Overview
The Senior Consultant will provide strategic and operational support to the Standing Commission and contribute to the efficient management of its Secretariat and activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the efficient day-to-day management and coordination of the Secretariat.
- Plan, organize and support all meetings of the Standing Commission and its working groups.
- Prepare and manage the annual budget and accounts.
- Support the Chair and members in the planning, implementation and monitoring of the work plan.
- Contribute to the preparation, conduct and follow-up of statutory meetings.
- Support the Standing Commission's work on the review and development of Movement policies.
- Coordinate and support the review of the regulatory framework governing Movement awards.
- Coordinate the preparation and dissemination of the Standing Commission Bulletin and other communications products.
- Represent the Secretariat of the Standing Commission in meetings and forums.
Required Experience
- Minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience in the humanitarian and/or development sector, including experience within the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
- Demonstrated experience supporting governance bodies, senior leadership, boards, councils, committees, or statutory processes within an international organization.
- Proven experience in the preparation, coordination and follow-up of high-level meetings and governance processes involving multiple stakeholders.
- Experience managing complex projects and workstreams with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree (Master’s level or equivalent) in law, international relations, political science, public administration, humanitarian affairs, or another field relevant to the consultancy.
