Movement Cooperation Specialist – Qatar and UAE

About the role

The ICRC is looking for a Movement Cooperation Specialist for a local delegation contract based in Doha, covering 60% of the work in Qatar and 40% in the UAE. The specialist helps develop and implement the ICRC delegations' objectives for cooperation with the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, in line with ICRC Movement policies and in consultation with the Qatari Red Crescent Society (QRCS) and the Emirati Red Crescent Authority (ERCA). The aim is to build constructive relationships with the National Societies in both countries.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and lead a strategy for engagement and cooperation with the QRCS and ERCA, and work with their partners
• Contribute to the QRCS and ERCA's preparedness objectives and lead capacity-strengthening activities under the Movement Coordinator's guidance
• Act as advisor and facilitator to the QRCS and ERCA on cooperation and joint operations, in line with their financial policies
• Follow up on jointly funded or organised projects and ensure timely financial and operational reporting
• Contribute to annual planning, budget follow-up and partnership agreements with the National Societies
• Coordinate with Programmatic Coordinators and handle administrative duties for the Cooperation Department, including office records and correspondence
• Translate institutional correspondence, letters, reports and project proposals and maintain contact with delegates

Required profile

• University degree in international relations, development studies or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 6-9 years of experience in Movement Cooperation, with National Societies and/or the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
• Excellent spoken and written English and Arabic; knowledge of another ICRC working language is ideal

Required skills

• Negotiation, communication and analytical skills
• Computer proficiency
• Presentation skills and ability to run training sessions and give public speeches

Candidates apply by sending a letter of motivation and CV in English by 14 November 2026, stating "Movement Specialist, Qatar/UAE" in the subject line; only complete applications matching the profile will be considered.