Head of Antenna Bossaso
Pubblicato il 09-10-2026 - Shaqo.com in Bari
ICRC Bari, Puntland Post Date:
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Job Title: Head of Antenna Bossaso
What we do
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.
Purpose The Head of Antenna in Bossaso represents the ICRC delegation, facilitates and contributes to the identification of humanitarian needs and to the smooth implementation of activities within the area of responsibility. In addition, the job holder manages the
Office in Bossaso and its operations in accordance with the strategies, objectives and provides regular reporting for the region.
This is a national/resident position based in Bossaso, Somalia.
Accountabilities & functional responsibilities
Ensures the effective implementation of the delegation's operational strategy and objectives
Oversees and monitors operational activities in the AoR and identifies operational gaps, emerging humanitarian needs
Provides analysis of the security environment and related risks, and suggests measures and supervises their implementation
Ensures that security rules and procedures are adhered by all staff and visitors
Develops and maintains contacts with,
and represents the ICRC towards a range of interlocutors: regional government authorities, religious leaders, Civil Society Organizations and INGOs as per Somalia delegation networking priority and strategy
Supports the communication department's missions and initiatives (stake-holder mapping, audio-visual, beneficiaries' interviews)
Maintains constructive relations with the Somali Red Crescent Society (SRCS) Bossaso branch and sub-branches
Provides regular reporting on the security situation and in case of security incident or event likely to affect staff security
Produces written communication relevant for the AoR, including field trip reports, Minutes of Meetings, and specific analytical memos
Ensures the effective management of human, financial, logistical and material resources allocated to the office
Monitors the Performance Management & Development (PMD) activities for employees under supervision, ensures that job descriptions are up to date
Supports the employees under supervision in their personal development by coaching and advising them on the available internal and external training and development programmes
Ensures timely and accurate internal reporting
Skills and qualifications
Certifications / Education required
Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Political Science or equivalent qualification in a related field of study
Professional experience required
6 years' overall professional experience; experience working in the Humanitarian sector is a plus
Comprehensive knowledge of and exposure to a wide range of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related protection issues
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with the various stakeholders
Desired profile and skills
Excellent leadership and management skills
Excellent reporting, analytical, negotiation and presentation skills
Ability to make quick, sound decisions when faced with highly challenging and sensitive matters
Good understanding of ICRC operations and mandate is an asset
Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
High level of confidentiality
Excellent knowledge of political, economic, social and cultural environment of this region
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Somali
Computer proficiency especially in MS office suite
Flexibility and willingness to travel extensively in Somalia
Language
English
Somali
What we offer
Challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization
Training and Development opportunities
Competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework
Our values
At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. xysqume For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.
Additional information
This is a national/resident position based in Bossaso, Somalia
Closing date 15th October 2026
Location: Bari, Puntland
Experience: 6 - 7 Years
Job Type: Full-time
Category Management
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
ICRC
Industry: The ICRC helps those affected by armed conflict and promotes compliance with international humanitarian law