiD.

Contributes to a regular exchange and dialogue with relevant international and national organizations (such as UNAMA, WHO, AIMA) to ensure humanitarian coordination and advocacy.

​ Coaching and Training

Briefs all relevant ICRC and ARCS staff on HCiD activities.

Provides technical advice and support on the implementation of HCiD activities to concerned ICRC and ARCS staff in the country, including in the Provinces (ICRC Sub-delegations and offices, ARCS offices).

Advises the ICRC Sub-delegations in the transversal inclusion of HCiD activities in their respective plans of action.

Representing the ICRC

Develops and maintains a network of relevant interlocutors in coordination with the department coordinators (civilian and military authorities, UNAMA, WHO, other UN Agencies, NGOs, etc.)

Represents the ICRC and/or accompanies coordinators (Protection, Communication, FAS, IHL, Health, Cooperation) and, when relevant, ARCS, in meetings with interlocutors relevant for HCiD activities.

Maintains contact with the ARSC in the field of HCiD (with the aim of coordination, training, sharing of guidelines, providing technical support, etc.).

Organises / participates in dissemination sessions, public awareness events, and workshops / round tables as per annual ICRC and ARCS plans of action.

Protection department – 35%

With the Deputy Protection Coordinator in charge of “Protection of Civilians” (PCP), gathers and analyses data on HCiD incidents to design an appropriate response.

Provides guidance on the kind of sources to be used and information / events to be collected as deem necessary for the understanding of trends and patterns on HCiD.

Upon request from the field, accompanying PTLs who carry out oral interventions and participating in field-organised workshops with external interlocutors.

Giving feedback on HCiD events documented and on the way of entering data into the Prot 6 database.

Health department – 30%

Ensures, in close cooperation with the Health Department, regular contacts and proper coordination with representatives of the relevant central authorities in particular the Ministry of Public Health to mobilize them.

Through bilateral meetings and round tables, progressively mobilizes humanitarian stakeholders, including WHO, as well as relevant national authorities, in particular the Ministries of Public Health, Defence, Interior, and National Security to promote the idea of establishing a platform for monitoring and data sharing of HCiD incidents, supporting the protection and security of medical missions, and promoting the respect of medical ethics.

Ensures understanding amongst Health Department staff (mobile and resident), knowledge and understanding of the HCiD file.

Ensures regular awareness building sessions within ICRC-supported health structures for health employees, including nursing and medical schools’ students (awareness on rights, obligations, reporting mechanisms and data confidentiality).

Communication department – 25%

Based on the experience and knowledge acquired by the ICRC and ARCS, through the implementation of the HCiD project, he/she mobilizes and coordinates with humanitarian actors on communication activities of joint interest.

Together with the Communication team, develops locally adapted production materials in support of HCiD plans and activities (e.g. pamphlets, flip charts, videos, radio spots, posters, flyers etc.)

Identifies and coordinates with the communication team opportunities to raise awareness on HCiD within the different relevant target audiences (e.g. health workers, general public, etc.) for the HCiD file.

Supports the delegation in harmonizing key messages on HCiD within the Movement.

Cooperation department – 10%

Supports the ARCS in the design, development and rolling out of HCiD activities agreed upon.

Supports the ARCS to integrate in a transversal manner HCiD in Health / FA , SAF and Communication

Ensures enhanced ARCS management support and cooperation for advocacy activities.

Facilitates the engagement and collaboration of the ARCS in the public health system to implement strategies in relation to the protection of the medical mission according to the particularities of each situation and adapting to the existing context.

Coordinates with relevant staff and volunteers from various branches in the design of communication strategies to disseminate HCiD messages (e.g. drama, art projects.)

Collaboration:

Field

Supports ICRC and ARCS efforts to meet their humanitarian objectives through the implementation of HCID strategy / projects.

The HCiD Delegate is expected to liaise with all ICRC counterpart /substructures to ensure a strategic alliance and synergies between NorCross and ICRC and Movement partners, by contributing with input as appropriate to strategic documents, plans and risk analysis.

Other units

Coordinates closely with the ICRC operational coordinators (Protection, Health, Communication, IHL, WatHab, FAS). Liaises with the HCiD Unit at ICRC’s headquarters in Geneva

Movement partners

Actively and regularly liaises with RCRC Movement components present in the country

Maintains close link with Norcross Asia team for HCiD related discussions.

External Partners

Regularly engages with the various stakeholder’s present in country related to HCiD

​ Decision Making Authority

Part of the ICRC HCiD Steering Committee.

Part of the ARCS HCiD/SAF Steering Committee.

Takes decisions linked to the day-to-day management of the HCiD file

Reporting

Produces and submits relevant reports to the ICRC HCiD Steering Committee.

Contributes to ICRC institutional reporting (PfR, MfR, MoR, etc.).

Shares information for quarterly and annual reports for NorCross HCiD indicators

​ Qualifications:

Higher education / relevant university master degree (the latter can be compensated by significant field based work experience).

5 years of experience in humanitarian or development sector including in highly insecure contexts.

Specialised level of knowledge of HCiD and desirable exposure to its application in a variety of contexts.

Desirable experience in working within the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in the areas of Protection, Health, Communication and Cooperation is a strong asset.

Desirable experience with awareness raising campaigns.

Skills and knowledge

Good knowledge of the HCiD project and / or related issues.

Confirmed experience in coordinating multidisciplinary projects and solid organizational skills.

Demonstrated skills in training and coaching, preferably in cross-cultural environments.

Leadership.

Strong communication and negotiation skills, strategic and creative thinking, analytical skills flexibility and an open, diplomatic, management style.

Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues and/or partners from varied cultures and professional background.

Solid knowledge on Movement mandates and roles, in particular of National Society structures, systems and procedures.

Advanced knowledge of humanitarian field work.

Advanced innovative thinking and analytical ability.

​ Competencies

Essential competencies:

Execution: Adheres to rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.

Steadiness: Creates a stable and re-assuring work atmosphere; supports and encourages teams in difficult times; is firm and reliable.

Networking: Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and uses it to achieve objectives.

Influence: Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and implements projects effectively.

Bottom-line focus: Focuses on bottom-line results, identifies potential risks and monitors the financial impact of activities.

Desirable competencies:

People management: Provides team with a clear sense of direction, inspires and coordinates others and keeps them focused on objectives.

Trend analyses: Capable of reading the context, analysing data and understanding trends.

​ Other skills:

Proficient in oral and written English. Dari or Pashtu are an asset

Reporting to:

ICRC - Deputy Head of Delegation, Afghanistan The contract will be with Norwegian Red Cross. Admin and HR follow up will be through NorCross Country Programme Manager, Afghanistan.

Position is based in: Duty station is Dushanbe, with very frequent travels to Kabul and other Sub delegations within Afghanistan.

Restricted nationalities: US American, Israeli, Afghan, Pakistani, and Indian.

Contract: 24 months contract with the Norwegian Red Cross, seconded to the ICRC, with possible extension

Contact person: NorCross Interim Country Programme Manager, Afghanistan: Avinash Sadashivaiah avinash@redcross.no

Why should you apply?

Meaningful: Youll be a part of the world's largest humanitarian organization, reaching the most vulnerable people in their local community.

Impact: You will help National Societies in the region to become strong, self-sustained and accountable humanitarian actors.

Career: You will be connected to an international organization with staff based all over the world

A great place to work: You will work in a multicultural environment with hard-working, dedicated and fun colleagues with a strong culture of collaboration, continual improvement, and celebration of wins.

Norwegian Red Cross strive to build a working culture based on respect, honesty and generosity. We do a thorough background check on relevant candidate. We follow the seven fundamental principles; Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary service, Unity and Universality

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